Senior Quantity Surveyor (Civils) Freelance: to 525 per day Ltd Based: Surrey (GU15) A commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor is required for a major global specialist engineering contractor! They are currently in the process of undertaking a major UK infrastructure scheme. They need an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to initially undertake contract reviews, reporting into a Lead Commercial Manager. You will play a key role in commercially setting up new contracts, working closely with the delivery Team / Operational Lead. Experience Required: Have extensive NEC experience Able to work independently and to a high commercial standard Strong at contractual reviews / setting up of contracts Structured career history Be confident in advising and guiding Senior Management on contractual issues / challenges Have experience in working on 50m + projects
Oct 08, 2025
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Senior Quantity Surveyor (Civils) Freelance: to 525 per day Ltd Based: Surrey (GU15) A commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor is required for a major global specialist engineering contractor! They are currently in the process of undertaking a major UK infrastructure scheme. They need an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to initially undertake contract reviews, reporting into a Lead Commercial Manager. You will play a key role in commercially setting up new contracts, working closely with the delivery Team / Operational Lead. Experience Required: Have extensive NEC experience Able to work independently and to a high commercial standard Strong at contractual reviews / setting up of contracts Structured career history Be confident in advising and guiding Senior Management on contractual issues / challenges Have experience in working on 50m + projects
One of the regions largest Consultancies is actively recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to be based in London. THE COMPANY The client is an independent, privately owned Consultancy with a network of offices across the UK. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some regions largest developments. Projects can range from Public to Private within the Infrastructure sector including Rail, Aviation and Utilities. Values currently range from £500k to £50 million so a fantastic range and size of projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work alongside a team of experienced Chartered professionals and get involved in a range of projects from inception to completion. The successful Quantity Surveyor will be given the opportunity to take ownership of projects across a range of sectors which provides an excellent opportunity for someone who has perhaps become pigeonholed in one sector with a larger Consultancy. THE CANDIDATE The successful Quantity Surveyor must: Have a degree in Quantity Surveying Have some experience working as a Quantity Surveyor at Assistant or Graduate level Have good communication and client facing skills Have a willingness to work towards their APC and become Chartered WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Excellent company culture and flat management structure Opportunity to work on some exciting projects across multiple sectors Chance to be part of a growing, privately owned Consultancy Excellent track record or progressing people through their APC INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Nella Mihelcic on (phone number removed) for more information.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
One of the regions largest Consultancies is actively recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to be based in London. THE COMPANY The client is an independent, privately owned Consultancy with a network of offices across the UK. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some regions largest developments. Projects can range from Public to Private within the Infrastructure sector including Rail, Aviation and Utilities. Values currently range from £500k to £50 million so a fantastic range and size of projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work alongside a team of experienced Chartered professionals and get involved in a range of projects from inception to completion. The successful Quantity Surveyor will be given the opportunity to take ownership of projects across a range of sectors which provides an excellent opportunity for someone who has perhaps become pigeonholed in one sector with a larger Consultancy. THE CANDIDATE The successful Quantity Surveyor must: Have a degree in Quantity Surveying Have some experience working as a Quantity Surveyor at Assistant or Graduate level Have good communication and client facing skills Have a willingness to work towards their APC and become Chartered WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Excellent company culture and flat management structure Opportunity to work on some exciting projects across multiple sectors Chance to be part of a growing, privately owned Consultancy Excellent track record or progressing people through their APC INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Nella Mihelcic on (phone number removed) for more information.
We have a client looking for a civil engineering senior quantity surveyor in the Norwich Region!
Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you like working for a tier 1, well renowned contractor?....If so this is the position for you.
Employment Type: Freelance
Rate: £350-£450
Start Date: ASAP
The Role:
This is the perfect opportunity for a senior quantity surveyor working with a well known civils contractor, who hold an excellent reputation in the region.
This role will be site based.
You will be responsible for:
Negotiating costs with various parties
Drawing up contracts (NEC)
Monthly reporting (CVR)
Responsible for work package change control and management
Dealing with any pricing variations
Responsible for project re-measure
Preparing final accounts
Managing CE's Requirements:
Minimum 8 years experience as a quantity surveyor
Degree / HND in Quantity Surveying
Excellent IT and maths skills are essential
Attention to detail
Experience with NEC 3 is essential
Excellent report writing and negotiation skills are essential
Experience in - highways, bridges, infrastructure, environmental, frameworks and special worksContact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE or apply online.
If you would like more details please apply below or contact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE on (phone number removed).
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
Sep 15, 2022
We have a client looking for a civil engineering senior quantity surveyor in the Norwich Region!
Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you like working for a tier 1, well renowned contractor?....If so this is the position for you.
Employment Type: Freelance
Rate: £350-£450
Start Date: ASAP
The Role:
This is the perfect opportunity for a senior quantity surveyor working with a well known civils contractor, who hold an excellent reputation in the region.
This role will be site based.
You will be responsible for:
Negotiating costs with various parties
Drawing up contracts (NEC)
Monthly reporting (CVR)
Responsible for work package change control and management
Dealing with any pricing variations
Responsible for project re-measure
Preparing final accounts
Managing CE's Requirements:
Minimum 8 years experience as a quantity surveyor
Degree / HND in Quantity Surveying
Excellent IT and maths skills are essential
Attention to detail
Experience with NEC 3 is essential
Excellent report writing and negotiation skills are essential
Experience in - highways, bridges, infrastructure, environmental, frameworks and special worksContact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE or apply online.
If you would like more details please apply below or contact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE on (phone number removed).
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
We have a client looking for a civil engineering senior quantity surveyor in the Norwich Region!
Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you like working for a tier 1, well renowned contractor?....If so this is the position for you.
Employment Type: Freelance
Rate: £350-£450
Start Date: ASAP
The Role:
This is the perfect opportunity for a senior quantity surveyor working with a well known civils contractor, who hold an excellent reputation in the region.
This role will be site based.
You will be responsible for:
Negotiating costs with various parties
Drawing up contracts (NEC)
Monthly reporting (CVR)
Responsible for work package change control and management
Dealing with any pricing variations
Responsible for project re-measure
Preparing final accounts
Managing CE's Requirements:
Minimum 8 years experience as a quantity surveyor
Degree / HND in Quantity Surveying
Excellent IT and maths skills are essential
Attention to detail
Experience with NEC 3 is essential
Excellent report writing and negotiation skills are essential
Experience in - highways, bridges, infrastructure, environmental, frameworks and special worksContact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE or apply online.
If you would like more details please apply below or contact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE on (phone number removed).
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
Sep 15, 2022
We have a client looking for a civil engineering senior quantity surveyor in the Norwich Region!
Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you like working for a tier 1, well renowned contractor?....If so this is the position for you.
Employment Type: Freelance
Rate: £350-£450
Start Date: ASAP
The Role:
This is the perfect opportunity for a senior quantity surveyor working with a well known civils contractor, who hold an excellent reputation in the region.
This role will be site based.
You will be responsible for:
Negotiating costs with various parties
Drawing up contracts (NEC)
Monthly reporting (CVR)
Responsible for work package change control and management
Dealing with any pricing variations
Responsible for project re-measure
Preparing final accounts
Managing CE's Requirements:
Minimum 8 years experience as a quantity surveyor
Degree / HND in Quantity Surveying
Excellent IT and maths skills are essential
Attention to detail
Experience with NEC 3 is essential
Excellent report writing and negotiation skills are essential
Experience in - highways, bridges, infrastructure, environmental, frameworks and special worksContact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE or apply online.
If you would like more details please apply below or contact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE on (phone number removed).
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
Quantity Surveyor (Civils)
Colchester, Essex
£50,000 - £70,000 + Benefits
Excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to join a hugely expanding company who have thrived through the COVID pandemic and are now looking to kick on with their exciting growth plans.
On offer is the chance to make your mark on a dynamic and ambitious company where you will have the freedom to grow your own team.
Well established, this company specialize in the remediation and refurbishment of specialist commercial equipment. They have gone from strength to strength despite the lockdown and are now looking for an ambitious, driven Quantity Surveyor to join their team.
This role will be largely office based dealing with clients and involved in the preparation and submission of valuations, claims and final accounts. This is a fantastic opportunity to put your own stamp on the role and grow the Surveying department and the company are committed to their individuals progressing their careers.
This ideal candidate will be an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career.
The role: * Quantity Surveyor * Office based dealing with clients * Preparation and submission of valuations, claims and final accounts * Chance to put your own stamp on the role - grow a team
The person: * Must be a Quantity Surveyor - ideally degree qualified however not essential * Must have a Civils background * Must live within a 1-hour commute of Colchester
Oct 20, 2020
Full time
Quantity Surveyor (Civils)
Colchester, Essex
£50,000 - £70,000 + Benefits
Excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to join a hugely expanding company who have thrived through the COVID pandemic and are now looking to kick on with their exciting growth plans.
On offer is the chance to make your mark on a dynamic and ambitious company where you will have the freedom to grow your own team.
Well established, this company specialize in the remediation and refurbishment of specialist commercial equipment. They have gone from strength to strength despite the lockdown and are now looking for an ambitious, driven Quantity Surveyor to join their team.
This role will be largely office based dealing with clients and involved in the preparation and submission of valuations, claims and final accounts. This is a fantastic opportunity to put your own stamp on the role and grow the Surveying department and the company are committed to their individuals progressing their careers.
This ideal candidate will be an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career.
The role: * Quantity Surveyor * Office based dealing with clients * Preparation and submission of valuations, claims and final accounts * Chance to put your own stamp on the role - grow a team
The person: * Must be a Quantity Surveyor - ideally degree qualified however not essential * Must have a Civils background * Must live within a 1-hour commute of Colchester
As Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for the commercial management of projects for internal and external clients. In this role you will be responsible to the Department Senior QS or Commercial Manager.
This will include, but not limited to, the following duties:
Be aware and understand the companies Health and Safety procedures.
Ensure compliance with company procedures and policies
Managing and delegating to subordinates as required
Compile programme based cost to complete / project budgets
Advising on procurement strategy;
Preparing subcontract documents, including bills of quantities;
Review contract conditions and report concerns or recommendations to the Commercial Manager
Procurement of subcontractors;
Preparing and analysing costings for tenders;
Managing costs on a wide variety of projects
Undertaking costs value analysis including cost value reporting
Performing risk and value management and cost control;
Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks;
Analysing outcomes and writing detailed progress reports;
Price up variations and obtain agreement with clients
Valuing works as they progress and agreeing final accounts;
Provide commercial advice to the site team as and when required;
Preparing and analysing costings for tenders;
Maintaining awareness of the different building contracts in current use;
Assist senior management with the preparation of contractual claims.
General requirements
You will be expected to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality at all times regarding the company and its Clients. You must also work efficiently and safely at all times in accordance with the appropriate training, the Company Safety Policy and HSE guidelines.
Your ability to relate well with Clients and Staff and to maintain high professional standards is very important, alongside your ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner both in writing and verbally. In doing so, you must also ensure an appropriate standard of dress and personal appearance is maintained at all times.
You should demonstrate and use initiative to carry out work with minimal supervision, including the skills to prioritise and work to strict deadlines whilst paying close attention to detail. This will be reinforced by demonstrating an enthusiastic, flexible and conscientious approach to work
Jan 22, 2017
As Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for the commercial management of projects for internal and external clients. In this role you will be responsible to the Department Senior QS or Commercial Manager.
This will include, but not limited to, the following duties:
Be aware and understand the companies Health and Safety procedures.
Ensure compliance with company procedures and policies
Managing and delegating to subordinates as required
Compile programme based cost to complete / project budgets
Advising on procurement strategy;
Preparing subcontract documents, including bills of quantities;
Review contract conditions and report concerns or recommendations to the Commercial Manager
Procurement of subcontractors;
Preparing and analysing costings for tenders;
Managing costs on a wide variety of projects
Undertaking costs value analysis including cost value reporting
Performing risk and value management and cost control;
Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks;
Analysing outcomes and writing detailed progress reports;
Price up variations and obtain agreement with clients
Valuing works as they progress and agreeing final accounts;
Provide commercial advice to the site team as and when required;
Preparing and analysing costings for tenders;
Maintaining awareness of the different building contracts in current use;
Assist senior management with the preparation of contractual claims.
General requirements
You will be expected to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality at all times regarding the company and its Clients. You must also work efficiently and safely at all times in accordance with the appropriate training, the Company Safety Policy and HSE guidelines.
Your ability to relate well with Clients and Staff and to maintain high professional standards is very important, alongside your ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner both in writing and verbally. In doing so, you must also ensure an appropriate standard of dress and personal appearance is maintained at all times.
You should demonstrate and use initiative to carry out work with minimal supervision, including the skills to prioritise and work to strict deadlines whilst paying close attention to detail. This will be reinforced by demonstrating an enthusiastic, flexible and conscientious approach to work
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