Freelance Quantity Surveyor

First Task Professional are working with a leading, national specialist subcontractor to recruit a freelance Quantity Surveyor on a major project in Cardiff City. This contract is for an initial 5 months, but there are other projects coming online, should the successful candidate be happy to travel. Expectation from client is to be based on site 3 days a week, home/office 2 days.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost management and commercial control across live project
• Preparation, assessment, and agreement of interim applications and valuations
• Managing variations, change control, and any compensation events
• Supporting procurement activities and subcontract management
• Assisting with forecasting, cost reporting, and cash flow management
• Preparation and negotiation of final accounts
• Ensuring compliance with contract terms, procedures, and internal governance
• Working collaboratively with delivery teams

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within large subcontracting or main contracting environment.
• Strong knowledge of NEC & JCT contracts
• Excellent commercial awareness and stakeholder communication skills
• Eligible to work in the UK