34 freelance senior quantity surveyor jobs found

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...

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:...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Swindon Location: Swindon Contract Duration: 6 12 Months (Potential Extension Beyond Initial Term) Project Value: £40m Industrial Development Rate: Flexible / Negotiable Depending on Experience Start Date: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major industrial construction project based in Swindon. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a significant £40m scheme with a well-established project team, offering a long-term freelance assignment with the potential to extend beyond the initial contract period. Key Responsibilities: Commercial management of a £40m industrial project. Procurement and management of subcontract packages. Cost reporting, forecasting, and budget management. Valuations, variations, and change control. Contract administration and risk management. Preparation and agreement of final accounts. Supporting the...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Wolverhampton Location: Wolverhampton Contract Duration: 6 12 Months (Potential Extension Beyond Initial Term) Project Value: £25m Industrial Development Rate: Flexible / Negotiable Depending on Experience Start Date: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major industrial construction project based in Wolverhampton. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a significant £25m scheme with a well-established project team, offering a long-term freelance assignment with the potential to extend beyond the initial contract period. Key Responsibilities: Commercial management of a £25m industrial project. Procurement and management of subcontract packages. Cost reporting, forecasting, and budget management. Valuations, variations, and change control. Contract administration and risk management. Preparation and agreement of final...

Job Title: Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Preston, Lancashire Rate: Competitive Day Rate (DOE) Duration: Long-Term Contract Start Date: Immediate / Short Notice About the Company We are recruiting on behalf of a respected regional building contractor based in Preston, delivering high-quality construction projects across the North West click apply for full job details

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Central London Project: £20m Hotel & Commercial Office Refurbishment Duration: 10 Months Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Outside IR35 considered) Start: Immediate Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Central London A leading Main Contractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major £20m hotel and commercial office refurbishment project in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity to take commercial ownership of a high-profile refurbishment scheme, working closely with an established site and commercial team throughout the project lifecycle. The programme is scheduled to run for approximately 10 months, making it an ideal opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong refurbishment and fit-out experience looking for their next contract assignment. Key Responsibilities Managing the commercial delivery of a £20m refurbishment project. Procurement and...

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...

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...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor Type: Contract/Remote/Hybrid Salary: £400 - £450 per day Start Date: ASAP We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a main contracting background to oversee commercial performance across infrastructure projects in NW. You will be a key member of the team working hybrid and remotely with intermittent site visits ensuring subcontractors quotations and p click apply for full job details

We are looking for a freelance/ permanent Senior Quantity Surveyor to join one of our UK rail infrastructure and civil engineering contractors on one of their largest projects for TFL. Role will involve commercial management of civils and fit-out packages with a combined value of approx 6m within an overall project value of 32m. Responsibilities include commercial management and administration of subcontract packages, supporting commercial lead with cost reporting and forecasting, management and assessment of change control and compensation events under NEC3 Option C, Assisting with procurement and tendering of remaining work packages, cost management, valuations, working with project delivery, design and client teams. Approx 18 months remaining of the project with an immediate start and top rate! If yourself or someone you know is looking for work, get in touch!

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Chorley or Crewe (hybrid with site/client offices) Contract: Freelance (Outside IR35) Project: Major station upgrade project (circa £40m) Company Overview We are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK infrastructure and construction contractor with a strong presence across rail, highways, water, and civil engineering sectors. The business operates across multiple divisions and has a well-established reputation as a Tier 1 contractor within the rail sector, delivering major infrastructure projects through long-term frameworks and joint ventures. With continued growth and diversification into new sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong pipeline of secured work. The North West division is a key region within the business, delivering projects across frameworks with major clients and expanding into new infrastructure sectors. The commercial team...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) Location: North London (multiple sites) Contract Type: Freelance Contract Rate: £550 £650 per day INSIDE IR35 Company Overview We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects across North London. This opportunity sits with a well-established Tier 1 contractor operating across sectors including water, utilities, transport, and energy. The business delivers projects through long-term frameworks, standalone schemes, and reactive works, offering exposure to a diverse range of project types and environments. This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing commercial team on a contract basis, supporting key infrastructure projects with an immediate start. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of multiple projects across various sites in North London. This is a hands-on...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor (Procurement Specialist) Location: London (Hybrid / Site-based) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 2-3 months initial contract Day Rate: 300 - 400 / day (Dependent on Experience) Outside IR35 Available About the Role We are a leading specialist fa ade contractor with an immediate requirement for an experienced freelance Quantity Surveyor to support our commercial team on a live London project. This is a hands-on, procurement-focused role . Working closely as a No. 2 alongside a Senior QS, your primary objective will be to take full ownership of subcontract procurement packages, drive output, and significantly relieve workload for the wider team. We need someone who loves the detail and thrives on hitting procurement milestones. Key Responsibilities End-to-End Subcontract Procurement: Manage the full cycle including issuing enquiries, analyzing tender returns, producing detailed comparisons, negotiating terms, and final...

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.

Quantity Surveyor Location: Leeds Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 DOE Job Type: Permanent (Freelance applications also considered with rate negotiable) Sector: New Build, Extensions, Refurbishment & Fit-Out Overview Our client is looking to appoint a motivated and commercially driven Quantity Surveyor at Project QS to Senior QS level to join their growing team based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of new build, extension, refurbishment, and fit-out projects throughout Yorkshire and the East Midlands. The successful candidate will be hands-on, proactive, and capable of managing projects independently while demonstrating strong commercial awareness and initiative. Key Responsibilities Managing the commercial aspects of construction projects through to final account Preparing cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accounts Subcontract procurement and management Cost reporting and forecasting Liaising with...

How would you like to work with a well established and forever-growing civil engineering contractor? Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for their next long term, freelance role? If so, read on! My client, a market-leading principal contractor who speclialise in the civil and railway engineering are looking for a strong Senior Quantity Surveyor with 10+ years' experience to join their team and work closely with the Commerical Manager to manage a multimillion-pound scheme in Manchester. The ideal candidate will be keen to progress and develop their skills with some industry professionals who have worked in the Raliway and Civils sector for a long time. You will be able to work from home a few days a week for this role. The ideal candidate will be able to start on a 1 week-notice. Location: Manchester and Hybrid-Working Roles and responsibilities: Be responsible for initiating and leading tasks/processes Pricing up and management of utility packages and new...

Will employ the Senior Quantity Surveyor on a permanent or freelance basis (up to £400 a day Ltd) Join an Elite Team as a Senior Quantity Surveyor and shape Luxury Living in Mayfair! Will employ on a permanent or freelance basis Are you a seasoned Senior Quantity Surveyor with a passion for precision and excellence in the luxury residential sector? We are seeking an exceptional Senior Quantity Surveyor to play a pivotal role on a Mayfair project, where quality meets opulence. Elevate your career and contribute to the creation of an unparalleled residential masterpiece. The main contractor is a prestigious construction firm specialising in luxury residential projects. Their commitment to uncompromising quality, innovation, and client satisfaction has positioned them as leaders in the high-end construction market. They foster a collaborative and innovative work culture, where expertise and dedication converge to shape iconic projects. The Senior Quantity Surveyor s key...

Junior Quantity Surveyor Required for NI Fit Out Contractor Your new company Hays Construction are pleased to be working with a growing client who have made their mark on the NI construction industry over the past year. Originating in Co. Tyrone, this firm is enduring a period of growth, securing work with key clients in the healthcare, commercial, retail and residential sectors and earning healthy levels of repeat business. This company can call upon a management team of 25+ years' experience within the Fit-Out industry, across the UK, Ireland and further afield. This company provides expert interior solutions, combining a deep understanding of interior design, joinery and good eye-for-detail to meet and exceed client expectations. This company now seeks the services of a Junior Quantity Surveyor on a freelance basis, with flexibility for both full-time and part-time roles. Your new role You will assist in the commercial management of interior fit out projects from tender...

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will manage the commercial aspects of a 50M Civils and utilities package on a major framework package in Kent. They will work within the commercial team, liaising with all project sections, and report to the Commercial Manager. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong commercial acumen, problem-solving skills, and effective communication. A flexible work approach is welcomed. This is an Immediate start freelance role for 6-12 months and paid PAYE UMBRELLA Hybrid working is available with 2 days per week from home. Previous Main Contractor Experience on civils framework highly desirable Essential experience in NEC 4 option E (option A / B subcontract packages also relevant) Experience in subcontract packages and direct labour management required. Responsibilities include: Managing commercial personnel responsible for contract and subcontract administration, supply chain management, document control, cost control, commercial...

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...