42 senior quantity surveyor jobs found

Quantity Surveyors needed. Temp to Perm or Permanent oppotunities I'll cut to the chase: Are you or any Senior Surveyors you might know currently looking for a new opportunity within the residential new build market ? If so, we have a couple of opportunities in the residential sector for Surveyors. Our client is a national house builder building across Sussex and Surrey. They are restructuring and looking for a couple more QS's to join the team. Ideally candidates will have some experience within residential new build and will have the ability to cover 2- 4 sites within the patch with one day in the office per week / every other week depending on the individual. They are very competitive regarding salary and package and are happy to look at candidates looking for freelance or permanent options. For more information feel free to contact Nick , or drop me an email and CV for review

Commercial Lead (Senior QS) | Surrey/Sussex Projects Location: Surrey/Sussex Duration: 12-Month Initial Contract (High potential for long-term extension) The Opportunity We are seeking a seasoned Commercial Lead / Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage a thriving portfolio of residential developments across Surrey/Sussex. This is a critical role for a "player-coach" who can balance the commercial health of a live site with the strategic demands of a busy tendering desk. Unlike "stop-gap" roles, we are looking for a commercial professional who values stability and project ownership. You will be joining a team with a significant pipeline in these projects, offering the chance to see major schemes through from tender to final account. Core Responsibilities Tier 1 Commercial Leadership: Full accountability for project profitability, managing monthly CVRs, and ensuring robust financial control on a high-volume live project. Pre-Construction & Strategy: Lead the tendering scheme...

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference through your expertise in quantity surveying? A leading business in the Commercial industry is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor based at a prestigious location in Central London. This contract role will allow you to contribute to high-stakes projects and enhance your professional skills on-site. The Role As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll: Manage day-to-day operations at the site, ensuring quality and efficiency. Oversee sub-contractors and ensure compliance with contracts and project standards. Review and assess Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) for accuracy and project viability. Manage JCT and NEC3 contracts for various schemes. Deliver projects within budget and contribute to cost control measures. You   To be successful in the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll have the following skills and experience: Strong experience in quantity surveying, particularly with JCT and NEC3 contracts. Proven...

Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience of working on major rail programme required for a long term contract opportunity in London. This position will see you work in an alliance environment where you will be supporting a major rail systems programme. You will focus on cost management and commercial delivery across various packages within the rail industry, ensuring robust cost control, change management, and contract compliance. Key Responsibilities: Conduct cost forecasting and prepare monthly reports Manage valuations, variations, and subcontract agreements Produce detailed bills of quantities and verify costs Provide support for dispute resolution and commercial risk management Job Requirements: Significant experience in quantity surveying, particularly within the rail sector Strong understanding of cost control and change management processes Proficiency in contract compliance and commercial delivery Excellent skills in cost forecasting and budget management Ability to...

Project / Senior Quantity Surveyor - Central London Location: Central London Contract Rate: £400-£500 per day (Freelance / Long-Term Contract) Salary: £75,(Apply online only)-£100,(Apply online only) + package (Permanent) Benefits: Car allowance, bonus, healthcare, pension Employment: Permanent / Freelance / Long-Term Contract Start: ASAP ________________________________________ The Opportunity A well-established contractor-developer is seeking an experienced Project or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a variety of fit-out and refurbishment projects across commercial, prime residential, leisure, and hospitality sectors in Central London. Projects range in value from £5-25m, offering excellent exposure to complex schemes and the full project lifecycle. The client is open to candidates joining on a permanent, contract, or long-term freelance basis. This role is ideal for a strong Project QS looking to take the next step in their career or a Senior...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor - Transmission & Distribution Location: Scotland, Glasgow Contract: Freelance / Contract Contract Type: NEC Overview We are currently supporting a major infrastructure programme within the Scottish power and utilities market and are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of large-scale Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects across Scotland. This role sits within a long-term framework delivering critical national energy infrastructure and requires a commercially strong SQS with proven NEC experience. Key Responsibilities Full post-contract commercial management of T&D and power infrastructure works Administration and management of NEC contracts, including compensation events and change control Cost control, forecasting and commercial reporting (CVRs) Subcontract procurement, account management, valuations and final accounts Managing variations, claims and commercial negotiations Working...

Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) - Freelance Are you a commercially confident Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong NEC contract experience? This is a high-profile, long term freelance opportunity with a leading civil engineering contractor. We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) to work on a key civil engineering project near Ipswich. You will play a senior commercial role, ensuring strong governance and contract management on projects ranging from utilities to road construction.   ·Rate: £500/day ·Location: Ipswich Area ·Long term contract   Responsibilities/Experience: oCommercial and contractual management under NEC3 contracts (Essential) oCivils Background (Essential) oSupporting AC&E requirements (very important)   Benefits: Immediate start, long term freelance work and involvement in a variety of civil engineering projects If you're ready to take your Senior Quantity Surveyor career to the next level and join a team for the long haul, Apply Now...

Project / Senior Quantity Surveyor - Central London Location: Central London Contract Rate: £400-£500 per day (Freelance / Long-Term Contract) Salary: £75,(Apply online only)-£100,(Apply online only) + package (Permanent) Benefits: Car allowance, bonus, healthcare, pension Employment: Permanent / Freelance / Long-Term Contract Start: ASAP ________________________________________ The Opportunity A well-established contractor-developer is seeking an experienced Project or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a variety of fit-out and refurbishment projects across commercial, prime residential, leisure, and hospitality sectors in Central London. Projects range in value from £5-25m, offering excellent exposure to complex schemes and the full project lifecycle. The client is open to candidates joining on a permanent, contract, or long-term freelance basis. This role is ideal for a strong Project QS looking to take the next step in their career or a Senior...

Project / Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor - Central London Location: Central London Contract Rate: £400-£500 per day (Freelance / Long-Term Contract) Salary: £75,(Apply online only)-£100,(Apply online only) + package (Permanent) Benefits: Car allowance, bonus, healthcare, pension Employment: Permanent / Freelance / Long-Term Contract Start: ASAP The Opportunity A well-established contractor-developer is seeking an experienced Project or Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a variety of high-profile projects across commercial, prime residential, leisure, and hospitality sectors in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large, complex developments, with exposure to the full project lifecycle. Our client is open to candidates joining on a permanent, contract, or long-term freelance basis. This role is ideal for a strong Project QS looking to take the next step in their career or a Senior QS keen to join a growing team and...

Job Description Project / Senior Quantity Surveyor - Mixed-Use Development Location: Central North London Contract Rate: £400-£550 per day (Freelance / Long-Term Contract) Salary: £85,(Apply online only)-£95,(Apply online only) + package (Permanent) Benefits: Car allowance, bonus, healthcare, pension Employment: Permanent / Freelance / Long-Term Contract Start: ASAP ________________________________________ The Opportunity A leading developer-contractor is seeking an experienced Project or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a flagship mixed-use scheme in Central North London. The project comprises 600 residential units and commercial office space and is currently in the early stages of construction. Our client is open to candidates joining on either a contract or permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Project QS looking to take the next step in their career or a Senior QS keen to join a growing team and gain experience on a...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Stockton  Overview: Currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our leading engineering client's project delivery team on a 12 month + contract basis. To provide contract management expertise in contracting (including sub-contracting) activities at a high level of knowledge, experience and expertise, in accordance with the Project Execution Plan (PEP) for contracting activities on a Project and compliance with our client and (where relevant) Customer Business Management Systems for supply chain activities. In addition, the candidate will have experience of the management of the entire procurement process (i.e. throughout the pre- and post-award periods) for, amongst other things, high value and/or complex engineering construction works. Responsibilities: PRINCIPAL DUTIES Provides contract management and quantity surveying expertise to the allocated project(s)-Works Packages – specifically...

Our client, a top Civil Engineering Contractor in the UK has the need for a freelance Senior QS for their HS2 works in Aylesbury with specific projects including Roads, Structures, Earthworks and Drainage Upgrades. Based from site offices, you will be responsible for Issuing Payments, Allocation Sheets, Compensation Events and other Senior QS duties. To be considered you will ideally have HS2 exposure and solid all round Civil Engineering experience. Top day rate on offer and an immediate start with 6 months + contract. This is an urgent need so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information

Our client, a top Civil Engineering Contractor in the UK has the need for a freelance Senior QS for their HS2 works in Aylesbury with specific projects including Roads, Structures, Earthworks and Drainage Upgrades. Based from site offices, you will be responsible for Issuing Payments, Allocation Sheets, Compensation Events and other Senior QS duties. To be considered you will ideally have HS2 exposure and solid all round Civil Engineering experience. Top day rate on offer and an immediate start with 6 months + contract. This is an urgent need so if interested, please submit your CV or call me on (phone number removed)

A new client to Sphere, are looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor with immediate effect. The successful candidate will be based across a large new build major project in Bristol. The end product will consist of a landscaped campus and European headquarters. Your new company are an established Civil Engineering business, that have specialised in Roads, Bridges, Sporting Facilities, Airfields, Public Realm, and Infrastructure schemes for over 20 years. My client are looking for a Civils bias Surveyor, capable of assisting with the Commercial elements of a £55M package. It will include Earthworks, Enabling Works, a Loop Road, 278 Works, Structures, Drainage, Services, and Cut & Fill. Relevant Degree level Qualifications and a proven experience within this sector would be required. My client are also offering hybrid working between site and home, to be agreed based on project requirements. For further information or to express your interest in this position, please...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Freelance   Are you a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong NEC contract knowledge and experience managing multiple live schemes at once? Looking for a long-term freelance opportunity with flexibility and autonomy? A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Consultant Senior Quantity Surveyor to support its Northern Region, based in the East Midlands.   This role will be primarily focused around Nottingham / Derby, operating on a hybrid basis between live sites, the Chesterfield office, and home working.   You'll be joining a busy regional team delivering multiple concurrent schemes, requiring strong commercial control, proactive contract management, and confident stakeholder engagement.   Key Details: ·Contract Length: Minimum 12 months ·Location: East Midlands (Nottingham / Derby) ·Working Pattern: Hybrid - site, Chesterfield office & home ·Engagement: Ltd / Umbrella PAYE / CIS   This position offers the...

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Infrastructure Project (Reservoir Works) An experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor is required to support a major UK civil engineering contractor delivering critical infrastructure works at a live reservoir project in the North West. This is a high-profile scheme involving complex earthworks, dam safety improvements and long-term asset protection, delivered by one of the UK’s leading Tier 1 infrastructure contractors with a strong track record across water, highways and energy frameworks. The Role You will take commercial responsibility for a key workstream on site, working closely with project and delivery teams to ensure robust cost control and contractual compliance. Key responsibilities include: * Commercial management of NEC3 contracts * Procurement and management of subcontractors * Change control, compensation events and forecasting * Cost reporting, valuations and final accounts * Supporting risk...

MEP Quantity Surveyor (Contract) Location: Woking Project: Laboratory Duration: 12-month contract Start: ASAP Rate: £400 – £480 per day (dependent on experience and relevant project history) Overview We are seeking an experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a technically complex laboratory project in Woking. This is a long-term contract opportunity working with an established project team on a high-value scheme. Key Responsibilities Full commercial management of mechanical and electrical packages from pre-construction through to project completion Cost planning, forecasting, and regular commercial reporting Managing variations, change control, and valuations Preparation and agreement of interim applications and final accounts Subcontractor procurement and commercial management Working closely with project managers, engineers, and client-side teams Ensuring commercial compliance in a highly regulated environment Requirements Proven experience...

Project / Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor - Central London Location: Central London Contract Rate: £400-£500 per day (Freelance / Long-Term Contract) Salary: £75,(Apply online only)-£100,(Apply online only) + package (Permanent) Benefits: Car allowance, bonus, healthcare, pension Employment: Permanent / Freelance / Long-Term Contract Start: ASAP The Opportunity A well-established contractor-developer is seeking an experienced Project or Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a variety of high-profile projects across commercial, prime residential, leisure, and hospitality sectors in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large, complex developments, with exposure to the full project lifecycle. Our client is open to candidates joining on a permanent, contract, or long-term freelance basis. This role is ideal for a strong Project QS looking to take the next step in their career or a Senior QS keen to join a growing team and...

Job Description Project / Senior Quantity Surveyor - Mixed-Use Development Location: Central North London Contract Rate: £400-£550 per day (Freelance / Long-Term Contract) Salary: £85,(Apply online only)-£95,(Apply online only) + package (Permanent) Benefits: Car allowance, bonus, healthcare, pension Employment: Permanent / Freelance / Long-Term Contract Start: ASAP ________________________________________ The Opportunity A leading developer-contractor is seeking an experienced Project or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a flagship mixed-use scheme in Central North London. The project comprises 600 residential units and commercial office space and is currently in the early stages of construction. Our client is open to candidates joining on either a contract or permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Project QS looking to take the next step in their career or a Senior QS keen to join a growing team and gain experience on a...

Freelance Senior QS/Commercial Manager - Special Projects Division - London I have an urgent requirement for a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager to run multiple (2-5) projects from c.£1m-£5m from preconstruction (cost planning, estimating and pricing) through the construction process and to close out. The projects are varied - primarily fit out but also including minor infrastructure, refurb / build, decarbonisation and M&E etc. The role will involve preconstruction and procuring and managing principal / main contractors, so is a hybrid contractor / client side opportunity, which will suit an individual who has strong experience both pre and post-contract, preferably on fit out and / or refurb projects under £5m. Contract duration will be a minimum of a year / ongoing freelance, with the potential for temp-to-perm as required. The role is multi-site across two locations in London with one day a week working from home. To apply, or for more info, please...