35 senior quantity surveyor jobs found

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...

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Housebuilding Long-Term large housing proejct - end 2029 We’re looking for a sharp, proactive QS to lead the commercial and surveying responsibilities for a large-scale sites, ensuring cost control, managing budgets, and driving value engineering. This is an exciting, fast-paced role at the heart of our operations, where you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality homes at the best possible cost. As part of our Commercial team (Estimators, Quantity Surveyors, and Material Buyers), you’ll be responsible for managing costs across multiple sites (200+ units), preparing tenders, controlling budgets, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. You’ll work closely with sub-contractors, manage procurement processes, and support your team with training and mentorship. Key Responsibilities: * Control cost procedures, manage budgets, and ensure valuations are accurate and up-to-date. * Lead value engineering to ensure projects...

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Freelance to Permanent Opportunity Rate: £400 per day Location: Enfield, North London Sector: Enabling Works Ridgeway & Co are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major enabling works project in Enfield. This position requires an individual capable of taking full ownership of the commercial function, running the project independently and working closely with both operational teams and the client. There is a genuine opportunity for the successful candidate to transition into a permanent role as further projects are secured. Key Responsibilities * Full commercial management of the project * Managing valuations, variations and final accounts * Producing cost reports, budgets and forecasts * Managing subcontractor procurement and accounts * Contract administration and risk management * Liaising directly with clients and senior stakeholders * Supporting operational teams with commercial...

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...

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...

Quantity Surveyor Location: Harwell, Oxfordshire (with travel across the Thames Valley region) Contract: Initial 6-month temporary assignment with strong likelihood of extension Sector: Water Infrastructure / Civil Engineering We are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK infrastructure delivery organisation for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing commercial team delivering a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater projects across the Thames Valley region. Work will be focused on a range of projects for the AMP7 programme, from smaller capital maintenance works through to significant civil engineering and new-build projects. Working from the Harwell office as part of a collaborative and well-established delivery team, you will support the commercial management of multiple projects across the programme. Reporting to a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will ensure that commercial activities are undertaken in accordance with contractual obligations, internal procedures...

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 Intern (Year Industry Placement) About Ferrovial Construction UK&I Ferrovial Construction is the UK based engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested. We have a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years’ experience. It is a Spanish multinational company operating through 4 divisions; Airports, Highways, Construction and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial are committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions, with the aim to create value for society, and for clients, investors and employees. We design and construct some of the UK and Ireland’s most high-profile transport infrastructure projects. We have the strength and depth to deliver complex major projects in-house, drawing on international expertise and full asset lifecycle capability. We provide our clients with cost-effective, value-added solutions and design and build...

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...

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...

We're currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Engineer to start working on an RC Frame project based. Must have experience in running the front end of projects, good communication skills with a strong background in RC Frame is essential. Responsibilities include: * Overseeing all engineering aspects on the site * Overseeing building work * Undertaking surveys * Checking technical designs and drawings to ensure that they are followed correctly * Ensuring project packages meet agreed specifications, budgets and/or timescales * Liaising with clients, subcontractors and other professional staff, especially quantity surveyors and the overall project manager * Providing technical advice and solving problems on site * Preparing site reports and filling in other paperwork * Liaising with quantity surveyors about the ordering and the pricing of materials * Ensuring that health and safety and sustainability policies and legislation are adhered 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...

Commercial Property Surveyor Part time Staffordshire Competitive £ Sellick Partnership are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Property Surveyor to manage the Council's property portfolio ensuring that it remains compliant with relevant legislation. Key Responsibilities of the Commercial Property Surveyor: Oversee compliance across a varied estate, ensuring statutory duties, inspections and reporting requirements are fully met. Support capital projects by providing technical input into refurbishment, redevelopment and wider improvement schemes. Identify opportunities to maximise income, reduce expenditure and enhance overall asset performance. Prepare technical documentation including cost estimates, specifications, tender information and budget forecasts for planned works. Monitor contractor performance to ensure quality delivery, value for money and full adherence to health and safety standards. Provide professional advice and coordinate with external consultants to...