Quantity Surveyor

  • Girling Jones Ltd
  • Stenalees, Cornwall
  • 30/06/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

Freelance Quantity Surveyor

If you're an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor looking for a contract that offers stability, a great working environment and the opportunity to work on a long-term utilities framework, this is one worth exploring.
We're partnering with a well-established South West contractor that continues to secure significant work within the water utilities sector. As a result of sustained growth, they're looking to appoint a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of projects from their St Austell office.
This is an initial 6 12 month contract, offering the chance to join a close-knit commercial team led by an approachable and highly supportive manager.

The Role

Working on a busy water utilities framework, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day commercial management of schemes, with a strong emphasis on administering contracts under the NEC4 form of contract.

Your duties will include:
  • Administering NEC4 contracts throughout the project lifecycle
  • Managing compensation events, early warnings and change control
  • Producing accurate cost reports and commercial forecasts
  • Preparing valuations and applications for payment
  • Managing subcontractor accounts, payments and final accounts
  • Monitoring project costs and identifying commercial risks and opportunities
  • Working closely with operational teams to ensure successful project delivery
What We're Looking For

We're keen to speak with Freelance Quantity Surveyor professionals who have:
  • Strong NEC4 contract administration experience
  • Previous exposure to water, utilities or civil engineering projects
  • Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail
  • The ability to build strong working relationships across project teams
  • A proactive approach and the confidence to manage their own workload
What's on Offer?
  • £400 per day
  • Outside IR35
  • 6 12 month contract with the potential for extension
  • Office based in St Austell
  • Long-term work on a secure water utilities framework
  • Friendly, collaborative team culture
  • Supportive management and an excellent working environment
  • Immediate start available
If you're a Freelance Quantity Surveyor looking for your next Outside IR35 contract with a reputable South West contractor, we'd love to hear from you