Civil Quantity Surveyor

  • carrington west
  • 21/05/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

Are you a Quantity surveyor looking for your next contract position?

Have you previously worked on rail civil based projects?

Location: Remote (UK-wide)
Contract length: Ongoing/ Project-by-Project Assignments
IR35: Inside & Outside IR35 opportunities

I am currently working with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure client who is building a pipeline of experienced freelance Measurement Quantity Surveyors ahead of increased project demand forecast for 2026.
This is not a single live vacancy. Instead, it is an opportunity for you to be considered for ongoing freelance assignments on a project-by-project basis as requirements arise.
All work is fully remote, offering flexibility across the UK.

As Quantity Surveyor, you will:

Carry out detailed measurement work across civil engineering and infrastructure projects
Work in line with CESMM (Civil Engineering Standard Method of Measurement)
Produce accurate quantity take-offs and measurement outputs
Support cost planning and commercial reporting activities
Ensure high levels of accuracy, consistency, and compliance with industry standards

You will need to have:

Extensive experience in civil engineering and infrastructure measurement
Strong working knowledge of CESMM
A solid background in UK infrastructure or civil engineering projects
The ability to work independently in a remote freelance capacity
Previous consultancy or freelance experience (desirable but not essential)

Working Arrangements:

Fully remote (UK-based candidates)
Flexible, project-by-project freelance engagements
Opportunities for both Inside IR35 and Outside IR35 roles
Ongoing pipeline of future assignments