77 senior quantity surveyor jobs found

Senior Quantity Surveyor, Rail Civils (Contract) Location: Hampshire Rate: (Apply online only) p/day Inside IR35 Duration: Ongoing A leading Tier 1 contractor is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a multi-year rail renewals programme across the South of England. The programme is delivered through an integrated alliance, with a long-term pipeline of schemes. The role Lead commercial management across multiple rail civils and station schemes Manage valuations, cost forecasting, variations and final accounts Handle subcontractor procurement, packages and payments Work closely with project managers, planners and the client's commercial team Report on cost and risk throughout delivery About you Proven experience as a Senior QS on rail civils or comparable infrastructure projects Experience on Network Rail or alliance-style contracts (NEC) Strong subcontractor and supply chain management Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying or similar; MRICS or...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Specialist Construction Contractor We are working with an established specialist construction contractor operating as part of a wider UK construction group, who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of a growing portfolio of projects. The business specialises in fa ade construction, building envelope solutions, cladding remediation, fire safety works and sustainable retrofit projects. They are looking for a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of project commercial management, working closely with operational teams, clients and specialist supply chain partners. Your Day-To-Day Duties: Taking responsibility for the commercial management of allocated projects from procurement through to final account. Managing specialist subcontract packages, including fa ade systems, cladding, glazing and associated remediation works. Preparing and submitting interim...

Position: Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Hybrid Working from Home & Site Day rate: £425-£475 per day Main Contractor looking for Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Long term assignment Our client is a Tier 2 main contractor who currently enjoy a turnover of c£100 million, delivering primarily New Build projects around the UK. They predominately operate within select business sectors including Leisure, Logistics & Distribution, Multi-room & Stadia. They generally deliver projects ranging in value from £5million up to £30million and a negotiate the majority of their projects secured. The Owners are keen to further develop and strengthen their Commercial Team with introduction of experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor. This has been instigated with several new projects being secured on a negotiated and competitive basis. The Ideal Candidate: Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on New Build or Refurbishment projects...

Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Bexley Rate: £500 - £550p/d DOE - Inside IR35 Duration: 12 Months+/ongoing Sector: Water/Wastewater Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a knack for capital delivery frameworks within a Tier 1 Contractor environment? Do you possess a background in stakeholder management, both upstream and downstream? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client, a design & build contractor in the water/wastewater sector, and is seeking a Senior QS to join their dynamic team. You'll be responsible for principal contractor duties on a major AMP8 framework. With a framework stretching until 2030 this is your chance to be at the forefront of ground breaking projects in the water industry. What We Offer: Opportunity to manage multiple schemes and projects with a combined value of circa £100m, heavily subcontractor-delivered. Supportive environment with a Grad QS to assist on assigned projects. Flexibility to work remotely...

My client is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join them at their head offices in West Ealing. Working across civil engineering, rail and groundworks, the business delivers a range of projects, including viaducts, sewage treatment works, overbridges, tunnels, culverts, stations and depots. The successful candidate will have strong commercial experience working across NEC contracts, with responsibilities including cost control, forecasting, valuations, compensation events, change control, subcontractor management and commercial reporting. You will work closely with project delivery teams, clients and subcontractors to ensure the successful commercial delivery of projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great team on a long-term contract, with a clear progression path into a Commercial Manager position. The role will initially require four days per week in the West Ealing office and one day working from home, with the opportunity to move to three days in the...

Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Tottenham Rate: £500 - £550p/d DOE - Inside IR35 Duration: 12 Months+/ongoing Sector: Water/Wastewater Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a knack for capital delivery frameworks within a Tier 1 Contractor environment? Do you possess a background in stakeholder management, both upstream and downstream? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client, a design & build contractor in the water/wastewater sector, and is seeking a Senior QS to join their dynamic team. You'll be responsible for principal contractor duties on a major AMP8 framework. With a framework stretching until 2030 this is your chance to be at the forefront of ground breaking projects in the water industry. What We Offer: Opportunity to manage multiple schemes and projects with a combined value of circa £100m, heavily subcontractor-delivered. Supportive environment with a Grad QS to assist on assigned projects. Flexibility to work...

We are working with a leading main contractor delivering a major construction project in the Northwest, looking to recruit an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the pre-construction and commercial function. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing design information, preparing tender documentation and supporting the procurement process to ensure packages are commercially robust and ready for delivery. Your Day-To-Day Duties: Reviewing design drawings and specifications to identify commercial risks, discrepancies and potential opportunities Preparing tender documentation and comprehensive tender books for subcontract packages Managing subcontractor tender enquiries and coordinating the tender process Analysing and comparing subcontractor quotations to ensure competitive and compliant submissions Identifying scope gaps, design development issues and potential cost implications Supporting subcontract procurement, tender...

Location: North West London Contract: Long-term project through to 2032 Working Pattern: 1 day hybrid working Our client, an established principal contractor, has been appointed to deliver a major 400m new-build project in North West London and is looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team. With the project running through to 2032, this is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position on a significant scheme, working alongside an established team of 10 surveyors across varying levels of experience. Key Responsibilities: Lead subcontractor procurement, including tender enquiries, bid analysis, negotiations and placing subcontract orders. Manage subcontractor packages from procurement through to final account. Administer variations, change control and contractual entitlements. Prepare and manage CVRs, cost reporting and commercial forecasts. Monitor project costs, identify commercial risks and implement...

Fawkes and Reece are currently looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to fulfil a 12 month contract paying a competitive day rate. This client is a leading organisation within the construction space who predominantly specialise within residential development and property services. The project you will be working on will be Fire safety improvements on high rise buildings specifically 10 stories high frame. Working alongside a very experienced team who already have some knowledge of the building itself. For this role you will be paid umbrella - CIS or Paye Responsibilities: Lead contract administration Oversee a team of Quantity Surveyors Provide commercial support to engineers and project managers Identify adverse trends early Requirements: Professional qualification e.g RIC S - accredited degree Analytical and numerical skills Knowledge of construction regulations and standards Communication, negotiation and decision-making skills Great Project and time...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: North / West Scotland Rate: £500 £550 per day Contract: Freelance Long-Term Opportunity £500 £550 per day Around four years of project work Looking for your next freelance contract? This is an opportunity to join a new and interesting infrastructure project in North / West Scotland, with the potential for around four years of work ahead. For a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to move away from the uncertainty of short-term contracts, this offers the chance to get involved in a substantial infrastructure scheme, take on a fresh commercial challenge and build long-term continuity into your next move. With complex civil engineering works to deliver and an established project team in place, there's plenty of opportunity to make your mark on a project that will keep you engaged well beyond the usual contract cycle. Why consider this opportunity? Long-term work: Around four years of project work available, offering the potential to stay...

We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major contractor delivering a substantial package of works associated with Hinkley Point C. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for stability and longevity, with a strong pipeline of work through to the end of 2027. The position will primarily be based from the project office in the Bridgwater area, with travel to the HPC site only expected approximately once every two weeks. The project involves the construction of four high-specification concrete-framed buildings, including delivery of the cladding. Working under an NEC3 Option C target cost contract, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of your packages, with a particularly strong focus on change management and financial reporting. The project is already managing a significant volume of change, currently around the 600-change mark, so we are particularly interested in commercially strong QSs...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: King's Lynn, Norfolk Contract until August 2027 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading infrastructure contractor delivering a major highways and civil engineering project in Norfolk. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile scheme, working alongside a collaborative team to successfully deliver critical infrastructure that will support long-term regional growth. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial performance of the project from inception through to completion. You will oversee contract administration, cost management, forecasting, procurement, and subcontractor management, ensuring the project is delivered efficiently and profitably. Working closely with operational teams, clients, and the wider supply chain, you will identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities while maintaining...

Our client is one of the UK's leading Tier 1 Principal Contractors, delivering major project solutions across a range of New Build, infrastructure and civil engineering projects. They have an immediate need for a Package Quantity Surveyor or Senior Package Quantity Surveyor on a 40 million civils & build project. Currently at design phase you will, you will initially be responsible for work independently across downstream enabling works subcontract packages, including scope preparation, tendering, procurement, commercial comparisons, cost and pricing reviews. Senior Package Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Experience managing subcontract procurement packages Able to work with the project team to define the scope, tendering, procurement, commercial comparisons, cost and pricing reviews. Tier one contractor experience issuing and managing subcontract packages, subcontract payments, and managing package changes under NEC contracts. Monitor and control...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor - Highways sector South of England (hybrid role, mainly work from home) Around 475 per day, indicative determination of Outside IR35 6 month initial contract We are looking to appoint a contract Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a growing highways service provider. The role focuses on contract administration, change management and payments under NEC, mainly Options A and E with some B, and involves no procurement or subcontract management. SDF framework and highways sector experience is preferred, particularly if you have previous experience in operating at the subcontractor level. You can be based anywhere in the South (M3 / M4 corridors would be great) and you will work remotely most of the week, travelling when needed and coming into the office for month end. Please apply with a copy of your CV (it doesn't have to be up to date) to find out more. "People Group is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Birmingham Site Based Outside IR35 Ongoing Contract About the Company Our client is an established civil engineering contractor delivering complex construction and infrastructure schemes. Due to ongoing project requirements, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team with an experienced freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor. The Role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a site-based assignment in Birmingham. The role will suit a commercially strong QS with a solid civil engineering background and extensive experience working with NEC contracts. You will take responsibility for the commercial management of works, working closely with the project and operational teams to maintain strong cost control and contractual performance. Key Responsibilities Commercial management of civil engineering works Administration of NEC contracts and contractual obligations...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Kent Freelance Outside IR35 About the Company Our client is a well-established major contractor delivering complex civil engineering and infrastructure schemes across the UK. Due to ongoing workload within their highways division, they are looking to strengthen the commercial team on a project in the Kent area with an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor. The Role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility on a highways scheme in Kent. Working closely with the project and commercial teams, you will manage the day-to-day commercial requirements of the scheme, including subcontractor management, cost control, forecasting, valuations, change management and reporting. The position would suit a strong Senior QS with a background in highways or major civil engineering who is comfortable operating independently within a busy project environment. Key Responsibilities...

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...