23 jobs found in Cambridge

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Long Term Freelance - ASAP Start - Bedfordshire - Highways Your new company You'll be joining a Tier 1 contractor operating within the highways sector. They deliver major civils projects nationwide with stable project pipelines and excellent opportunities for long-term progression. Due to an increase in workload and new schemes commencing, they are now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join on a long-term temporary basis. Your new role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will support highways projects across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas. You will work predominantly on-site (4 days per week) and may have the opportunity to move across different live projects as required. Key responsibilities include managing large subcontract packages, assisting with forecasting, carrying out take-offs, and managing compensation events under NEC contracts. You will ensure commercial compliance throughout the full project lifecycle. What you'll need...

My client is looking for an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee day-to-day delivery of a 4.5 Million GSHP project in the Milton Keynes/Bedford area. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in commercial renewable energy projects , particularly heat pumps and solar energy. trong health and safety management , and proven experience coordinating multiple subcontractors in a live, multi-stakeholder environment and experience of working in tier 1 sites would be ideal. What is required for the position? Tickets: CSCS, SMSTS First Aid - (Manual Handling and Asbestos Awareness are preffered) PPE: Hard hat, high vis, steel toe cap boots Experience / Essential Skills: Proven background in M&E or renewable energy projects (heat pumps, plantrooms, boreholes, or similar). Competent with Microsoft 365 tools - Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams (for reporting and coordination). Strong understanding of construction sequencing , temporary...

Self Employed Quantity Surveyor - Bedfordshire - LONG TERM We are seeking an experienced Civils Quantity Surveyor to join our clients commercial team delivering major civils and infrastructure projects across commercial projects. This role requires strong experience in heavy civil engineering and groundworks and demonstrable expertise administering JCT Forms of Contract. The successful candidate will take commercial responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring effective cost control, contract administration, and risk management. Key responsibilities Lead commercial management of civils and infrastructure projects. Administer and manage contracts under JCT Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontract agreements Manage Early Warning Notices and Compensation Events under JCT Oversee cost forecasting, budgeting, and reporting Prepare and assess interim applications and valuations Conduct cost...

Project Quantity Surveyor / Project Lead Location: Waterloo, London (Office-based with site visits) Start Date: Immediate The Role We are looking for a proactive, high-energy Senior / Project Quantity Surveyor who does more than just "count the costs." We need a driver-someone who can take a project by the horns, manage design teams, and ensure delivery from inception to completion. You won't just be sitting behind a spreadsheet; you'll be leading client meetings, managing the tender process, and navigating the nuances of JCT contracts. This role is perfect for a professional with 5+ years of experience who thrives in the 1m- 15m project bracket and wants to be a pivotal part of a growing team. What You'll Be Doing Procurement Lead: Managing the procurement of both Main Contractors and specialist Design Teams. Project Driving: Taking an active role in "project managing" your schemes to ensure momentum. Tender Management: Running the end-to-end...

Class 3 Building Control Surveyor, Local Authority, £600 p/day OUTSIDE IR35 Your new company Are you ready to lead the future of building safety and regulation in one of London's most dynamic boroughs? We are seeking a Class 3 Registered Building Control Surveyor to join our Building Control team. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for ensuring that all building work across the Borough complies with building control legislation and regulations, including oversight of higher-risk buildings in collaboration with the Building Safety Regulator. Your new role Lead technical services delivery for the Building Control Authority.Enforce building regulations, manage demolitions and temporary structures, and respond to dangerous structure incidents.Represent Building Control in corporate programmes and deputise for senior leadership when required.Provide expert advice on building safety, regulatory issues, and contribute to government consultations.Ensure compliance with...

Interim Building Surveyor, Housing Association London, £350 - 400 p/day PAYE/Umbrella, 6-month contract Your new company Are you an experienced Building Surveyor passionate about improving the quality, safety, and sustainability of residential homes? We're looking for a proactive professional to join our team and support the delivery of high-quality planned and reactive works across a diverse housing portfolio. As a Building Surveyor, you'll play a key role in ensuring customers can live safely and independently in well-maintained homes. You'll work closely with internal teams, external contractors, and local authorities to deliver exceptional property services across a range of residential - and some commercial - properties. You'll be responsible for conducting detailed surveys, writing technical reports, managing works programmes, and ensuring projects are completed to high standards, on time and within budget. Your new role Build strong working relationships with...

3-month contract role - potential to go permanent - City of London - Senior QS required to start ASAP Your new company You'll be joining a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering one of the most exciting £60m+ projects in the City of London. The organisation is known for its strong pre-construction capability and successful track record on complex, high-value schemes. Your new role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role during the project's two-stage pre-construction phase, working under a PCSA. Your responsibilities will focus on: - Procuring multiple work packages (currently underway) - Managing pre-construction and prelim packages - Buying permanent works packages - Supporting commercial strategy and ensuring smooth progression into Stage 2 This is a contract role requiring someone confident to working autonomously within a high-performing commercial team. What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role, you will need: - Strong PCSA experience -...

Interim Building Control Surveyor - Class 2, Local Authority London, £400 - 450 p/day Umbrella Your new company Are you an experienced Building Control professional looking to take the next step in your career? We're seeking Building Control Surveyors, who are registered at Class 2 as a minimum, to join a progressive, forward-thinking Building Control team that plays a key role in ensuring safe, compliant and sustainable development within the local area. Your new role As a Building Control Surveyor, you will be responsible for assessing Building Regulation applications, inspecting building works on site, and providing expert advice to a range of stakeholders. You will play an important part in maintaining high standards of construction, supporting safe communities, and upholding statutory compliance across a wide range of projects. Key Responsibilities Assess Full Plans submissions, Building Notices and Regularisation Applications for compliance with Building...

Urgent requirement for an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to join one of the London's most high-profile commercial projects! This 100m+ transformation is one of the largest office projects in the capital, delivering Grade A commercial space. The scheme includes a complex structural extension with additional floors, extensive fa ade works, and delivery of office, retail and leisure space. This is not your traditional new build scheme. This is a technically challenging, logistics heavy central London project requiring a commercially astute QS who can operate at pace across multiple work packages. Key Responsibilities Commercial management of multiple subcontract packages (through to final account) Cost planning, forecasting, and reporting Contract administration (JCT experience essential) Managing variations, valuations, and change control Close liaison with project teams, supply chain, and client-side stakeholders What's needed? Proven experience as a Senior...

We have an excellent opportunity for a chartered Building Surveyor to work on Disrepair projects primarily in London & the South East This is self-employed work outside of IR35 and is paid per report. Undertake comprehensive building surveys of disrepair claims and the production of detailed expert witness reports for use in the legal process. Self-employed work, so this provides the opportunity for part-time or full-time. It is essential that candidates are MRICS qualified with 3 years + PQE. Residential experience is also essential for this work. This is an excellent opportunity, which has fantastic earning potential and provides the opportunity for long-term work and flexible work.

temporary job-building surveyor for MOD bases - housing refurbishment Building Surveyor - Void Refurbishment Scotland and East MidlandsContract: Approx. 3 months (mid-March to mid/late May) £24 -28 per hour + holiday pay (equiv salary -£50,000-£55,000) Start Date: By 16 MarchWe are seeking multiple Void Refurbishment Surveyors to support a major survey programme for the Ministry of defence across the North & Central UK, covering Scotland and the East Midlands. This programme involves assessing residential properties as they move through void refurbishment stages, focusing on building fabric condition and lifecycle replacement decisions.This is an excellent opportunity for qualified surveyors, building pathology specialists, or those with strong building fabric experience (including those transitioning from trade backgrounds).This role requires security vetting at BPSS level.Scotland 1 Surveyor requiredExpected locations: Kinloss, Aberdeen, LeucharsEast Midlands2-3 Surveyors...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor - Immediate Start - £400 to 500 per day - West Cambridgeshire Your new company A well-established regional construction business operating across the East of England, with a strong pipeline of ongoing and future work. The organisation offers long-term contract opportunities, flexible working arrangements and a collaborative approach between commercial, operational and delivery teams. Your new role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to completion. Working closely with project teams, site management and senior commercial colleagues, you will manage costs, subcontract packages and commercial reporting while supporting successful project delivery.This is a long-term contract opportunity with a hybrid working pattern and the option to move into a permanent role in the future, should this be of interest. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience working as a...

Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) 6 Week Contract Location: Kent (2 Live Projects) Rate: £300 £320 per day Duration: 6 Weeks Start: Immediate An experienced Quantity Surveyor is required on a temporary freelance basis to support the completion of two live construction projects in Kent . This is a 6-week contract suited to a hands-on QS who can step in quickly, provide commercial support, and help drive both schemes through final stages and close out. The Role: Manage final accounts and project close-out activities Review and agree subcontractor valuations and variations Support cost reporting and commercial forecasting Assist with contract administration and risk management Work closely with site and project teams to ensure smooth delivery Help ensure projects are completed on programme and within budget Requirements: Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction Strong final accounts and project close-out experience...

Quantity Surveyor - Main Contracting Quantity Surveyor - Main Contracting Location: Maidstone, Kent Company Type: Maidstone-Based Main Contractor Project Range: New Build & Refurbishment (£600k - £8m) Region: South East England We are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established Maidstone-based main contractor. The company delivers a diverse portfolio of new build and refurbishment projects across the South East, with project values ranging from £600,000 to £8 million. Role Overview: Manage all commercial aspects of multiple construction projectsPrepare cost plans, budgets, and tender documentationOversee subcontractor procurement, valuations, and final accountsMonitor project costs, variations, and financial reportingCollaborate closely with site teams, clients, and consultants Ideal Candidate:Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in main contractingStrong understanding of commercial processes across various build typesExcellent negotiation,...

About the company: We are working on behalf of a reputable contractor specialising in fit out, refurbishment, new builds and MEP installations. Being in business for almost 50 years the company turns over circa 150m annually, with typical projects ranging from 100k - 120m. About the role: The company is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The successful candidate will be working with the commercial team working on the project from pre-construction to handover. If you have fit-out experience and are keen to progress your career within an exciting company, apply here. Responsibilities: Manging the procurement and sub-contractors Where applicable, assist the Senior Quantity Surveyor in tackling key, commercial, progress or contractual issues with either the Client or Suppliers Play a role in reconciling cost/value reports and profit forecasts Work with the Commercial Team in securing maximum sustainable value from contracts, and in settling...

Quantity Surveyor - Freelance - Immediate Start - Birmingham - Up to £500 per day (Inside IR35) Your new company You will be joining the commercial team of a well-established organisation delivering a wide range of highways maintenance works across the Birmingham region. The commercial function oversees financial governance and cost control for ongoing maintenance programmes, working closely with internal operational teams and a diverse network of supply-chain partners. The environment is professional, structured and focused on delivering value, ensuring compliance and maintaining excellent contract management across all live works. Your new role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial delivery of highways maintenance schemes, working closely alongside a Senior Quantity Surveyor. You will be responsible for cost management, value engineering, estimating, managing valuations, negotiating and agreeing variations, handling subcontractor accounts and supporting...

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Rate: £635.75 per day Contract Length: 51 working days Location: Lichfield (3 days per week on-site) Client: Public Sector (MOD) Working Pattern: Part-time (3 days per week) Interview Process: 1-stage Teams interview (conversational / suitability-based) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a specialist team delivering cost and pricing analysis across Facilities Management (FM) projects within the UK Defence estate. These projects are valued in excess of £100m and require detailed cost modelling and commercial insight. You will join a collaborative team of Quantity Surveyors responsible for developing should-cost models, pricing booklets, and supporting tender evaluations. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value, nationally significant projects. Key Responsibilities Produce cost estimates for FM projects using in-house data and/or BCIS Develop and adapt pricing...

We have an excellent opportunity for a chartered Building Surveyor to work on Disrepair projects primarily in the Midlands. This is self-employed work outside of IR35 and is paid per report. Undertake comprehensive building surveys of disrepair claims and the production of detailed expert witness reports for use in the legal process. Self-employed work, so this provides the opportunity for part-time or full-time. It is essential that candidates are MRICS qualified with 3 years + PQE. Residential experience is also essential for this work. This is an excellent opportunity, which has fantastic earning potential and provides the opportunity for long-term work and flexible work.

Temp to perm Job - Quantity Surveyor/ commercial manager / FM contractor Commercial Manager - Temp to PermHours of Work: 37.5 per week, Monday-FridayLocation: Remote, covering Midlands and Wales (Commercial Team - Ministry of Justice Facilities Management) Join this vibrant, inclusive commercial team delivering critical Facilities Management services for the Ministry of Justice (MOJ)-work that makes a genuine and positive impact across secure sites throughout the UK.As part of a leading organisation in Facilities and Estate Management, they manage thousands of assets in secure environments, using data-driven insights and intelligent asset management to maximise performance, reduce cost, and manage risk effectively.The Commercial Manager will support the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance across approximately 30 prison sites, with an overall contract value of around £40m. This is a fast-paced environment involving high-volume, low-value jobs where strong commercial...

Temporary Job - pre-construction building surveying/contract administration MOD Pre-Construction Building Surveyor/ Project Manager - MOD Housing Project Rate: £24-£28 per hour + holiday pay (equivalent to £50-55k salary benchmark) Location: desk-based, with surveys and visits to an RAF base Contract length: 3months + Are you from a property or construction background with the knowledge of building fabric to carry out condition surveys on MOD Housing? Also, are you good with spreadsheets? Does the idea of crafting complex documents - providing technical support, budgeting, tender list documentation, specifications, and site plans sound of interest? If so this role is absolutely for you. We are seeking an exceptionally detail-driven Pre-Construction individual to assist on a large-scale refurbishment of the MOD housing estate. Working closely with the commercial and delivery team, these projects range from refurbishing multiple properties with general works, ranging from 50+ at a...