98 commercial quantity surveyor jobs found

Bristol City Centre 50M+ Refurbishment & Retrofit Scheme Permanent or Fixed-Term Contract We are working with a leading commercial fit out contractor delivering a major 50M+ refurbishment and retrofit project in Bristol City Centre, transforming a large-scale development into a high-quality modern workspace. Due to continued project progression, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team. This opportunity would suit a commercially driven individual with experience delivering Cat A or Cat B commercial fit out, refurbishment or retrofit projects. The client is open to considering candidates seeking either a permanent position or a fixed-term contract, depending on experience and availability. The Role Managing the commercial aspects of the project from procurement through to final account Managing subcontractor procurement, tendering and package awards Preparing and managing...

What we need: Carrington West are pleased to be working with our client for a Quantity Surveyor, required for long term works in the Highways sector for an established yet growing company based in North-East Somerset. As the successful Quantity Surveyor, you will support the Lead QS, monitoring all cost and maximising value across all projects. Upon joining our clients Somerset based team you can expect a high degree of autonomy and exceptional standards of professionalism and customer service. Our clients can offer a challenging and rewarding role to someone who can demonstrate: - A recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying or related subject. - Good experience and detailed knowledge of working with the NEC suite of contracts. - Strong communication skills and a willingness to go above and beyond client expectations. - The ability to work on one's own initiative whilst understanding the need to stay within the existing commercial procedures. - A high level of...

Lower Thames Crossing 550/day Umbrella Initial 3-month contract - long-term extension likely Hybrid 3 days in office, 2 from home Grays, Essex Our client, a leading Tier 1 contractor, is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of a major package on the Lower Thames Crossing. The role Manage commercial delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure work packages. Prepare CVRs, forecasts, cost reports, applications for payment and cash flow. Administer NEC contracts, including early warnings, compensation events, notices and change control. Manage subcontract procurement, valuations, variations, payments and final accounts. Provide commercial support to operational and project-delivery teams. Identify commercial risk, opportunity and cost-recovery actions. Requirements Senior QS experience on major highways, civil engineering or infrastructure projects. Strong NEC3/NEC4 and subcontract-management...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor Bristol Location: Bristol Duration: Until at least the end of 2026 Rate: Negotiable Contract: Freelance My client is looking for an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to join their team on an ongoing basis, with the initial contract running through to at least the end of the year. The company specialises in new build, external works, cladding and facades, and is looking for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor who can provide support across their projects. The Role As a Freelance Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial management of projects, working closely with the wider project and commercial teams to ensure costs, contracts and financial performance are effectively managed. About You Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within new build, cladding, facades or external works (not essential) Strong commercial and contractual awareness Experience working...

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Managing Quantity Surveyor - Freelance Newport Site Visits - Gloucester 6-Month Contract Highways & Bridge Packages NEC3 / NEC4 - Options A & B I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor / Managing Quantity Surveyor for a 6-month freelance contract, supporting the delivery of major highways and bridge packages. The role will be based in Newport, with regular site visits required in Gloucester. The Role Commercial management of highways and bridge packages Cost control, forecasting and reporting Subcontract management and procurement Valuations, payments, variations and change management Supporting commercial strategy and contractual compliance Working closely with project and delivery teams Managing NEC contractual processes Experience Required Previous experience as an SQS / MQS / Senior Commercial Manager Strong highways, structures, bridges or heavy civils background Good working knowledge of...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Freelance I'm currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major infrastructure project on a freelance basis . Location: Bristol Contract: Freelance The role will cover: Full commercial management of a project / section of works Subcontract procurement and administration Valuations, applications for payment & final accounts Cost control, CVRs and forecasting Change control, variations, claims & disputes Risk & opportunity management Commercial reporting and project controls Supporting and developing other commercial team members Looking for: Strong Senior QS / commercial experience Major infrastructure or construction background Strong subcontract and main contract experience Excellent understanding of commercial and contractual processes Experience with NEC / major contract environments If you're available for a new freelance opportunity, or know someone who could be a good fit, drop me a...

With over 30 years heavy civil engineering and infrastructure experience, our client offers an integrated project delivery solution for their clients within the construction and infrastructure sectors. Due to the new project wins, our client requires a Senior Quantity Surveyor / experienced Quantity Surveyo from a self-delivery background, on a long-term contract basis. Freelance Senior / Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for commercial administration of self-delivery of either a large stand alone project or portfolio of smaller civil engineering projects. You will be responsible for: Day to day commercial administration of civils packages. Reviewing progress on site in line with commercials and programme. Monitoring, forecasting and reporting on budgets and costs against programme and producing CVR's. Reviewing payment applications and agreeing monthly payment valuations. Agreeing instructions,...

Manage costs, contracts, CVRs, variations and final accounts. Excellent benefits, career progression, professional development and long-term opportunities available. Quantity Surveyor Salary: 60K - 75K DOE Location: Maidstone About the Client Our client is a respected multi-disciplinary contractor delivering property, construction and facilities management services across the UK. Known for quality, innovation and strong client relationships, they are continuing to grow and invest in their people. The Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join a busy commercial team. You will take ownership of the post-contract commercial management of mechanical and electrical packages across a varied project portfolio, ensuring commercial success and contractual compliance. Working closely with project teams, engineers, subcontractors and stakeholders, you will provide commercial expertise from...

Job Title: Senior / Quantity Surveyor (2 Vacancies) Location: Moorgate, London (1 role will shortly transition to lead a project in Bishop's Stortford) Contract Type: Freelance / Outside IR35 (Long term) Day Rate: 350 - 400 per day (Depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate start ideally About the Company: We are working with an established, financially resilient main contractor with an annual turnover approaching 30m and a proven, cash-positive track record spanning 30 years. Led by a senior management team with extensive Tier 1 backgrounds, they bring the knowledge, rigour, and standards of a major contractor to every deliverable. Specialising in main contracting, fit-out, and refurbishment, they pride themselves on quality, collaboration, and commercial transparency. Due to continued growth and an expanding pipeline, they are looking for two experienced Quantity Surveyors to join their commercial team. The Roles: There are two immediate openings based...

THE CLIENT: Our client is an established building services specialist delivering a range of mechanical, electrical and HVAC projects. With a strong focus on quality, collaboration and successful project delivery, they are looking to appoint a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor to support their growing portfolio of projects. THE ROLE: You will take commercial responsibility for a portfolio of M&E and HVAC projects, managing costs, budgets and forecasts throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities include preparing valuations and final accounts, negotiating variations and claims, managing subcontractor accounts, supporting procurement and administering JCT and NEC contracts. You will also monitor commercial risks and opportunities, produce cost reports and work closely with operational teams, clients and supply chain partners to ensure successful project delivery. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: You will have experience as a Quantity Surveyor within mechanical,...

Freelance Intermediate Quantity Surveyor - Highways & Civils Location: Flexible, with hybrid working Contract: Freelance, 6 month initial contract Rate: £400/day DOE (Outside IR35 available) The opportunity Carrington West is recruiting a freelance Intermediate Quantity Surveyor for an established infrastructure contractor. You'll support a couple of live highways and civils schemes and manage the commercial side of each from start to finish. This is a good role for a QS who wants variety, autonomy and a flexible working pattern, with Outside IR35 available. Key responsibilities Manage the commercial side of highways and civils schemes, including cost control, forecasting and reporting Prepare and agree monthly valuations, applications for payment and final accounts Administer NEC3/NEC4 contracts, including early warnings, compensation events and change control Procure and manage subcontractors, covering tender packages, orders, payments and final accounts...

Managing Quantity Surveyor Net Zero Teesside Project Teesside / Newcastle / Leeds 579 per day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) Long-Term Contract 37.5 Hours per Week The Opportunity An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join the Net Zero Teesside project, one of the UK's most significant low-carbon energy developments. This is a senior commercial leadership position where you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of a major infrastructure project. The project is based in Teesside , with the flexibility to work from the client's Newcastle or Leeds offices when not required on site. The Role You will be responsible for leading the commercial function on the project, ensuring effective contract management, cost control, risk management, and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Administration and management of NEC contracts Measurement, valuation, and assessment of...

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Contract / Freelance) Location: Catterick Working Pattern: Full-time (5 days per week, minimum 4 days on-site) Duration: 6 months minimum (potential for extension) Rate: 500 per day (Inside IR35) About the Role We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team on-site at Marne Barracks, Catterick. Working as part of a wider commercial team under Lead QS Gareth Williams, your primary focus will be upstream contract administration with the Client team. The project operates under an NEC Option C (Open Book / Cost Reimbursable) contract, requiring a strong commercial professional who is confident in compiling, reviewing, and agreeing cost and Compensation Event (CE) records directly with the Client's QS team. Key Responsibilities Cost Record Management: Accurately compile and present detailed open-book cost records upline to the Client team. Compensation Events (CEs): Proactively manage CEs both...

Are you interested in working for one of London's most renowned Specialist engineering contractor ? If so then this is the perfect opportunity or you. My client delivers major demolition, piling, civil engineering and bespoke reinforced concrete sub and superstructure solutions & they're looking for Project/Senior Quantity Surveyor with Self delivery experience in a similar environment. Main Focus of the Role Project based, working in partnership with the Operational Leadership team, the role provides the full commercial and contract administration authority for either a single major or more complex project, or multiple projects running concurrently. We act as principal contractor for the majority of our projects and all of our activities are integrated under one profit centre and one project team. So you would have exposure to our full breadth of activities throughout a single project lifecycle You will be responsible for: Maximising profit through managing and...

Rate: £650 per day (Umbrella - Inside IR35) Location: Teesside (NZT project) Working Pattern: Site / Office based - 37.5 hours per week Contract: 12 months Are you an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor with a background in infrastructure or civil engineering projects? We are looking for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of Net Zero Teesside, one of the UK's flagship low-carbon energy projects, on behalf of a leading Tier 1 contractor. You will take responsibility for managing contracts and costs on the project, working to minimise costs and enhance value for money while delivering the required standards and quality for the client. Working closely with the wider project team, you will manage NEC contract administration, cost reporting, procurement and commercial risk. You will also lead and develop junior members of the commercial team, so excellent communication skills and proven experience managing junior team members are essential for this...

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Interim) 6-Month Contract Immediate Start 600 per day Inside / Outside IR35 Rates Available West Midlands Hybrid Working (3 Days On-Site) CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will take place ASAP. Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who thrives in challenging project environments and can confidently protect client interests on complex residential schemes? This is an opportunity to join a busy team reporting directly into the Strategic Lead, taking ownership of a high-profile remediation project requiring immediate commercial expertise. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor , you will play a critical role in driving commercial outcomes on a complex residential development involving remediation, cladding, and high-rise works. You'll be brought in to tackle a backlog of variations and RFIs, challenge contractors robustly, and ensure value for money is achieved throughout the project lifecycle. This is an ideal opportunity...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Role Purpose Senior Quantity Surveyor (will lead the commercial management of design-related change across major Heathrow airport programmes. Working within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment, the role is responsible for identifying, assessing, pricing, negotiating, and securing agreement of changes arising from design development, scope evolution, client instructions, technical assurance requirements, and programme impacts. The successful candidate will possess strong commercial, contractual, and technical understanding of infrastructure design and delivery, enabling them to work effectively with engineering, planning, project controls, and client teams throughout the project lifecycle. A key aspect of the role is the ability to challenge and support design teams, ensuring that changes are robustly substantiated, commercially recoverable, and aligned with contractual entitlements. Key Responsibilities Design Change Management Lead...

First Task Professional are working with an established contractor delivering major power infrastructure works in the Highlands and are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor for a substation project near Beauly. Please note this contract is inside IR35 only. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused Senior QS to join a project within Scotland's expanding electricity transmission network. Key Responsibilities: Taking responsibility for the commercial management of substation construction works. Managing subcontractor packages from procurement through to final account. Preparation of monthly valuations, cost reports and forecasts. Managing variations, compensation events and contractual correspondence. Monitoring project expenditure and identifying commercial risks. Liaising with site management, engineering teams and project stakeholders. Requirements: Demonstrable experience in a Senior...

First Task Professional are currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major power infrastructure project in Turriff, Aberdeenshire. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the commercial aspects of a substation construction project, working closely with the project delivery team to ensure effective cost management, contractual compliance and commercial performance. Please note this role is inside IR35 only Key Responsibilities: Managing the commercial delivery of a power substation project Subcontractor procurement, management and payment applications. Preparation and management of valuations, variations and final accounts. Cost forecasting, reporting and budget management. Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities. Working closely with Project Managers and site teams to ensure commercial targets are achieved. Requirements: Proven experience as a...

Job Title: Project Surveyor and Senior Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) Base Location: Surrey (Regional Office & Active Developments) Contract Length: 12 Months (Strong likelihood of extension) IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Day Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Negotiable based on experience) Role Overview A major FTSE-listed national housebuilder is seeking an experienced Project Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor for a long-term freelance assignment based out of their Surrey regional office. In this role, you will take full commercial ownership of an active traditional housing development while concurrently front-ending the tendering and commercial setup for one to two upcoming schemes. You will also be supported by-and responsible for mentoring-a dedicated Apprentice Quantity Surveyor. Key Responsibilities Commercial Leadership: Take commercial lead on an active traditional build residential development, driving cost management, cash flow, and overall...