72 quantity surveyor jobs found in London

Quantity Surveyor – Major Infrastructure Project Location: Euston, North Acton or West Ruislip Contract Type: Contract Inside IR35 About the Role The role of Quantity Surveyor is responsible for providing accurate and value generating input to projects. The role ensures that all commercial aspects are carried out in accordance with the contract, company policies and procedures, and to the satisfaction of the customer and/or contract leader. This role may work independently or under the direction of a more senior Quantity Surveyor. The QS will be able to demonstrate the ability to function as a member of an integrated team. Key Responsibilities Inputting to the efficient and effective management and issuing of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence Preparation or assessment of applications, valuations, cost/value reconciliation. Cost control and forecasting. Prepare and provide input to monthly reports: value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow and budget....

Experienced Contract Quantity Surveyor who can hit the ground running on a UK infrastructure/rail project. Key requirements: Strong experience with NEC contracts (likely NEC3/NEC4) Background working for a main contractor (not just consultancy side) Proven experience on UK infrastructure or rail projects Solid subcontractor management experience (procurement, payments, variations, etc.) Ability to operate independently with minimal onboarding Working arrangement: Based in London 3 days per week in office, remainder flexible We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Defence Projects (Client Side) Location: London (1/2 day in the office) Type: Permanent or Contract Security Clearance: SC Cleared (Desired) Eligibility: Must hold a British Passport The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a client-side team delivering high-profile defence and secure infrastructure projects across the UK. This is a key role supporting the commercial management of complex programmes, ensuring robust cost control, contract administration, and value delivery across the project lifecycle. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders, providing commercial leadership and ensuring compliance within highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Lead all commercial and cost management activities across defence projects Administer and manage contracts in accordance with NEC3/NEC4 forms of contract Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports Manage...

Quantity Surveyor – Long-Term Freelance Role Location: London/Central (Site and Office) Day Rate: £350-£400 Contract: Long-Term Freelance (High likelihood of ongoing work due to strong pipeline) About the Role A well-established regional contractor is seeking a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support their growing workload. You will be responsible for full commercial control of a new project starting in London. £8m extension and refurbishment to an Education facility starting in February Why This Opportunity Stands Out * Long-term freelance opportunity with a secure flow of upcoming projects * Work with a stable, reputable regional contractor * Opportunity to take a project from start to finish * Supportive environment with strong commercial leadership Key Responsibilities * Assist with commercial management of a new project * Support both post-contract commercial duties * Oversee subcontractor procurement and management * Handle budgeting, cost...

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to make a real impact within a forward‑thinking London council? We’re recruiting a skilled professional to support our Repairs & Maintenance and Capital Works programmes—ensuring high‑quality, cost‑effective delivery for our residents’ homes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team committed to improving housing standards, strengthening commercial control, and driving best value across the borough. Key responsibility's * Manage the commercial delivery of responsive repairs, voids, cyclical maintenance, and capital projects. * Monitor contractor performance, valuations, variations, and final accounts. * Provide accurate cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting. * Ensure contracts comply with statutory, regulatory, and procurement requirements. * Support procurement activity, tender evaluations, and contract mobilisation. * Carry out site visits, cost assessments, and quality checks. *...

Quantity Surveyor – Central London 💰 £50,000 – £90,000 + Package 🏗 Projects up to £50m I’m working with a highly respected main contractor, approaching 70 years in business and widely recognised for delivering complex commercial fit out and refurbishment projects across London. With a strong pipeline of secured work, they’re looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their Central London team. 🔹Commercial fit out & refurbishment experience 🔹 Main contractor background 🔹 Strong commercial & cost management skills 🔹 Ambitious and career-driven You’ll be working on high-quality CAT A & CAT B schemes, structural alterations and cut & carve projects — all within a business known for repeat clients, strong leadership and genuine progression opportunities. Clear progression Structured development Stable, established contractor If you’re open to hearing more, apply here

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor required Our client is a building main contractor based in Central London and entrusted with some of Britain's most prestigious residential and commercial properties. They are carrying out a refurbishment roll our programme of converting old fire stations into high end commercial units and require, on a freelance basis, an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor. The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will have a background and be competent on the day to day commercial issues of an on-going site. Other pre requisites include: * Experienced Quantity Surveyor at running concurrent projects. * Ideally experience within the construction London market * Experience of refurbishment projects. * Formal Quantity Surveyor's qualification. * Strong communication skills. * Commercially and technically competent. * The Senior Quantiy Surveyor will need to live within commuting distance of Central London

Freelance Quantity Surveyor Commercial Refurbishment | £65m Project | West End, London We are seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to join a Tier 1 Main Contractor on a £65m commercial refurbishment project located in the West End of London. The Role * Working on site alongside a Commercial Lead Managing commercial duties across the project lifecycle * Taking ownership of procurement packages * Supporting cost control, valuations, variations, and reporting About You Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor working for Main Contractors Strong refurbishment / cut & carve background preferred Experience on projects £10m+ in value Comfortable managing procurement and subcontract packages Candidates from a developer background will also be considered Contract Details Duration: 6 Months Project Value: £65m Location: West End, London Contract Type: Freelance Limited Company working available Interview slots available this week & start monday available

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor – Commercial Fit Out (Cat A to Cat B) City of London Kenna Recruitment is currently working with a leading Tier 1 contractor to source a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor for a high-profile commercial fit out project in the City of London. This is an exciting opportunity to join a flagship £30m Cat A to Cat B fit out for a blue-chip international banking client, delivering a premium, high-spec workspace, front of house areas, break out rooms, high end board room built with high quality finishes and leading built in technology. The Role Reporting into an experienced Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in the commercial delivery of the project from pre-construction through to final account. Key responsibilities include: * Managing packages from procurement through to final account * Subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and appointment * Cost reporting and forecasting * Valuations, variations, and change control *...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor - On site Central London (Near Old Street) - Immediate start - 8+ months contract - Outside IR35. Tradeline are actively seeking a Quantity Surveyor who is able to complete an 8 month contract based on site near Old Street, Central London. You will be required to carry out a forensic review of the project costings and deliver excellent commercial skills including CVR's and Final Accounts. Reporting into a Commercial Manager and working within a team of 5, you will be involved in delivering an extensive cost management service on the project. The role would suit an experienced Quantity Surveyor who has had experience in build projects, excellent negotiation skills and working within a high pressurised environment. There will also be aspects of troubleshooting, so experience dealing with problematic construction projects would be desirable

Are you a Quantity Surveyor with experience of working on a major UK infrastructure project? Do you have experience of working on NEC forms of contract and demonstrable experience of managing subcontractors? Location: Northwest London Duration: 12 months Rate: DOE IR35: Inside - Umbrella This role offers hybrid working where you will be required on site 3 x days a week and work from home 2 x days. Due to the nature of the role, only candidates with experience of working on a major UK infrastructure project can be considered for this opportunity. Our client is a main contractor delivering heavy civils work on HS2. Due to an increase in work, they require a Quantity Surveyor to work closely with the delivery team on the project. The successful candidate will have to have experience working on NEC forms of contract and subcontractor management. As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for preparation of project forecasting, contract management, cost control whilst...

Mon 23 Mar at 16:14 Quantity Surveyor Required for company who specialize in diamond drilling , Hydraulic bursting and robotic Brokk demolition & concrete cutting , seeking a motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor minium 3 years experience to join the team Full-time, permanent position Paye Competitive salary (based on experience) Opportunity to grow within a fast-expanding company Role & Responsibilities:Managing project costs from initial estimates through to final accounts Preparing and submitting valuations and variations Liaising with clients, subcontractors, and site teams Cost control and financial reporting Procurement of materials and subcontractors Requirements: construction contracts and cost management based in head office North London Brentcross NW4 immediate start

Senior Quantity Surveyor – New Build Residential (Main Contractor) Kenna Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading main contractor to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major mixed-use residential development in North West London Outside IR35. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a scheme from procurement stage, offering circa 3 years of secured work on a high-profile project. The Project * New build residential towers * 180 units – affordable & build-to-rent private apartments * Mixed-use scheme including communal amenity spaces and ground floor commercial units * Gateway approved – ready to progress The Role Reporting into a Commercial Manager, you will take a leading role in the commercial delivery of the project from procurement through to completion. Key responsibilities include: * Managing subcontractor procurement and package buyout * Preparing and managing cost reports and forecasts * Leading valuations, variations, and...

Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Beckton STW Rate: £450 - £500 p/d - Inside IR35 Duration: 12 Months+/ongoing Sector: Water/Wastewater Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a knack for capital delivery frameworks within a Tier 1 Contractor environment? Do you possess a background in claim management, both upstream and downstream? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client, a design & build contractor in the water/wastewater sector, and is seeking a Senior QS to join their dynamic team. You'll be responsible for principal contractor duties on a major AMP8 framework. With a framework stretching until 2030 this is your chance to be at the forefront of ground breaking projects in the water industry. What We Offer: ·Opportunity to manage multiple schemes and projects with a combined value of circa £100m, heavily subcontractor-delivered. ·Supportive environment with a Grad QS to assist on assigned projects. ·Flexibility to work remotely for...

We are working with a specialist subcontractor delivering complex Cut&Carve/structural alteration projects. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically challenging projects involving temporary works, demolition, RC alterations and structural reconfiguration. Key duties include: * Managing costs from pre-construction through to final account * Preparing and agreeing interim valuations and variations * Cost reporting and forecasting * Subcontract procurement and account management * Identifying risks and opportunities across projects * Liaising with clients, main contractors, and site teams Requirements: * 5+ Years Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within cut & carve / structural alterations / demolition / RC works. * Strong knowledge of JCT or NEC contracts * Proven ability to...

Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in NEC contracts and leadership? Have you worked extensively with Network Rail and led junior commercial teams? Rate: £450/day - Umbrella, Inside IR35 Location: Sidcup, Kent (Hybrid - 2-3 days in the office per week; occasional travel to Blackfriars) Duration: 6 months, potential to go permanent   This is an excellent opportunity to join a rail contractor delivering work on the CP7 frameworks, covering reactive, emergency, and civils based rail works. The ideal candidate will have experience working on Network Rail and NEC contracts. Requirements for Senior Quantity Surveyor: ·7+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor ·Significant experience working with Network Rail (essential) ·Strong experience with NEC contracts (Option C & E preferred) ·Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior commercial staff ·Background working for a Tier 1 contractor (strongly preferred) ·Degree in...

Do you enjoy being part of critical construction projects? A leading company in the FM industry is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Surrey to make a meaningful contribution. In this role, you will assist with key cost management tasks and support project managers to meet financial targets, ensuring project success. The Role As the Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you’ll: Support day-to-day activities of the Quantity Surveyor on various projects. Collaborate with Project Managers on building cost estimations and financial planning. Gather and analyse quotations from subcontractors to create budgets. Assist in preparing and submitting cost-related documentation to maintain project compliance. You To be successful in the role of Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you’ll bring: Relevant experience or knowledge of quantity surveying and cost management. Familiarity with NEC4 contract forms. Strong analytical skills to evaluate costings and contractor quotes. Effective...

Quantity Surveyor Required We are an ever-growing Groundworks contractor based in Dunstable, Bedfordshire (LU1), seeking a motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team. What we offer: • Full-time, permanent position • Competitive salary (based on experience) • On-site parking available • Opportunity to grow within a fast-expanding company Role & Responsibilities: • Managing project costs from initial estimates through to final accounts • Preparing and submitting valuations and variations • Liaising with clients, subcontractors, and site teams • Cost control and financial reporting • Procurement of materials and subcontractors Requirements: • Previous experience in groundworks or civil engineering (preferred) • Strong understanding of construction contracts and cost management • Excellent communication and negotiation skills • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

About the company: We are working on behalf of a reputable contractor specialising in fit out, refurbishment, new builds and MEP installations. Being in business for almost 50 years the company turns over circa £150m annually, with typical projects ranging from £100k - £120m. About the role: The company is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The successful candidate will be working with the commercial team working on the project from pre-construction to handover. If you have fit-out experience and are keen to progress your career within an exciting company, apply here. Responsibilities: Manging the procurement and sub-contractors Where applicable, assist the Senior Quantity Surveyor in tackling key, commercial, progress or contractual issues with either the Client or Suppliers Play a role in reconciling cost/value reports and profit forecasts Work with the Commercial Team in securing maximum sustainable value from contracts, and in settling subcontracts at a...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a M&E Quantity Surveyor with building service experience on a 12 months contract for its site in Essex for an start in April 2026. Key skills Manage contract administration and procurement processes across Mechanical, Electrical, and wider Building Services (MEP) packages, ensuring effective coordination with general construction works. Undertake cost planning, monitoring, and reporting throughout the full project lifecycle, with an integrated approach that considers both MEP and associated building/structural elements. Negotiate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers across both M&E and general construction disciplines to secure best value and commercially robust outcomes. Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts, including the assessment and settlement of variations, claims, and contractual disputes across multi-disciplinary packages. Demonstrate a strong...