115 quantity surveyor jobs found

Are you a highly capable commercial professional looking to make an immediate impact on a fast-paced project that is picking up speed quickly? We are partnering with a leading international infrastructure group who are leading the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future to recruit a driven Senior Quantity Surveyor. With a multitude of new packages kicking off soon, our client needs a strong candidate who can step in, assist the wider team, and oversee packages independently without needing too much hands-on help. This role is perfectly positioned to bridge the gap between the junior and senior teams on site. Role Highlights: Location: Grays, RM16 Hours: 8.5-hour workday, Mon to Fri Rate: 550 per day (umbrella rate) Contract: Immediate start running until 31/12/2026, with the potential for extension. Key Responsibilities: Support project development and delivery by providing contractual and commercial advice to the project...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Looking for a new career challenge? We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor for a 12-month contract based in Teesside, Middlesbrough (with options for project-based or regional office flexibility). Rate: 650 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35) 450 a day (PAYE) Start Date: ASAP Hours: 37.5 hours per week In this role, you will have significant experience managing contracts and costs for infrastructure and civil engineering projects, actively working to minimise project costs and enhance value for money. Key Responsibilities Contract Administration: Administer and manage NEC contracts, measure, record, and value work unsupervised, and handle applications for payment and final account procedures. Cost & Financial Management: Use and manage project accounting systems, monitor costs, and produce cost vs. value reconciliations (CVRs). Procurement & Supply Chain: Handle end-to-end supplier procurement, supply chain management, and...

Quantity Surveyor: About the role of Quantity Surveyor: Long term freelance opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor in Hertfordshire. I am currently assisting a market leading brand in their search for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team. Our client take pride in the developments they deliver and have regenerated various other schemes across the United Kingdom in the sectors of new build, fit out and refurbishment. This an opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join the team on a freelance basis for a minimum of 10 months. An opportunity to work with a top Main Contractor various commercial schemes across Hertfordshire. They are looking for someone that has a proven track record working and providing support with a Main contractor. The ideal candidate for Quantity Surveyor: Main contracting experience Commercial experience

We are partnering with a leading highways maintenance and civil engineering contractor to appoint an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor . This role sits within a busy, fast-paced highways reactive and term maintenance environment. You will take commercial ownership of regional reactive repairs, emergency call-outs, routine maintenance works, and minor capital improvement schemes. Key Responsibilities Commercial Management: Manage day-to-day commercial and contractual tasks across a portfolio of highways reactive and term maintenance work. 1 Applications & Valuations: Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim applications for payment and final accounts with the client. 1 Cost Control & CVRs: Produce accurate Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), financial forecasts, and budget tracking. 1, 2 Variations & Compensation Events: Identify, value, price, and negotiate variations, compensation events, and extra works under the relevant form...

Lead the commercial success of major infrastructure projects in a role where your expertise directly drives value, performance and project delivery. Our Client has a requirement for a Managing Quantity Surveyor, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Newcastle . Role Purpose: Manage contracts and costs relating to major infrastructure and civil engineering projects. Minimise project costs whilst maximising value and maintaining quality and compliance standards. Provide commercial leadership across project teams and supply chain partners. Support the development of commercial team members through coaching and professional guidance. Job Role Responsibilities: Administer and manage contracts in accordance with NEC contract requirements. Measure, record and value works in line with relevant procedures and industry standards. Prepare applications for payment, undertake data analysis and manage final account procedures. Utilise project accounting...

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...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor The opportunity A leading multidisciplinary contractor is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to help drive project success. Reporting to the Quantity Surveyor, Project Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll support commercial activities, manage costs and help ensure projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. About you Working towards an accredited RICS, CIOB or ICES course, or holding a degree or HND in a relevant subject (building/construction, civil or structural engineering, urban and land studies) Experience working in build, including onsite measures Knowledge of construction management and sustainable construction techniques Strong communicator who works well under pressure and uses initiative Don't match every requirement? Apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate. Why join? You'll join a contractor delivering engineering solutions across rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water and...

Quantity Surveyor Location: Flexible / Project-Based Salary: Competitive (As per business case) Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge in major infrastructure? We are seeking a commercially aware, driven professional to join our expanding commercial team working on high-profile projects across highways, utilities, rail, and civil engineering. Key Responsibilities NEC Contract Administration: Oversee and manage NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, specifically Options A, B, C, and E. Commercial Control: Lead monthly cost reporting, bottom-up forecasting, project budget preparation, and CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) reports. Change & Valuations: Administer Compensation Events (CEs), change control processes, and monthly payment assessments. Procurement & Subcontractor Management: Handle procurement, draft and negotiate subcontracts, and manage subcontractor and supplier accounts. Risk & Audit: Identify commercial risks...

ONGOING M&E & HVAC PROJECTS - JCT & NEC - DAY RATE PAID CIS Location: Hull Sectors: Mechanical & Electrical Freelance: (Apply online only) per day dependant on project Duration: Long term ongoing We are hiring for a Freelance Quantity Surveyor for our client for ongoing projects based in Hull. Our client work nationally installing air conditioning, HVAC, refigeration, and electrical. This is ongoing work with many upcoming projects working on both NEC and JCT projects, starting ASAP. Responsibilities of the Freelance Quantity Surveyor: Take commercial responsibility for a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC projects. Manage project costs, budgets and forecasts throughout the full project lifecycle. Prepare and submit interim valuations, applications for payment and final accounts. Identify, value and negotiate variations, change orders and contractual claims. Support the procurement and commercial management of subcontractor and...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor required for a 'home based' role for initialyy a 3 month period. You will be working on Fit-out and refurb projects with M&E elements so having experience and being familiar with M&E will be required. Managing the commercial aspects of the project from procurement through to final account Managing subcontractor procurement, tendering and package awards Preparing and managing subcontractor accounts, valuations and payments Monitoring project costs, budgets and commercial performance Managing variations, change control and compensation events Supporting the preparation of cost reports and commercial forecasts Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team Managing commercial relationships with subcontractors and suppliers Supporting the resolution of contractual and commercial matters Contributing to the successful commercial delivery of the project It is a home based role, with occasional visits...

ONGOING M&E & HVAC PROJECTS - JCT & NEC - DAY RATE PAID CIS Location: Tyneside Sectors: Mechanical & Electrical Freelance: (Apply online only) per day dependant on project Duration: Long term ongoing We are hiring for a Freelance Quantity Surveyor for our client for ongoing projects based in Tyneside. Our client work nationally installing air conditioning, HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical. This is ongoing work with many upcoming projects working on both NEC and JCT projects, starting ASAP. Responsibilities of the Freelance Quantity Surveyor: Take commercial responsibility for a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC projects. Manage project costs, budgets and forecasts throughout the full project life cycle. Prepare and submit interim valuations, applications for payment and final accounts. Identify, value and negotiate variations, change orders and contractual claims. Support the procurement and commercial management of...