36 freelance quantity surveyor jobs found

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 requirement,...

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. This is a hands‑on role working for a specialist subcontractor delivering internal packages on complex industrial and technical schemes. You’ll work closely with a commercially minded Director and be based mainly on site, managing day‑to‑day commercial activity and ensuring accurate records, measurements and cost control. Scope of Works • Fireboarding • Dry lining and ceilings • Firestopping • Flooring and resin systems • Internal and fire‑rated doors (plus some external doors) • Roller shutters and fire curtains Key Responsibilities • Take‑offs and measurement of materials for ordering • Daily worksheets, record keeping and...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Wakefield – Groundworks - £400 a day (neg) * Immediate Start Available * Closing out final accounts on multiple road and sewer schemes * Office based role with some site visits required (Yorkshire) * £400 a day but this is negotiable dependent upon level of experience * Initial 6 Month Contract * Outside IR35 To apply for this role or for further detail, please contact MBS Recruitment ASAP

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. Key Responsibilities * Commercial management of a £10m industrial unit project * Subcontract procurement and package management * Preparation of valuations, variations, and cost reports * Monitoring project budgets and forecasting * Contract administration under JCT forms of contract * Liaising with site teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders * Supporting the project to ensure delivery within commercial targets Requirements * Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor on industrial or commercial construction...

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

We are currently seeking a Freelance Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join a residential development project based in the Arundel area. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a key role within a well-structured site team on a substantial multi-phase scheme. The Role: * 6-month freelance contract with an immediate start available * Working 4 days per week on site and 1 day from home * Acting as the lead QS on site for this project * Supported by a part-time Assistant Quantity Surveyor (AQS) and a visiting Commercial Manager * Involvement across 2 phases of a residential scheme, totalling approximately 350 units Key Responsibilities: * Managing commercial aspects of the project on site * Cost control, valuations, and reporting * Liaising with site teams and senior commercial staff * Supporting delivery across both phases of the development Requirements: * Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on traditional build residential projects *...

We are currently seeking an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join on a freelance basis for projects across London. Working with established M&E contractors, you will be responsible for managing costs across mechanical and electrical packages, including valuations, variations, cost reporting, and final accounts. Projects will primarily be within the commercial and healthcare sectors. This role offers the opportunity to join a contractor with a strong order book and long-term project pipeline. 💰 Day Rate: £350 – £450+ 📍 Location: London 📅 Duration: Long-term freelance opportunity Ideal candidates will have a proven background in M&E surveying and be confident managing projects independently

Senior Quantity Surveyor: About the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor: Long term freelance opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor in London for a growing commercial fit out contractor. 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 12 months. An opportunity to work with a top fit out contractor with schemes across central London. 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: fit experience Commercial experience

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 Quantity Surveyor – Heavy Civils  Location: York Contract Type: Freelance  Duration: Ongoing  Rate: Dependant on Experience The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a heavy civils scheme based in York. The project primarily involves pipeline installation and manhole construction, forming part of a wider infrastructure programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a QS with strong civils experience to join a well-established team and play a key role in the commercial management of the project. Key Responsibilities Manage and oversee all commercial aspects of the project Measurement and valuation of works (primarily pipelines and manholes) Subcontractor procurement, administration, and payments Preparation of applications for payment and final accounts Cost forecasting, reporting, and budget control Identification and management of variations and change events Liaising with site teams, engineers, and project...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Heavy Civils  Location: York Contract Type: Freelance  Duration: Ongoing  Rate: Dependant on Experience The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a heavy civils scheme based in York. The project primarily involves pipeline installation and manhole construction, forming part of a wider infrastructure programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a QS with strong civils experience to join a well-established team and play a key role in the commercial management of the project. Key Responsibilities Manage and oversee all commercial aspects of the project Measurement and valuation of works (primarily pipelines and manholes) Subcontractor procurement, administration, and payments Preparation of applications for payment and final accounts Cost forecasting, reporting, and budget control Identification and management of variations and change events Liaising with site teams, engineers, and project...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Heavy Civils  Location: York Contract Type: Freelance  Duration: Ongoing  Rate: Dependant on Experience The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a heavy civils scheme based in York. The project primarily involves pipeline installation and manhole construction, forming part of a wider infrastructure programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a QS with strong civils experience to join a well-established team and play a key role in the commercial management of the project. Key Responsibilities Manage and oversee all commercial aspects of the project Measurement and valuation of works (primarily pipelines and manholes) Subcontractor procurement, administration, and payments Preparation of applications for payment and final accounts Cost forecasting, reporting, and budget control Identification and management of variations and change events Liaising with site teams, engineers, and project...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor (Main Contracting) – Remote / Brighton and London based Projects We are currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a consultancy working with 2–3 established Main Contractors on an ongoing basis. This is a long-term freelance opportunity offering full time freelance engagement, with work primarily carried out remotely while supporting projects for businesses based in Brighton and the South East. Candidates seeking 4 days per week would also work. Role Overview: The successful Quantity Surveyor will provide commercial support across multiple live projects, working closely with Main Contractors through our client. Key Responsibilities: * Managing project costs and commercial reporting * Preparing and reviewing valuations, variations, and final accounts * Subcontractor procurement and account management * Cost forecasting and budget control * Contract administration and...

We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of major infrastructure and environmental projects across a long-term public sector framework. This opportunity would suit a commercially driven QS with strong civil engineering experience and a proven background working within NEC contracts. Key Responsibilities Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments Preparing applications for payment and commercial reporting Cost forecasting and budget control Managing compensation events and change control processes Identifying commercial risks and opportunities Supporting project delivery teams with commercial advice Preparing and agreeing final accounts Maintaining accurate records and contractual documentation Requirements Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure projects Strong NEC3 / NEC4 contract knowledge Experience working on framework or public sector projects preferred...

We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of major infrastructure and environmental projects across a long-term public sector framework. This opportunity would suit a commercially driven QS with strong civil engineering experience and a proven background working within NEC contracts. Key Responsibilities Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments Preparing applications for payment and commercial reporting Cost forecasting and budget control Managing compensation events and change control processes Identifying commercial risks and opportunities Supporting project delivery teams with commercial advice Preparing and agreeing final accounts Maintaining accurate records and contractual documentation Requirements Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure projects Strong NEC3 / NEC4 contract knowledge Experience working on framework or public sector projects preferred...

We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of major infrastructure and environmental projects across a long-term public sector framework. This opportunity would suit a commercially driven QS with strong civil engineering experience and a proven background working within NEC contracts. Key Responsibilities Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments Preparing applications for payment and commercial reporting Cost forecasting and budget control Managing compensation events and change control processes Identifying commercial risks and opportunities Supporting project delivery teams with commercial advice Preparing and agreeing final accounts Maintaining accurate records and contractual documentation Requirements Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure projects Strong NEC3 / NEC4 contract knowledge Experience working on framework or public sector projects preferred...

The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading specialist construction and infrastructure contractor delivering complex industrial, commercial, and technically demanding projects across the UK. The business has a strong reputation for delivering large-scale construction, fit out, infrastructure, and specialist engineering schemes within highly regulated environments. Their work spans major industrial facilities, energy projects, critical infrastructure, and technically challenging commercial developments. This role offers the opportunity to work on a major infrastructure scheme within one of the UK’s most significant engineering and construction programmes. The Role We are seeking a commercially strong Senior Quantity Surveyor with a solid construction background to procure and manage the internal fit-out supply chain across four technically complex buildings under an NEC3 TSC Option C contract. The fit-out package, valued at...

Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking for your next contract position?   Have you previously worked on M&E or building services infrastructure projects?   Location: Remote (UK-wide) Contract length: Ongoing / Project-by-Project Assignments Rate: DOE (Inside or Outside Ir35)   I am currently working with a leading infrastructure and engineering client who is building a pipeline of experienced freelance M&E Quantity Surveyors ahead of increased project demand forecast for 2026.   This is not a single live vacancy. Instead, it is an opportunity for you to be considered for ongoing freelance assignments on a project-by-project basis as requirements arise. All work is fully remote, offering flexibility across the UK.   As Quantity Surveyor, you will:   ·Carry out detailed measurement work across mechanical and electrical (M&E) building services and infrastructure projects ·Work in line with standard M&E measurement principles and methods (e.g. SMM / NRM...

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Freelance – New build residential This leading residential main contractor has an immediate requirement for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on freelance basis for an initial contract of 6-9 months managing subcontractor accounts. The project is a new build apartment project in Surrey near to J12 of the M25 not far from Heathrow. Having started earlier this year, it is well into construction, and you will join to manage subcontractor accounts. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have a recognised UK Construction qualification and contracting residential experience for leading companies. If you have the relevant experience, and would like to apply for this Senior Quantity Surveyor job in Surrey or wish to have a confidential chat about other potential opportunities, then please feel free to contact Lee Kidd on (phone number removed) O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Super Prime Residential - Freelance contract This well-established high end residential contractor is used to working with many high-net-worth individuals throughout the UK and has an immediate requirement for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on a freelance basis and start immediately. The project has a tender value of over £10m and is a new build property in a prime location in Oxfordshire. You will as Senior Quantity Surveyor, start before the project commences and be based initially in the office in lead into the start on site. For this Senior Quantity Surveyor position, you will have experience of working on super prime residential projects and unique luxury properties with stonework and high-class joinery finishing. You will have a Quantity Surveying qualification to degree level and will have completed projects from inception to completion and be able to demonstrate this with examples. If you would like to find out more about this Senior...