30 lead quantity surveyor jobs found

Lead Quantity Surveyor Contract Length: Initial 6 months (possible extension) Location: UK Wide / Hybrid Working - projects in St Fergus - willingness to travel Pay Rate: £500 per day via Umbrella Inside IR35 We're supporting a leading organisation within the UK energy and infrastructure sector in the search for an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile portfolio of capital projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior commercial professional who thrives in a strategic, advisory role. Rather than being tied to a single project, you'll provide commercial leadership and support across multiple live projects, acting as the go-to escalation point for Quantity Surveyors and project teams. With projects spanning various stages of development, from FEED and design through to construction delivery, you'll have the opportunity to influence major investment programmes and play a key role in commercial decision-making. Key Responsibilities As Lead Quantity...

Lead Quantity Surveyor Contract Length: Initial 6 months (possible extension) Location: UK Wide / Hybrid Working - projects in St Fergus - willingness to travel Pay Rate: £500 per day via Umbrella Inside IR35 We're supporting a leading organisation within the UK energy and infrastructure sector in the search for an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile portfolio of capital projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior commercial professional who thrives in a strategic, advisory role. Rather than being tied to a single project, you'll provide commercial leadership and support across multiple live projects, acting as the go-to escalation point for Quantity Surveyors and project teams. With projects spanning various stages of development, from FEED and design through to construction delivery, you'll have the opportunity to influence major investment programmes and play a key role in commercial decision-making. Key Responsibilities As Lead Quantity...

Lead Quantity Surveyor Contract Length: Initial 6 months (possible extension) Location: UK Wide / Hybrid Working - projects in St Fergus - willingness to travel Pay Rate: £500 per day via Umbrella Inside IR35 We're supporting a leading organisation within the UK energy and infrastructure sector in the search for an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile portfolio of capital projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior commercial professional who thrives in a strategic, advisory role. Rather than being tied to a single project, you'll provide commercial leadership and support across multiple live projects, acting as the go-to escalation point for Quantity Surveyors and project teams. With projects spanning various stages of development, from FEED and design through to construction delivery, you'll have the opportunity to influence major investment programmes and play a key role in commercial decision-making. Key Responsibilities As Lead Quantity...

QS Outside IR35 This role provides an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible impact on the UK's infrastructure network while engaging in flexible hybrid working. With a focus on delivering high-quality commercial management, you will work on a prominent project offered on an Outside IR35 basis, receiving a competitive day rate. If you are a forward thinking, detail oriented Quantity Surveyor eager to contribute to major civil engineering works, thrive in a dynamic environment, and enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders within the construction sector, this long-term opportunity is a perfect fit. Responsibilities As part of the commercial team, the Quantity Surveyor will: * Administer NEC3 contracts, ensuring full compliance throughout the project lifecycle. * Manage commercial activities from project commencement through to final account. * Lead and oversee the Compensation Event process, including timely submission, assessment, negotiation, and resolution....

The Opportunity: Our client is seeking an experienced Property Surveyor to play a key role in maintaining and improving residential housing stock. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong surveyor who enjoys leading a team while remaining hands-on with complex surveying and property maintenance challenges. You will manage a small team of surveyors (5), providing expert guidance on challenging repairs, structural issues, damp and mould cases, insurance-related works, and major defects. Working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, and residents, you will help ensure homes remain safe, compliant, and maintained to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of surveyors, providing technical support and professional guidance. Diagnose and resolve complex building defects, repairs, and maintenance issues. Oversee investigations into damp and mould cases, structural concerns, insurance works, and specialist repairs. Apply building...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Norwich Salary: £350-£450 per day An established modular construction business is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor or aspiring Commercial Manager to support the commercial delivery of a circa £25 million infrastructure-related development in the Norfolk region. The role will play a key part in managing commercial performance across welfare, office and accommodation facilities, with regular site attendance required. This position would suit an experienced Quantity Surveyor with NEC contract knowledge who is ready to lead commercial activities and support the management of a wider quantity surveying function. Key Responsibilities: Manage the commercial aspects of a £25 million construction project Oversee subcontractor procurement and commercial administration Monitor project costs, budgets and financial performance Administer NEC contractual requirements Lead or support a quantity surveying team Prepare valuations, variations and...

Managing Quantity Surveyor North Hykeham, Lincoln | Site-Based | Up to £630 per day (Inside IR35) | 6-Month Contract (Potential to Extend/Permanent) We're looking for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team, supporting the Structural team on one of Lincolnshire's largest highways infrastructure projects. This is your opportunity to take ownership of the commercial delivery of a £5m roundabout package, forming part of an 8km bypass that will complete the Lincoln ring road. The Opportunity You'll play a key role in the commercial success of a major highways scheme, leading on a critical work package while providing support and guidance across the wider structures team. The project is entering a crucial phase, with pricing being refreshed following design developments, so we're looking for someone with strong NEC expertise who can confidently manage change and deliver commercial value. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial delivery of the £5m...

Managing Quantity Surveyor- Major Highways Location: Fully Site Based, Lincoln Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract - Likely to Extend Rate: £630 per day Umbrella Hours: 45 hours per week - Monday to Friday About the Role We are recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 highways contractor seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to support a major highways and structures package. The immediate focus will be assessing design-led price changes, managing a significant compensation event and leading commercial engagement with National Highways. You will also manage the existing commercial team and support the project through the target price process. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management of a major highways and structures package. Assess the impact of design changes and complete a detailed price refresh. Manage a significant compensation event under NEC Option C. Lead commercial engagement and negotiations with National Highways. Present and substantiate...

Managing Quantity Surveyor (MQS) NEC | Major Highways Project | £630 per day Are you a Freelance Managing Quantity Surveyor (MQS) with strong NEC experience looking for your next major infrastructure project? If you're an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor who thrives on solving complex commercial challenges and leading high-value contractual negotiations, this could be the contract you've been waiting for. We're recruiting for a Freelance Managing QS to join a significant highways infrastructure scheme. From day one, you'll play a pivotal role in managing a major compensation event while supporting the commercial delivery of large bridge and structures packages. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor looking for a long-term freelance contract. The Role As the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you'll be based full-time on site (Monday-Friday), taking ownership of one of the project's most commercially significant workstreams. Your...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Northampton The Senior Quantity Surveyor will support the Project Director in delivering a new build student accommodation (£20m mainly Pre-Fabrication project with some traditional on site works already underway), ensuring effective cost control, procurement strategy, and commercial management across all stages of the project lifecycle. Senior Quantity Surveyors key responsibilities Commercial & Cost Management • Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and forecasts • Undertake cost reporting with clear variance analysis • Manage cash flow forecasting and cost value reconciliation (CVR) as required • Track and control project expenditure against approved budgets Procurement • Lead the procurement of subcontract packages from pre-tender to award • Prepare tender documentation, pricing schedules, and scopes of work • Analyse tenders and make commercial recommendations • Negotiate terms with subcontractors and...

C.Neo Ltd are working with a national Construction Tier 1 Main Contractor to recruit and experienced Quantity Surveyor with the experience of Multi faceted construction new builds and refurbishments including fit outs and M&E packages within the commercial & industrial sector in Portsmouth, Hampshire. Duties of the Quantity Surveyor are as follws: * Manage the daily commercial operations of the relevant contracts * Support the Commercial Directors in negotiating future contracts * Draft complex subcontract arrangements, including professional services agreements and appropriate terms of engagement * Liaise with all parties to ensure a clear understanding of contract terms, particularly financial aspects * Lead weekly commercial team meetings, oversee contract administration, and assign tasks to commercial staff * Coach and mentor commercial staff on best practices in contract management and day-to-day commercial activities * Promote and develop commercial...

Quantity Surveyor (18‑Month FTC) Leeds £50,000-£65,000 + Package We're supporting a growing contractor and housebuilder with an established development arm, delivering high‑quality residential and mixed‑tenure schemes across the region. Under new ownership and guided by an experienced senior leadership team, the business is entering a new phase of growth with a strong pipeline of housing and future medium‑ to large‑scale developments. To support a major live scheme in Leeds, we're looking for a Quantity Surveyor who can take clear commercial ownership, bring structure, and support confident decision‑making across cost, contracts and subcontract management. This is an 18‑month fixed‑term contract with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent, offering the chance to step into a key role on a high‑profile project and make a meaningful impact from day one. You'll operate as a core commercial lead on the project - managing budgets, valuations, variations, procurement and...

Senior Quantity Surveyor (18‑Month FTC) Leeds £70,000-£80,000 + Package We're supporting a growing contractor and housebuilder with an established development arm, delivering high‑quality residential and mixed‑tenure schemes across the region. Under new ownership and guided by an experienced senior leadership team, the business is entering a new phase of growth with a strong pipeline of housing and future medium‑ to large‑scale developments. To support a major live scheme in Leeds, we're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor who can take full commercial ownership, bring structure, and provide confident leadership across cost, contracts and subcontract management. This is an 18‑month fixed‑term contract with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent, offering the chance to step into a pivotal role on a high‑profile project and make a meaningful impact from day one. You'll operate as the senior commercial lead on the project - managing budgets, valuations, variations,...

Piping Estimator - Food Production Process Pipework Location: Birmingham, B31. Contract: Contract or Permanent We are looking for an experienced Piping Estimator to prepare accurate quotations for hygienic process pipework projects within food production environments. This role will suit an estimator with strong technical knowledge of stainless steel pipework, food-grade services, fabrication and installation costs. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed estimates and quotations for hygienic process pipework installations, upgrades and modifications. Review tender packs, P&IDs, pipework layouts, isometrics, specifications and site survey information. Carry out material take-offs for 316L stainless steel hygienic tube, fittings, valves, supports, pumps, clamps, gaskets and fabricated spools. Estimate labour for fabrication, orbital/TIG welding, installation, testing, commissioning, access, supervision and shutdown works. Price pipework typically ranging from ½ inch to 6...

Building Surveyor / Building Engineer (Design Manager) Location: Blackfriars, London Rate: Up to £599.95 per day (Umbrella) Contract: Long-Term Contract Working Pattern: Hybrid (50% Office / 50% Home Working) Shape the Future of London's Built Environment CETO Talent is recruiting on behalf of a leading infrastructure organisation for experienced Building Surveyors, Building Engineers and Design Managers to support the delivery of major built environment renewal and infrastructure programmes across London. We're looking to speak with professionals who can combine strong technical expertise with Design Management and Project Engineering experience, coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams and ensuring complex projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with robust engineering assurance processes. This is an excellent opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure assets within a collaborative engineering environment. The Role...

BIM Designer £35-40 per hour 3-month initial contract - outside IR35 Sunderland - On-site Are you a BIM Designer with experience producing coordinated 3D BIM models and 2D CAD drawings for fire alarm and detection systems? Do you have strong Revit and AutoCAD skills and enjoy working on large-scale industrial projects? If so, please read on... Essential skillset: Proven experience in a BIM Design role within building services or fire alarm systems Strong proficiency in Revit for 3D BIM modelling Advanced AutoCAD skills for producing 2D layouts, schematics and installation drawings Good understanding of UK fire safety regulations Experience coordinating BIM models with multidisciplinary engineering teams Ability to carry out on-site surveys and translate findings into coordinated BIM models Experience participating in design coordination and client review meetings Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality design deliverables Excellent...

Senior Site Engineer – Industrial Project Location: Nottingham Contract: Freelance, 60 weeks Start Date: 10th August 2026 Buildforce Solutions are recruiting a Senior Site Engineer on behalf of a main contractor, working on a large industrial project in Nottingham. This is a 60 week contract starting on 10th August 2026. The Role: You will take the lead engineering role on site, overseeing the earthworks and S278 packages from setting out through to completion. You will manage day to day engineering delivery, supervise junior engineering staff, and act as the key point of contact for engineering matters between the site team, subcontractors, and the client's representatives. Duties will include: * Leading all setting out and dimensional control across bulk earthworks, cut and fill operations, and formation levels * Overseeing engineering delivery on S278 highway works including kerb lines, drainage, and carriageway construction * Managing and mentoring junior site...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor Betweem £300 - £400 / day DOE  Covering 3 projects close to Nuneaton Main Contractor - Construction, Refurbishment & Fit Out Ongong contract - minimum 26 weeks Lincoln based - with site visits Freelance / Temporary Role The company: Our client is a privately owned main contractor within the construction industry covering sectors such as student accommodation, hotel, education and industrial.  A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced, enthusiastic and driven freelance quantity surveyor to join their team working within a Company that has traditional vales and a family orientated culture. The Company are looking for an individual with the drive, commitment and passion to make a difference within the business. Their focus is to deliver high quality, first class projects to a long lasting customer base, which over the years has built them a strong reputation in the industry, this is an ideal time to join the thriving...

Site Engineer required for 12 months on groundworks project in Lincoln. Site Engineer will be required to set out for bolts, bases, drainage, utilities, slab, foundations, S278, sewers and externals. The project is a large new build industrial unit. Site Engineer will preferably supply own kit and will have laptop and CAD package. Site Engineer role: • Setting out and quality checks for structural steelwork, drainage works, underpinning, earthworks and excavations, groundworks • Check setting out information • Establish primary and secondary dimensional control • Check and record control points • Complete Permit to Load/Strike • Requisition materials for in situ concrete works and obtain approvals • Supervise concrete deliveries inc pre and post-pour Inspections • Maintain site diary inc maintaining good housekeeping on site • Manage and co-ordinate construction of all structural elements • Set out and maintain structural accuracy and main and internal gridlines inc levels •...

Interim Schools PFI Expiry Project Manager 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract / Interim Assignment Southwest Local Authority Are you an experienced project or contract manager with expertise in PFI contracts, commercial management or complex programme delivery? We're looking for an experienced professional to lead the planning and delivery of a critical Schools PFI contract expiry programme on behalf of a forward-thinking local authority. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the successful transition and expiry of a major Schools PFI contract, protecting service continuity, managing commercial risk and delivering value for the Council and its communities. Key responsibilities include: Leading the planning and delivery of the Schools PFI contract expiry programme. Developing and maintaining a comprehensive expiry plan and ensuring delivery against key milestones. Managing relationships with internal stakeholders, SPV partners, government representatives and...