Quantity Surveyor

  • DARA People
  • Watford, Hertfordshire
  • Nov 06, 2025
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Civil Engineer

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor / Freelance QS (Groundworks / Civils)
Location: Watford, with projects across the UK
Rate: £350 £450 per day (negotiable, depending on experience)
Contract: Long-term freelance

The Role

A leading groundworks and civil engineering subcontractor based in Watford is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial ownership of multiple projects. Working on the groundworks and civils elements of modular construction schemes across the UK, this role offers autonomy, long-term stability and the chance to join a growing business with a strong order book.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all commercial and financial aspects of groundworks and civils projects

  • Track costs, variations and monthly valuations

  • Prepare and review subcontractor accounts and contract documentation

  • Produce cost forecasts, reports and financial summaries

  • Support procurement and tendering of subcontract packages

  • Work closely with site and operations teams to ensure projects run to budget and programme

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in groundworks or civil engineering

  • Strong commercial and contractual knowledge

  • Confident managing variations, valuations and subcontractor payments

  • Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience

  • Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to sites across the UK

Why Join

  • Long-term freelance contract with ongoing work and job security

  • Strong pipeline of groundworks and civils projects for modular construction

  • Supportive, progressive company culture with genuine autonomy

  • Competitive day rate and immediate start available

How to Apply

If you re an experienced Quantity Surveyor with groundworks and civils experience, and you re looking for a long-term freelance opportunity based in Watford, apply now for more information.