48 freelance quantity surveyor jobs found in Manchester

Our client, a well-established regional contractor based in the North West, is looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a £10 million industrial unit development. Working as part of a professional site and commercial team, you will play a key role in managing the commercial aspects of the project from procurement through to final account click apply for full job details

V7 Recruitment are looking for a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to work with our client on an apartment build scheme in Manchester City Centre! Start date - ASAP Duration - 3 months Rate - Negotiable Duties- Managing 6-8 packages for the duration of the contract. Monitor project costs and manage budgets throughout construction Assess and value progress payments and variations Perform cost analysis and prepare financial reports Manage risk, value engineering, and cost control procedures Ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and regulatory requirements V7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role. Please note that by applying for this position you are giving consent for V7...

HMP REFURBISHMENT SCHEME - SECURITY CLEARANCE PREFERRED NOT ESSENTIAL Location: Northwest Sectors: Commercial Project Types: Refurbishment Freelance: (Apply online only) per day dependant on project Duration: Long term We are hiring for Freelance Quantity Surveyor's fora HMP refurbishment scheme. Based from the office in Trafford Park working between office and a couple of days on site per week. Previous HMP experience is preferred and a security clearance is a bonus due to project type. Responsibilities of the Freelance Quantity Surveyor: Manage and oversee all commercial and financial aspects of assigned projects. Prepare and review valuations, variations, and final accounts. Administer and monitor contracts (NEC and JCT). Provide accurate cost reporting and forecasting to the project management team. Conduct site visits, measurements, and progress assessments. Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders within secure environments. Ensure...

V7 Recruitment are looking for a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to work with our client on a project in Leeds. Start date - ASAP Duration - 3-4 months with possible extension Rate - Negotiable Duties- Working on the project during the PCSA stage picing for 6-8 packages Perform cost analysis and prepare financial reports Manage risk, value engineering, and cost control procedures Ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and regulatory requirements V7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role. Please note that by applying for this position you are giving consent for V7 Recruitment to process and store your personal data in line with our Privacy Policy. We may contact you about...

HMP NEW BUILD/REFURBISHMENT SCHEME Location: Wigan Sectors: Commercial Project Types: New build/ Refurbishment Freelance: (Apply online only) per day dependant on project Duration: 4 month contract We are hiring for a Freelance Quantity Surveyor for a HMP new build/ refurbishment scheme based in Wigan. Previous HMP experience is preferred but not essential for the role. This is starting on 8th June 2026. Responsibilities of the Freelance Quantity Surveyor: Manage and oversee all commercial and financial aspects of assigned projects. Prepare and review valuations, variations, and final accounts. Administer and monitor contracts (NEC and JCT). Provide accurate cost reporting and forecasting to the project management team. Conduct site visits, measurements, and progress assessments. Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders within secure environments. Ensure compliance with all security protocols and site procedures. Work closely with project...

Quantity Surveyor High-Tech Fit-Out (Processing Plant) Location: North Hertfordshire (Hertfordshire / Cambridgeshire border) Contract: Freelance 6 Months Rate: £300£500 per day - Client open to 3-5 days Start Date: Immediate start CSCS is essential for this role. About the Role A freelance Quantity Surveyor is required for a high-tech processing plant fit-out programme in North Hertfordshire click apply for full job details

Quantity Surveyor High-Tech Fit-Out (Processing Plant) Location: North Hertfordshire Contract: Freelance 6 Months Rate: £300£500 per day - Client open to 3-5 days Start Date: ASAP CSCS is essential for this role. About the Role A freelance Quantity Surveyor is required for a high-tech processing plant fit-out programme in North Hertfordshire click apply for full job details

Freelance Quantity Surveyor, Location: Near Thetford Initial 3-Month Contract Opportunity to go Permanent Hays are currently working with a well-established subcontractor delivering technical construction packages. They are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team on an initial 3-month freelance contract, with a strong opportunity to move into a permanent position should this suit your longer-term career plans.This role is office based near Thetford, with hybrid working available once you are fully up to speed and would suit a QS with proven experience operating within a specialist subcontractor environment. Your New Role You will play a key role in supporting the commercial delivery of live projects, managing specialist packages from a commercial perspective. Duties will include: Commercial management of specialist subcontractor works Preparation, submission and agreement of valuations Management of variations and change control Cost reporting, forecasting...

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a major cladding and faade remediation programme in Cardiff. The role will focus on commercial management of external envelope works across residential and mixed-use developments. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing portfolio of safety-critical remediation projects with a reputable main contractor / specialist faade click apply for full job details

Freelance Quantity Surveyor (PQS) required on a part-time basis by a consultancy Your new company The services of Hays have been retained by our client, an established and busy construction consultancy based in Belfast, to recruit a Freelance Quantity Surveyor on a temporary contract / freelance basis to assist with a peak in workload. Your new role Working as part of a larger projects team on x2 retail fit-out projects, you will provide pre-contract QS services to include: Producing estimates, budgets and cost plansPreparing bills of quantities. Work is available immediately for an experienced individual who can provide freelance support. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced Quantity Surveyor (PQS) with a demonstrable track record of providing cost management input on building projects as outlined above. You will be self-motivated and able to work independently, largely managing your own workload. What you'll get in return A competitive hourly rate...

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...

Candidate required: Freelance Quantity Surveyor Job Type: Freelance - Full Time Start date: ASAP Industry: Construction Professionals South Location: Crawley The role & about the client: ITS Construction Professionals South are recruiting on behalf of a reputable residential contractor based in Crawley for an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team. This well-established contractor specialises in high-quality residential developments and bespoke projects ranging from £300k to £2m in value. Due to a strong pipeline of secured work and continued growth, they are seeking a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to support projects from pre-construction through to final account. The successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial management of multiple residential projects, ensuring works are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients. This is an ASAP...

I am working with a leading regional contractor in their search for an experienced Freelance QS. You ll be working with an experienced Commercial Director initially working on 2, hotel refurbishment projects. Primarily contracts are based within the NW and Midlands so you ll need to be prepared to occasionally travel to site for meetings. Quantity Surveyor Requirements/Reasons to apply: We are looking for an experienced QS who has commercially lead schemes from commencement to completion. The contractor in question have secured their turnover targets for the year with more expected to come from key, repeat clients. I m looking for somebody who has worked for a main contractor utilising JCT contracts. This role will be a mixture of head office & site based, you ll need to be able to commute to Greater Manchester daily and prepared to undertake site meetings as and when. This will be a long-term position with rates between £300.00 - £340.00 a day for...

Clarkson Owens Recruitment are working with a reputable civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR to work on a freelance basis. This organisation works across multi civil engineering disciplines including water and power. Your role will be split between the office and visiting site. Hybrid working will also be on offer. In return a competitve day rate will be on offer.

Kennet Solutions are supporting a leading tier 1 Contractor in their search for 2 Quantity Surveyors. These opportunities will involve supporting on a 65m Utilities framework in the North-West of the UK, based in Preston. They are seeking candidates with: Civils/Infrastructure experience Knowledge of CEMAR Experience in managing subcontractors and AFP's These roles are inside IR35, offering day rates up to 400 per day. This is long-term work, minimum 6-12 months duration

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: About the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor: Long term freelance opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor in London. I am currently assisting a market leading brand in their search for a Senior 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 Senior 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 on a large high rise residential scheme which will involve looking after various packages including cladding and remediations. They are looking for someone that has a proven track record working and providing support with a Main contractor. The ideal candidate for Senior Quantity Surveyor: Main contracting experience residential experience

We are currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a Special Projects Team on a freelance basis, focusing on legacy schemes and high-profile remediation works. This role will play a pivotal part in supporting the recovery and resolution of building safety issues in accordance with the Building Safety Regulations. The successful candidate will take the commercial lead across a portfolio of legacy projects, identifying and addressing defects and compliance matters to ensure safe outcomes and long-term solutions. Key Responsibilities: Manage cost control, budgeting, and forecasting across multiple legacy schemes Support remedial works and ensure financial oversight of corrective actions Work closely with legal and technical teams on adjudication and recovery matters Provide commercial leadership and risk management on all aspects of legacy project delivery Ensure compliance with Building Safety Regulations and broader industry standards Ideal Candidate:...

I'm currently working on behalf of a respected residential developer who is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on a freelance basis for an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for extension. The role will involve supporting a number of new build residential developments across Surrey and West Sussex, splitting time between the client's office in the Redhill area and active project sites. Key requirements: Proven experience operating as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the residential sector Strong track record delivering new build residential schemes Previous experience working for a residential developer Ability to manage commercial aspects of projects from procurement through to final account Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Contract Details: Initial 3-month contract with potential to extend Mix of office and site-based working Projects located across Surrey and West Sussex Excellent day...

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...