15 senior managing quantity surveyor jobs found

Role: Senior / Project Quantity Surveyor Location: Leeds (3 days on-site / 2 days remote) Contract Type: 3-Month Initial Contract Status: Outside IR35 Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are looking for a heavy-hitting Senior or Project Quantity Surveyor to take the lead on a high-profile 13-story residential block in the heart of Leeds. This project is currently in its critical early stages, requiring a sharp commercial mind to drive procurement and establish robust cost management processes. This is a high-autonomy role reporting directly to the Commercial Director . If you are a seasoned pro who doesn't need hand-holding and thrives in a fast-paced site environment, this is a lucrative opportunity to add a major residential landmark to your portfolio. Key Responsibilities Procurement: Leading the procurement of sub-contractor packages during the early stages of the build. Valuations: Managing monthly valuations and ensuring accurate cash flow...

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...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - 6+ Months Duration - Birmingham - Civils Infrastructure Your new company You'll be joining a highly experienced civil engineering and infrastructure contractor delivering work on one of the UK's largest and most complex rail infrastructure programmes. The business operates across major transport and infrastructure schemes nationwide and is known for strong project governance, collaborative working, and long-term career opportunities on flagship frameworks. Your new role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key part in the commercial delivery of a major infrastructure project, working closely with project and site teams to ensure robust commercial control from start to finish. The role is primarily site-based, with some flexibility for hybrid working. Key responsibilities will include: Managing and producing monthly applications for payment Administering and managing change control under NEC contracts Preparing cost reports,...

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...

FREELANCE Quantity Surveyor role, MAINTENANCE CONTRACTOR Your new company You'll be working with a respected main contractor delivering complex projects across the built environment. They are currently in the final stages of a scheme that was originally expected to be straightforward but has since developed delays, claims, and commercial pressures. With the project approaching its close, they require an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who can step in immediately and take full commercial control to drive the job over the finish line. Your new roleYou will take the lead on all commercial and contractual aspects of the project, ensuring it is closed out efficiently, accurately, and profitably. Key responsibilities include: Managing and negotiating claims Handling delay analysis and associated commercial impacts Closing down the project and finalising the account Identifying, managing, and mitigating commercial and contractual risks Managing client relationships and...

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...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor - Southampton Freelance Senior Quantity SurveyorLocation: Southampton Contract Length: Initial 6+ months Rate: £400-£450 per day Engagement: Ltd Company or PAYE only (NO CIS) A well-established regional contractor with a strong presence across the South Coast is looking to bring in a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial side of a £10 million public sector, commercial and leisure refurbishment project in Southampton. The project is entering a key pre-construction and procurement phase, and you'll play a hands-on role in shaping the commercial approach before supporting the scheme as it progresses on site. This is a 6/7 -month contract position, with regular site involvement required, alongside hybrid working flexibility depending on workload and project needs. About the ProjectThe scheme is a large-scale commercial refurbishment, involving significant pre-construction input, trade procurement, and phased delivery. The project demands strong...

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior to support an existing project. You'll be joining a team working on a high-profile project in Plymouth. This is a long-term, complex commercial environment where you'll play a pivotal role in cost management, contract administration, and commercial strategy across a multidisciplinary project team. Key responsibilities include: Leading cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting for major work packages Managing NEC contracts, compensation events, and change control Providing commercial insight to support strategic decision making Preparing and presenting detailed cost reports to senior leadership Supporting procurement activities and subcontractor negotiations Ensuring governance, audit readiness, and adherence to client processes What's needed from you? Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor on large scale or defence related projects Strong NEC contract knowledge Excellent analytical, reporting, and...

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 -...

Your new company Operating both in the UK and across the world, they are a leading contractor delivering projects across multiple sectors including; real estate, defence, education, highways, rail and water. Your new role An established main contractor is seeking a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of projects. The role requires a commercially astute professional with strong experience working to the National Schedule of Rates (NSR) and proven capability managing projects through delivery and final accounts. Key Responsibilities: Full commercial management of assigned works packages Preparation, assessment, and agreement of valuations Administering and managing change in accordance with the National Schedule of Rates Cost reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management Procurement and management of subcontractors Preparation and negotiation of final accounts Supporting the commercial strategy to maximise value and minimise risk...

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...

We're currently supporting a leading civil engineering contractor on a major infrastructure scheme in West Yorkshire, and are looking to engage an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on a contract basis. This is a site-based role on a complex, live project, offering the opportunity to take ownership of key work packages within a collaborative delivery environment. The Role As a Senior QS, you'll play a key role within the commercial team, taking responsibility for the commercial management of sections of work within a cost reimbursable / NEC contract environment . Key responsibilities will include: Full commercial ownership of assigned packages Cost reporting, forecasting and CVRs Management and assessment of Compensation Events Subcontract procurement, administration and final accounts Ensuring compliance with contract processes and cost mechanisms Working closely with operational teams to drive commercial performance Requirements Proven experience operating...

Quantity Surveyor - Tier 1 Contractor - Highways - ASAP Start - Long Term Freelance Position - North Somerset 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 starting, they are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join on a long-term temporary basis. Your new role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will support highways projects across North Somerset and 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 NEC3/4 contracts, overseeing subcontract packages, completing CVRs, preparing cost plans, and ensuring commercial compliance from start to finish. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience working for a...

Building Surveyor- Reactive Maintenance 6-month contract- £33- £37 per hour umbrella Your New Company Join a forward-thinking local authority, where the Property Services team plays a vital role in maintaining and improving a diverse portfolio of over 3,000 housing units and a range of corporate, commercial, and community assets. The team is committed to delivering high-quality services that directly benefit residents and the wider community. Your New Role As a Building Surveyor, you'll be responsible for diagnosing and specifying day-to-day repairs, conducting stock condition and measured surveys, and managing contractors to ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard. You'll work closely with the Senior Building Surveyor and use your expertise to advise on legislation, health & safety compliance, and cost control, while maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with clients and residents. What You'll Need to Succeed Proven experience in...

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...