17 freelance quantity surveyor jobs found

We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a major industrial warehouse development. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic project team and play a key role in the commercial management of a significant logistics and industrial scheme. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project costs, subcontractor packages, valuations, and commercial reporting, ensuring the project is delivered within budget and to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Manage the commercial aspects of the project from procurement through to final account. Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontractor packages and appointments. Monitor project costs and provide accurate forecasting and reporting. Assess and process subcontractor applications, payments, and variations. Prepare client valuations and manage the payment process. Identify commercial risks and opportunities and provide mitigation strategies. Manage change...

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 | Residential New Build | Welwyn Garden City | Freelance | ASAP Start I'm working directly with a residential contractor who are looking to appoint a freelance Quantity Surveyor for a major residential development in Welwyn Garden City. This is an immediate requirement on a live £24m scheme. They already have a Commercial Manager in place and are looking for someone capable of coming in, getting up to speed quickly and taking ownership of the day-to-day commercial duties. The Role • Working on a £24m residential development comprising approximately 100 units across two residential blocks • Reporting into the Commercial Manager • Managing valuations, variations, subcontractor accounts and commercial reporting • Identifying and maximising commercial opportunities across the project • Supporting cost control and financial performance through to project completion • Site-based role with close involvement in project delivery • Immediate start available What they're...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor / Estimator Leading Drylining & Interior Fit-Out Contractor Location: Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Start Date: July 2026 Duration: Ongoing Freelance Contract Rate: Competitive Day Rate (DOE) About Us We are a leading drylining and interior fit-out contractor delivering high-quality projects across the commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and mixed-use sectors throughout the UK. Due to a growing workload and a strong pipeline of secured projects, we are looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to support our commercial and pre-construction teams on an ongoing basis. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of projects, providing support from tender stage through to final account. The Role Based from our Bromsgrove office, with flexibility for some remote working, you will be responsible for both estimating and quantity surveying duties, helping to ensure projects are accurately...

We are actively building a network of experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyors to support a range of upcoming and ongoing civil engineering projects across London and the surrounding areas. We partner with a number of reputable Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors delivering works across sectors including: * Groundworks * RC Frames * Piling * Highways * Rail * Utilities * Infrastructure & public realm With a strong pipeline of work developing, we are keen to connect with commercially astute QS professionals for future assignments. What we’re looking for: * Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within UK civils projects * Strong knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract * Experience managing subcontract packages, valuations, and variations * Ability to produce accurate cost reporting and forecasts * Confident working closely with operational teams and clients * Degree-qualified or equivalent experience preferred Typical contract...

Senior Quantity Surveyor – £15m Leisure project This is a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on a long-term freelance contract on a newly secured project. Your contract will start immediately, and you will initially carry out procurement and assisting in getting the project set up for a start on site in October. For this Senior Quantity Surveyor position, you will work a hybrid role between the office, working remotely and the site. You will be initially based in the office in Maidstone, Kent. The project is a £15m new build health club/leisure centre so it will be advantageous if you have worked on leisure projects or hotels in the past as they hold similarities. Key requirements: You will have progressed to being a Senior Quantity Surveyor and be comfortable with heading up this £15m project. Leisure or Hotel, new build experience will be an advantage. You will have an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work with you, so some managing of trainee level...

Senior Quantity Surveyor – £15m Leisure project This is a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on a long-term freelance contract on a newly secured project. Your contract will start immediately, and you will initially carry out procurement and assisting in getting the project set up for a start on site in October. For this Senior Quantity Surveyor position you will be based in Maidstone, Kent. Then you will split your time between the office, working remotely and the site. The project is a £15m new build health club/leisure centre so it will be advantageous if you have worked on leisure projects or hotels in the past as they hold similarities. Key requirements: You will have progressed to being a Senior Quantity Surveyor and be comfortable with heading up this £15m project. Leisure or Hotel, new build experience. You will have an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work with you, so some managing of trainee level staff is needed. A UK Quantity Surveying...

Senior Quantity Surveyor – £15m Leisure project, Swindon This is a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on a long-term freelance contract on a newly secured project. Your contract will start immediately, and you will initially carry out procurement and assisting in getting the project set up for a start on site in October. For this Senior Quantity Surveyor position, you will work a hybrid role between the office, working remotely and the site near Swindon. The project is a £15m new build health club/leisure centre so it will be advantageous if you have worked on leisure projects or hotels in the past as they hold similarities. Key requirements: You will have progressed to being a Senior Quantity Surveyor and be comfortable with heading up this £15m project. Leisure or Hotel, new build experience. You will have an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work with you, so some managing of trainee level staff is needed. A UK Quantity Surveying qualification is...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor - Warrington Location: Warrington Contract Duration: 6–12 Months (Potential Extension Beyond Initial Term) Project Value: £20m 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 Warrington. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a significant £20m 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 £20m 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...

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 project delivery...

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 accounts. * Supporting the...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor up to £450 a day Ltd Join an Elite Team as a Senior Quantity Surveyor and shape Luxury Living in Mayfair! We are currently resourcing a Freelance role for a seasoned Senior Quantity Surveyor who as a strong background in pricing variations. Due to changes to the original scope of work on the project, affecting design, materials, methods and timelines, the contractor needs an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to plough through a back log of variations in a competent manner and once completed will move over to a more traditional Senior Quantity Surveyor role. 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. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will require: * A formal construction qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or...

Freelance Contracts Manager – Commercial Office Fit-Out Location: Hybrid Working (Home, Office & Site-Based) Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Duration: Ongoing Contract with Potential for Temp-to-Perm Rate: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) - Mileage and accommodation provided when needed The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Freelance Contracts Manager to join a growing and dynamic fit-out contractor specialising in commercial office projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded construction professional looking for a long-term freelance assignment with the potential to transition into a permanent position. The successful candidate will manage multiple projects simultaneously, overseeing schemes ranging from £250k to £5m, with the majority of projects typically sitting around the £500k - £1m mark. This is a role involving a combination of working from home, attending the office, and visiting project sites. Candidates must be able to...

Freelance Site Engineer – Civil Engineering Location: Berwick-upon-Tweed Contract Duration: 6–12 Months Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Rate: Competitive Day Rate (DOE) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join a major civil engineering project based in Berwick-upon-Tweed. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of infrastructure works, including roads, drainage, sewers, and associated civil engineering packages. This is an excellent long-term freelance opportunity with an expected duration of 6–12 months. Key Responsibilities: Setting out and surveying works in accordance with project drawings and specifications. Managing and maintaining accurate site records. Producing and reviewing as-built drawings and survey data. Ensuring works are delivered to the required quality, programme, and safety standards. Coordinating with site management, subcontractors, and project teams. Conducting quality inspections and...

Freelance Site Engineer – Civil Engineering Location: Berwick-upon-Tweed Contract Duration: 6–12 Months Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Rate: Competitive Day Rate (DOE) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join a major civil engineering project based in Berwick-upon-Tweed. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of infrastructure works, including roads, drainage, sewers, and associated civil engineering packages. This is an excellent long-term freelance opportunity with an expected duration of 6–12 months. Key Responsibilities: Setting out and surveying works in accordance with project drawings and specifications. Managing and maintaining accurate site records. Producing and reviewing as-built drawings and survey data. Ensuring works are delivered to the required quality, programme, and safety standards. Coordinating with site management, subcontractors, and project teams. Conducting quality inspections and...

Freelance Site Engineer – Civil Engineering Location: Berwick-upon-Tweed Contract Duration: 6–12 Months Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Rate: Competitive Day Rate (DOE) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join a major civil engineering project based in Berwick-upon-Tweed. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of infrastructure works, including roads, drainage, sewers, and associated civil engineering packages. This is an excellent long-term freelance opportunity with an expected duration of 6–12 months. Key Responsibilities: Setting out and surveying works in accordance with project drawings and specifications. Managing and maintaining accurate site records. Producing and reviewing as-built drawings and survey data. Ensuring works are delivered to the required quality, programme, and safety standards. Coordinating with site management, subcontractors, and project teams. Conducting quality inspections and...

Freelance Site Engineer – Bridgwater £360 Per Day PAYE (Including Holiday Pay) | Contract Until 2029 We are currently recruiting for a Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure project near Bridgwater, supporting the delivery of a large reinforced concrete package on a long-term programme of works. This freelance Site Engineer opportunity offers work currently scheduled through to 2029, providing long-term continuity on one of the UK's largest civil engineering projects. Working as part of an experienced delivery team, the successful Site Engineer will be involved in a range of reinforced concrete and heavy civils activities across a technically challenging section of the scheme. The Project The current phase of works includes: Large in-situ reinforced concrete structures Retaining walls and structural bases Formwork, reinforcement and concrete pours Drainage and infrastructure installations Heavy foundations and structural concrete packages Earthworks and...