19 lead senior quantity surveyor jobs found

The Role We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of major construction and infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to final account. This role will play a key part in ensuring robust commercial governance, managing project costs, mitigating risk, and maximising profitability while supporting successful project delivery. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in pre-construction, cost planning, procurement, subcontract management, and contract administration, with a strong understanding of NEC contracts within civil engineering, infrastructure, or major construction projects. Key Responsibilities Pre-Construction & Commercial Management Lead commercial input during pre-construction, tender and bid stages. Prepare detailed cost plans, estimates, budgets and commercial appraisals. Review tender documentation, specifications and contract requirements. Identify commercial risks and...

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) - Energy / Overhead Lines (OHL) Location: Bristol/Taunton Rate: 550 per day Duration: 6-month contract Type: Freelance/Contract TRIbuild Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a leading energy infrastructure client for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a commercial team supporting overhead line (OHL) energy projects across the Bristol/Taunton region. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior QS with strong energy or utilities sector experience to take a lead commercial role across a live project portfolio. The Role Lead the preparation of reports, claims, and commercial documentation within agreed timescales Build and maintain strong working relationships with Business Unit and Project Managers Monitor project risks, maintain risk registers, and oversee subcontractor/supplier management including quotations, valuations, variations, claims, and final accounts Manage compensation events, contract costs, and...

We're looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading infrastructure business delivering complex engineering projects across the Taunton and Bristol region. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to take ownership of high-value contracts, lead commercial activities throughout the project lifecycle and help drive project profitability within a successful and collaborative commercial team. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll be responsible for: Leading commercial reporting, claims and contractual documentation. Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations, compensation events, claims and final accounts. Monitoring commercial risks and implementing mitigation strategies. Driving cost control and maximising project profitability. Producing commercial forecasts, financial reports and cost value reconciliations. Providing commercial support and advice to Project Managers and...

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead - Retail CAT A Fit-Out Location: London Contract Type: Freelance / Contract IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Rate: £400-£475 (DOE) About the Role We are seeking a heavyweight Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead to take financial control of a high-profile Retail CAT A Fit-Out project in Central London. Operating on a Design & Build (D&B) framework, this role requires a sharp commercial mind capable of leading the project from inception through to final accounts, ensuring maximum profitability while maintaining exceptional client relationships. As the Commercial Lead, you will have full autonomy over the project's commercial delivery, managing sub-contractor procurement, variations, and final account negotiations. Key Responsibilities Commercial Leadership: Act as the primary commercial point of contact, leading all financial aspects of the Design & Build retail project. Financial Control: Manage...

Senior Quantity Surveyor (18-Month FTC) Leeds £70,000-£80,000 + Package We're supporting a growing contractor and housebuilder with an established development arm, delivering high-quality residential and mixed-tenure schemes across the region. Under new ownership and guided by an experienced senior leadership team, the business is entering a new phase of growth with a strong pipeline of housing and future medium- to large-scale developments. To support a major live scheme in Leeds, we're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor who can take full commercial ownership, bring structure, and provide confident leadership across cost, contracts and subcontract management. This is an 18-month fixed-term contract with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent, offering the chance to step into a pivotal role on a high-profile project and make a meaningful impact from day one. You'll operate as the senior commercial lead on the project - managing budgets, valuations, variations,...

Quantity Surveyor (18-Month FTC) Leeds £50,000-£65,000 + Package We're supporting a growing contractor and housebuilder with an established development arm, delivering high-quality residential and mixed-tenure schemes across the region. Under new ownership and guided by an experienced senior leadership team, the business is entering a new phase of growth with a strong pipeline of housing and future medium- to large-scale developments. To support a major live scheme in Leeds, we're looking for a Quantity Surveyor who can take clear commercial ownership, bring structure, and support confident decision-making across cost, contracts and subcontract management. This is an 18-month fixed-term contract with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent, offering the chance to step into a key role on a high-profile project and make a meaningful impact from day one. You'll operate as a core commercial lead on the project - managing budgets, valuations, variations, procurement and...

Lead Quantity Surveyor Contract Length: Initial 6 months (possible extension) Location : UK Wide / Hybrid Working - projects in St Fergus - willingness to travel Pay Rate: 500 per day via Umbrella Inside IR35 We're supporting a leading organisation within the UK energy and infrastructure sector in the search for an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile portfolio of capital projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior commercial professional who thrives in a strategic, advisory role. Rather than being tied to a single project, you'll provide commercial leadership and support across multiple live projects, acting as the go-to escalation point for Quantity Surveyors and project teams. With projects spanning various stages of development, from FEED and design through to construction delivery, you'll have the opportunity to influence major investment programmes and play a key role in commercial decision-making. Key...

Lead Quantity Surveyor Contract Length: Initial 6 months (possible extension) Location : UK Wide / Hybrid Working - projects in St Fergus - willingness to travel Pay Rate: 500 per day via Umbrella Inside IR35 We're supporting a leading organisation within the UK energy and infrastructure sector in the search for an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile portfolio of capital projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior commercial professional who thrives in a strategic, advisory role. Rather than being tied to a single project, you'll provide commercial leadership and support across multiple live projects, acting as the go-to escalation point for Quantity Surveyors and project teams. With projects spanning various stages of development, from FEED and design through to construction delivery, you'll have the opportunity to influence major investment programmes and play a key role in commercial decision-making. Key...

Lead Quantity Surveyor Contract Length: Initial 6 months (possible extension) Location : UK Wide / Hybrid Working - projects in St Fergus - willingness to travel Pay Rate: 500 per day via Umbrella Inside IR35 We're supporting a leading organisation within the UK energy and infrastructure sector in the search for an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile portfolio of capital projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior commercial professional who thrives in a strategic, advisory role. Rather than being tied to a single project, you'll provide commercial leadership and support across multiple live projects, acting as the go-to escalation point for Quantity Surveyors and project teams. With projects spanning various stages of development, from FEED and design through to construction delivery, you'll have the opportunity to influence major investment programmes and play a key role in commercial decision-making. Key...

Managing Quantity Surveyor- Major Highways Location: Fully Site Based, Lincoln Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract - Likely to Extend Rate: 630 per day Umbrella Hours: 45 hours per week - Monday to Friday About the Role We are recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 highways contractor seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to support a major highways and structures package. The immediate focus will be assessing design-led price changes, managing a significant compensation event and leading commercial engagement with National Highways. You will also manage the existing commercial team and support the project through the target price process. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management of a major highways and structures package. Assess the impact of design changes and complete a detailed price refresh. Manage a significant compensation event under NEC Option C. Lead commercial engagement and negotiations with National Highways....

Managing Quantity Surveyor North Hykeham, Lincoln Site-Based Up to 630 per day (Inside IR35) 6-Month Contract (Potential to Extend/Permanent) We're looking for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team, supporting the Structural team on one of Lincolnshire's largest highways infrastructure projects. This is your opportunity to take ownership of the commercial delivery of a 5m roundabout package , forming part of an 8km bypass that will complete the Lincoln ring road. The Opportunity You'll play a key role in the commercial success of a major highways scheme, leading on a critical work package while providing support and guidance across the wider structures team. The project is entering a crucial phase, with pricing being refreshed following design developments, so we're looking for someone with strong NEC expertise who can confidently manage change and deliver commercial value. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial delivery of the...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location : Aberdeen Contract Length : 5 months (Dec 2026) Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services, is currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor. This role is essential for managing all costs and income within their area of responsibility, seeking to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality. Job Purpose Experienced QS who has a track record in managing all costs and income within their area of responsibility. They seek to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality. Typically, they will be a Chartered Member of the RICS, ICES or CIOB. They will have experience of managing a small team of less experienced commercial staff as well as mentoring others on their journey to becoming professionally qualified. They will maintain their...

Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Rochester Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Start Date: ASAP About the Role We're looking for a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a growing commercial team delivering utility infrastructure projects across the water sector. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established specialist contractor where you'll be given the autonomy to manage your own workload while working on long-term framework projects. Whether you're an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step or an experienced Quantity Surveyor seeking a new challenge, we'd like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Preparing and submitting monthly applications for payment Drafting and issuing Early Warning Notices Pricing, submitting and negotiating Compensation Events Assisting with tender submissions, including take-offs, pricing, risk registers and clarifications Valuing subcontractor accounts...

Quantity Surveyor (6-Month FTC) Roofing & Cladding Systems Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Roofing & Cladding Systems Job reference Number: (phone number removed) Industry Sector: Quantity Surveyor, QS, Quantity Surveying, Roofing, Cladding, Metal Cladding, Metal Roofing, SFS, Facades, Cladding, Rainwater Systems, Rainscreen, Building Envelope, Building Products, Main Contractors, Refurbishment, Maintenance, Developers, House Builders Site Based: Bridgwater (Monday-Friday) Remuneration: Up-to £300 per/day Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package The role of the Quantity Surveyor Roofing & Cladding Systems will involve: 6-month fixed term contract Quantity Surveyor position managing the Bridgewater projects dealing with a range of industrial roofing and cladding solutions Keeping up to date with site progress, recording progress made, and transferring information onto monthly payment applications Updating any changes to the agreed contract scope...

Quantity Surveyor - Limited Company payment! What we need: Carrington West is 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 on a project near Weston-Super-Mare. As the successful Quantity Surveyor, you will support the Lead QS, monitoring all cost and maximising value across all projects. Upon joining our clients Weston-Super-Mare 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...

Building Surveyor / Building Engineer (Design Manager) Location: Blackfriars, London Rate: Up to 599.95 per day (Umbrella) Contract: Long-Term Contract Working Pattern: Hybrid (50% Office / 50% Home Working) Shape the Future of London's Built Environment CETO Talent is recruiting on behalf of a leading infrastructure organisation for experienced Building Surveyors, Building Engineers and Design Managers to support the delivery of major built environment renewal and infrastructure programmes across London. We're looking to speak with professionals who can combine strong technical expertise with Design Management and Project Engineering experience, coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams and ensuring complex projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with robust engineering assurance processes. This is an excellent opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure assets within a collaborative engineering environment....

QS Outside IR35 This role provides an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible impact on the UK's infrastructure network while engaging in flexible hybrid working. With a focus on delivering high-quality commercial management, you will work on a prominent project offered on an Outside IR35 basis, receiving a competitive day rate. If you are a forward thinking, detail oriented Quantity Surveyor eager to contribute to major civil engineering works, thrive in a dynamic environment, and enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders within the construction sector, this long-term opportunity is a perfect fit. Responsibilities As part of the commercial team, the Quantity Surveyor will: Administer NEC3 contracts, ensuring full compliance throughout the project lifecycle. Manage commercial activities from project commencement through to final account. Lead and oversee the Compensation Event process, including timely submission, assessment, negotiation, and...

What we need: Carrington West is 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 Luton. As the successful Quantity Surveyor, you will support the Lead QS, monitoring all cost and maximising value across all projects. Upon joining our clients Luton based team you can expect a high degree of autonomy and exceptional standards of professionalism and customer service. The position requires the successful candidate to be on site 5 days per week with experience of highways term maintenance. 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...

Job Title: Associate Quantity Surveyor Location: Birmingham (Onsite 1-2 Days per Week) Contract: 6 Months Rate: 200- 275 per Day or annual salary of 42,781- 44,755 Are you ready to make a significant impact in the green energy sector? Join our client, a leader in the electricity transmission network across Wales and England, as they embark on a monumental 29 billion investment into decarbonisation by 2026! We're searching for an enthusiastic Associate Quantity Surveyor to be part of this exciting journey. Why This Role? As an Associate Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in the UK's transition to clean energy. You'll be part of the Strategic Infrastructure team, supporting the development and delivery of large-scale, complex infrastructure projects. This is your chance to take on greater responsibility and work on high-value schemes that matter! What You'll Do: Support Lead Quantity Surveyors in contract placement and management activities for...