Freelance Quantity Surveyor Façades & Building Envelope
Manchester (Site Based)
Immediate Start Long-Term Contract
Residential Projects
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in façade cladding and building envelope packages to join a reputable subcontractor delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects.
This is an immediate start, long-term freelance opportunity, taking full commercial responsibility for a new residential scheme in central Manchester.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for the full commercial management of a live residential project.
Key duties will include:
- Full QS responsibility for façade and building envelope packages
- Managing valuations, variations, cost reporting, and final accounts
- Liaising with design teams, Tier 1 contractors, and subcontractors
- Supporting procurement and commercial negotiations
- Working closely with site teams and operations to ensure successful delivery
- Ensuring commercial compliance and project profitability
Requirements
- Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor within façades and building envelope subcontracting
- Strong commercial acumen with proven cost management and negotiation skills
- Good working knowledge of construction contracts
- Proven track record working with reputable subcontractors
- Available for an immediate start
What s on Offer
- Long-term freelance contract
- Competitive day rate (DOE) (Outside IR35)
- Opportunity to work on a residential development in Manchester
- Well-run business with a strong pipeline of work
- Professional, collaborative team environment