27 freelance senior quantity surveyor jobs found

PSR Solutions is working with a civil engineering contractor, to recruit a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor on a infrastructure package in Cambridge. This will be a site based role. My client is looking for a SQS with a minimum of 2 years Civils experience. Change Management experience is also desirable Pay rate 400- 450 a day The role will be Outside of IR35

PSR Solutions is working with a civil engineering contractor, to recruit a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor on a Highways project in Coventry. This will be a site based role 5 days a week. My client is looking for a SQS with Earthworks and Drainage Experience Pay rate 400- 450 a day The role will be Outside of IR35

Build Space is currently on the hunt for two Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyors for one of our top clients a highly regarded, delivery-focused Main Contractor with a strong track record across Industrial & Logistics, Sports & Leisure, Commercial, Student Accommodation and Mixed Use construction. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a business that genuinely takes pride in how it delivers - th click apply for full job details

We are currently working with an established main contractor who have just been appointed on a 40 storey residential new build project in London and are looking for a Senior QS to lead the project with a team beneath team. The project is running for the next 3 years so you are joining the scheme from the early stages and will see it through to final accounts. Duties will include: Lead the commercial management the new-build project Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reporting Procure and commercially manage subcontractor package Prepare valuations, variations, applications for payment, and final account Monitor project costs, risks, and opportunities to maximise profitability Produce monthly CVRs and commercial reports Manage contractual matters and maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships Support the project team in delivering programme, cost, and quality objectives Mentor junior commercial team members and provide...

We are looking for an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure works at RAF Brize Norton for one of our top clients! The role will involve commercial management of a variety of projects across the airbase, including runway lighting installations, airfield infrastructure improvements, building refurbishments, utility works, and associated civil engineering packages. Duties to include managing Sub Contractor Accounts, Issuing Payments, CVRs, Variations and attending regular Commercial Meetings. To be considered you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and will have solid all round Civil Engineering experience and NEC experience. This is an immediate need and is long term work which will go into 2027! If you or someone you know is looking, get in touch!

With over 30 years heavy civil engineering, earthworks and groundworks experience, our client offers an integrated project delivery solution for their clients within the construction and infrastructure sectors. Due to the new project win, out client requires a site based freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor from a subcontractor self-delivery background, with earthworks and drainage experience. This would be a long-term Outside ir35 contract. Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Reporting to the Project Manager onsite, you will be responsible for commercial administration of self-delivery earthworks and drainage packages, under an NEC Option B contract, with a circa 11m value. You will be responsible for: Day to day commercial administration of earthworks and drainage 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....

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor - Offshore Wind Location: Hull or Hartlepool (Hybrid Site-Based) Contract: Long-Term Freelance Assignment Sector: Offshore Wind / Renewables We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a major offshore wind project, focusing on the Wind Turbine Package. This is a long-term contract opportunity for a commercially driven professional with strong claims, quantum, and cost management expertise. Key Responsibilities: Manage and support upstream and downstream claims. Develop and substantiate Extension of Time (EOT) and compensation event submissions. Prepare detailed quantum assessments and cost analysis. Track project events, commercial risks, and associated cost impacts. Maintain accurate cost records, forecasts, and commercial reporting. Work closely with project, construction, and commercial teams to support contractual and commercial objectives. Ensure robust project records are maintained to support...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor / Variations Specialist Location: Central London Duration: 6 months minimum (strong likelihood of extension) Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Inside IR35) The Client & Project We are partnering with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor to source an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor for a flagship 90m mixed-use development in Central London. This high-profile scheme seamlessly integrates state-of-the-art healthcare facilities, vibrant commercial spaces, and premium residential units. The project is being delivered under a traditional JCT Standard Building Contract . The Role We need a commercially sharp, heavy-hitting Freelance QS to step into the eye of the storm. You will be partnering directly with the Lead Commercial Manager to tackle the backlog, quantify the changes, and commercially protect the project. If you love diving into the data, unpicking complex variations, and establishing clear entitlement under JCT rules,...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Swindon Location: Swindon Contract Duration: 6 12 Months (Potential Extension Beyond Initial Term) Project Value: £40m Industrial Development Rate: Flexible / Negotiable Depending on Experience Start Date: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major industrial construction project based in Swindon. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a significant £40m scheme with a well-established project team, offering a long-term freelance assignment with the potential to extend beyond the initial contract period. Key Responsibilities: Commercial management of a £40m industrial project. Procurement and management of subcontract packages. Cost reporting, forecasting, and budget management. Valuations, variations, and change control. Contract administration and risk management. Preparation and agreement of final accounts. Supporting the...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Wolverhampton Location: Wolverhampton Contract Duration: 6 12 Months (Potential Extension Beyond Initial Term) Project Value: £25m Industrial Development Rate: Flexible / Negotiable Depending on Experience Start Date: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major industrial construction project based in Wolverhampton. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a significant £25m scheme with a well-established project team, offering a long-term freelance assignment with the potential to extend beyond the initial contract period. Key Responsibilities: Commercial management of a £25m industrial project. Procurement and management of subcontract packages. Cost reporting, forecasting, and budget management. Valuations, variations, and change control. Contract administration and risk management. Preparation and agreement of final...

OUTSIDE OF IR35 The company One of the UK's best and busiest Main Contractors with a group turnover of over 1bn. They have developed an impressive number of blue-chip clients across the UK and on top of that have gained a sterling reputation as a contractor. This reputation has excelled the company into numerous markets including the: Commercial, Industrial and Residential sectors where they have constructed projects valuing from 10m - 100m+. They are currently in an excellent position with an order book topping 1bn for this year. The company prides themselves in creating and maintaining valuable relationships with both clients and sub-contractors. This is evident as the company carries out a tremendous amount of repeat business and use many of the same sub-contractors they have since their early days of trading. The role Issuing sub-contract tender packages. Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors. Attending post tender and pre-contract meetings....

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Selby, North Yorkshire Contract Type: Freelance (Inside IR35) Day Rate: £500.00 - 600.00 per day Company Overview Ganymede Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 Civil Engineering Contractor seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a major infrastructure programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a long-term project that will play an important role in strengthening the UK's critical infrastructure. You'll be joining an established commercial team on a complex civil engineering scheme, offering genuine long-term security and the opportunity to work on one of the country's largest infrastructure investments. The Role Reporting into the Commercial Manager, you'll be responsible for the commercial management of a portfolio of works from procurement through to final account. Working closely with operational teams, clients and the supply chain,...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Repair & Maintenance Freelance - 400- 500 per shift Cardiff / Hybrid Working (1-3 days from home) Minimum 5-Year Framework Summary We're looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of a long-term Repair & Maintenance framework across Wales. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy commercial team delivering essential maintenance and reactive works across a major water infrastructure network. Responsibilities Commercial management of Repair & Maintenance contracts. Cost reporting, forecasting and financial control. Managing subcontractor procurement, payments and variations. NEC contract administration and change management. Agreement of final accounts and commercial reporting. Supporting operational teams to maximise project performance. Requirements Quantity Surveying experience within utilities, infrastructure or civil engineering. Previous experience...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Bristol Mains Renewals Freelance - 400- 500 per shift Bristol / Hybrid Working (1-3 days from home) Minimum 5-Year Framework Summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major utilities contractor delivering a long-term mains renewals programme across Bristol. This role offers the chance to work on an established framework with excellent longevity, commercial responsibility and flexible hybrid working. Responsibilities Commercial management of mains renewal projects. Cost reporting, forecasting and budget control. Management of subcontractor procurement, payments and variations. Administration of NEC contracts and compensation events. Final accounts and client liaison. Supporting operational teams to maximise commercial performance. Requirements Quantity Surveying experience within utilities and/or civil engineering. Strong NEC contract knowledge. Experience on...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water & Energy Capital Projects Freelance 400- 500 per shift South West / Hybrid Working (1-3 days from home) Minimum 5-Year Framework Summary We're seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of major water and energy infrastructure projects across long-term capital investment frameworks. You'll work across a varied portfolio of civil engineering projects, partnering with experienced operational teams to deliver commercially successful outcomes. Responsibilities Commercial management of civil engineering and utilities projects. Cost reporting, forecasting and financial control. Subcontract procurement and account management. NEC contract administration and change management. Final accounts and commercial reporting. Supporting project teams throughout project delivery. Requirements Proven Quantity Surveying experience within civil engineering or utilities. Strong NEC...

With over 30 years civil engineering, earthworks and groundworks experience, our client offers an integrated project delivery solution for their clients within the construction and infrastructure sectors. Our client has an immediate need for a site based Senior Quantity Surveyor with highways, drainage and earthworks experience, on a long-term Outside ir35 contract basis. Freelance Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Reporting to the Project Manager onsite, you will be responsible for commercial administration of self-delivery earthworks packages, under an NEC contract. You will be responsible for: Day to day commercial administration of earthworks and drainage 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, change and processing...

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Cambridgeshire Rate: £(Apply online only)/Day- Outside IR35- Ltd company is an option Duration: 6 months rolling contract Have you built your career managing commercial performance on major highways projects and want the flexibility of a freelance role with a nationally recognised contractor delivering critical infrastructure across the UK? Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of highways schemes across the National Highways network. This freelance opportunity offers the chance to work on complex infrastructure projects within a collaborative and forward-thinking commercial team. Job Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll support the commercial management of highways projects from pre-contract through to final account, including tender support, subcontract administration, valuations, change management, cost reporting and financial...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Leicestershire Rate: £(Apply online only)/Day- Outside IR35- Ltd company is an option Duration: 6 months rolling contract Have you built your career managing commercial performance on major highways projects and want the flexibility of a freelance role with a nationally recognised contractor delivering critical infrastructure across the UK? Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of highways schemes across the National Highways network. This freelance opportunity offers the chance to work on complex infrastructure projects within a collaborative and forward-thinking commercial team. Job Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll support the commercial management of highways projects from pre-contract through to final account, including tender support, subcontract administration, valuations, change management, cost reporting and financial forecasting. You'll manage...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Chorley or Crewe (hybrid with site/client offices) Contract: Freelance (Outside IR35) Project: Major station upgrade project (circa £40m) Company Overview We are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK infrastructure and construction contractor with a strong presence across rail, highways, water, and civil engineering sectors. The business operates across multiple divisions and has a well-established reputation as a Tier 1 contractor within the rail sector, delivering major infrastructure projects through long-term frameworks and joint ventures. With continued growth and diversification into new sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong pipeline of secured work. The North West division is a key region within the business, delivering projects across frameworks with major clients and expanding into new infrastructure sectors. The commercial team...

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) Location: Taunton, Somerset (multiple sites) Contract Type: Freelance Contract Rate: Up to £550 per day (INSIDE IR35) Working Pattern: Hybrid 2 3 days per week on site/in the office Contract Duration: Initial 6-month contract Company Overview We are recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of reservoir upgrade projects across Somerset. This opportunity sits with a well-established contractor operating on the South West Environment Agency Framework, delivering a portfolio of reservoir improvement and upgrade schemes in and around the Taunton area. Operating as a managing contractor, the business works closely with its supply chain to deliver complex infrastructure projects safely and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative commercial team on a contract basis, supporting the successful delivery of key...