Senior Quantity Surveyor Based in Farringdon Freelance: to 450 per day Ltd (Inside 1r35). Based: cobham A global civils contractor who have been involved in some of the most prestigious projects in the UK are seeking a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor for a major Highways infrastructure project. The suitable individual will take up a key role in looking and tying up sub-contract orders and placement for key packages like earthworks and structures, reporting into the Commercial Manager. Required Background: Ability to manage large, complex civils packages Ideally worked for a tier 1 contractor Strong NEC and major infrastructure experience (in the UK) Good client interfacing skills Degree qualified or Chartered Strong reporting and contract administration skills
Oct 16, 2025
Contract
Senior Quantity Surveyor Based in Farringdon Freelance: to 450 per day Ltd (Inside 1r35). Based: cobham A global civils contractor who have been involved in some of the most prestigious projects in the UK are seeking a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor for a major Highways infrastructure project. The suitable individual will take up a key role in looking and tying up sub-contract orders and placement for key packages like earthworks and structures, reporting into the Commercial Manager. Required Background: Ability to manage large, complex civils packages Ideally worked for a tier 1 contractor Strong NEC and major infrastructure experience (in the UK) Good client interfacing skills Degree qualified or Chartered Strong reporting and contract administration skills
Abatec are recruiting a freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a tier 1 civil engineering contractor in Swindon. The company are working on a long-term Highways framework in Hampshire. The appointed candidate will be responsible for multiple projects whilst also guiding a small team. As Senior Quantity Surveyor you will: Maintain accurate records, control and reconcile costs and value, report variances against agreed performance, compliance and finance targets. Take control of change management and manage final accounts. Be responsible for subcontract procurement and managing their accounts . Our client requires a Senior Quantity Surveyor with: Previous experience of working for a Tier 1 Civil Engineering contractor Experience of commercially delivering multi-million-pound schemes. Strong commercial awareness and acumen. Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying. Experience of NEC forms of contract. Salary and benefits include: 400- 450 per day Outside IR35 If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Matt Hughes on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed). We are always looking for candidates for similar positions, so please register your details with us to hear about similar opportunities that you may be interested in. Abatec Ltd. is working as an employment business on behalf of a client.
Oct 14, 2025
Contract
Abatec are recruiting a freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a tier 1 civil engineering contractor in Swindon. The company are working on a long-term Highways framework in Hampshire. The appointed candidate will be responsible for multiple projects whilst also guiding a small team. As Senior Quantity Surveyor you will: Maintain accurate records, control and reconcile costs and value, report variances against agreed performance, compliance and finance targets. Take control of change management and manage final accounts. Be responsible for subcontract procurement and managing their accounts . Our client requires a Senior Quantity Surveyor with: Previous experience of working for a Tier 1 Civil Engineering contractor Experience of commercially delivering multi-million-pound schemes. Strong commercial awareness and acumen. Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying. Experience of NEC forms of contract. Salary and benefits include: 400- 450 per day Outside IR35 If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Matt Hughes on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed). We are always looking for candidates for similar positions, so please register your details with us to hear about similar opportunities that you may be interested in. Abatec Ltd. is working as an employment business on behalf of a client.
Hays Construction and Property
Doncaster, Yorkshire
Quantity Surveyor - Freelance - Doncaster - Tier 1 Contractor - Highways - Hybrid Working Your new company You will be joining an industry-leading contractor based in Doncaster operating within the highways industry. Well-known for their collaborative culture and commitment to progressive change, this multi-accredited contractor is appointed on multiple major highways frameworks across England and Wales and as they continue to grow, they are looking for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a business that values agility, transparency and innovation. This is a full-time freelance position based out of their Doncaster office (40 hours per week) with hybrid working and occasional site visits. There is the opportunity for the right candidate to become permanent. Your new role As Quantity Surveyor, you'll be the commercial lead for your business area, providing essential financial and contractual support across projects in England and Wales. You'll work closely with operational teams, ensuring accurate cost-value reporting and maintaining strong client relationships. Key responsibilities include: Financial management and valuation of highways projects Monthly cost-value reconciliation and reporting Supporting site and office teams on contract and commercial matters Attending client meetings and site visits to provide hands-on support Driving continuous improvement and implementing ideas that enhance performance. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, you will bring: Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the highways and/or local authority sectors Sound understanding of cost-value reporting and project financials Working knowledge of NEC form of contract, ideally NEC4 (Options B and C) Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing situations A proactive mindset and the ability to work collaboratively across teams Full UK driving licence. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: Weekly competitive pay Minimum 3 months duration and immediate start, with the possibility of a permanent contract Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunity to grow and advance your career with an industry-leading contractor and more. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email a copy If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Oct 02, 2025
Seasonal
Quantity Surveyor - Freelance - Doncaster - Tier 1 Contractor - Highways - Hybrid Working Your new company You will be joining an industry-leading contractor based in Doncaster operating within the highways industry. Well-known for their collaborative culture and commitment to progressive change, this multi-accredited contractor is appointed on multiple major highways frameworks across England and Wales and as they continue to grow, they are looking for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a business that values agility, transparency and innovation. This is a full-time freelance position based out of their Doncaster office (40 hours per week) with hybrid working and occasional site visits. There is the opportunity for the right candidate to become permanent. Your new role As Quantity Surveyor, you'll be the commercial lead for your business area, providing essential financial and contractual support across projects in England and Wales. You'll work closely with operational teams, ensuring accurate cost-value reporting and maintaining strong client relationships. Key responsibilities include: Financial management and valuation of highways projects Monthly cost-value reconciliation and reporting Supporting site and office teams on contract and commercial matters Attending client meetings and site visits to provide hands-on support Driving continuous improvement and implementing ideas that enhance performance. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, you will bring: Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the highways and/or local authority sectors Sound understanding of cost-value reporting and project financials Working knowledge of NEC form of contract, ideally NEC4 (Options B and C) Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing situations A proactive mindset and the ability to work collaboratively across teams Full UK driving licence. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: Weekly competitive pay Minimum 3 months duration and immediate start, with the possibility of a permanent contract Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunity to grow and advance your career with an industry-leading contractor and more. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email a copy If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
With over 30 years civil engineering, earthworks and groundworks experience, our client offers an integrated project delivery solution for their clients within the construction and infrastructure sectors. Our client has an immediate need for a site based Quantity Surveyor with highways and earthworks experience, on a long-term Outside ir35 contract basis. Freelance Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Reporting to the Project Manager onsite, you will be responsible for commercial administration of self-delivery earthworks packages, under an NEC contract. You will be responsible for: Day to day commercial administration of earthworks and drainage packages. Reviewing progress on site in line with commercials and programme. Monitoring, forecasting and reporting on budgets and costs against programme and producing CVR's. Reviewing payment applications and agreeing monthly payment valuations. Agreeing instructions, change and processing variations. Undertaking Take-off's and Remeasurements as required. Attending client and project progress meetings. Agreeing Final Accounts. Freelance Quantity Surveyor requirements: Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar qualification and relevant experience. 5+ years' experience working on Civil Engineering projects, delivering earthworks and highways packages. Subcontractor and self-delivery experience preferred. NEC contract experience. Self-sufficient, able to manage projects from start through to Final Accounts. Happy to be site based and lodge away if required. Freelance Quantity Surveyor Benefits: Long-term Outside ir35 contract position Working for an established and growing civil engineering specialist Immediate role. If you are interested in this freelance Quantity Surveyor role, apply now.
Sep 25, 2025
Contract
With over 30 years civil engineering, earthworks and groundworks experience, our client offers an integrated project delivery solution for their clients within the construction and infrastructure sectors. Our client has an immediate need for a site based Quantity Surveyor with highways and earthworks experience, on a long-term Outside ir35 contract basis. Freelance Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Reporting to the Project Manager onsite, you will be responsible for commercial administration of self-delivery earthworks packages, under an NEC contract. You will be responsible for: Day to day commercial administration of earthworks and drainage packages. Reviewing progress on site in line with commercials and programme. Monitoring, forecasting and reporting on budgets and costs against programme and producing CVR's. Reviewing payment applications and agreeing monthly payment valuations. Agreeing instructions, change and processing variations. Undertaking Take-off's and Remeasurements as required. Attending client and project progress meetings. Agreeing Final Accounts. Freelance Quantity Surveyor requirements: Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar qualification and relevant experience. 5+ years' experience working on Civil Engineering projects, delivering earthworks and highways packages. Subcontractor and self-delivery experience preferred. NEC contract experience. Self-sufficient, able to manage projects from start through to Final Accounts. Happy to be site based and lodge away if required. Freelance Quantity Surveyor Benefits: Long-term Outside ir35 contract position Working for an established and growing civil engineering specialist Immediate role. If you are interested in this freelance Quantity Surveyor role, apply now.
We have a client looking for a civil engineering senior quantity surveyor in the Norwich Region!
Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you like working for a tier 1, well renowned contractor?....If so this is the position for you.
Employment Type: Freelance
Rate: £350-£450
Start Date: ASAP
The Role:
This is the perfect opportunity for a senior quantity surveyor working with a well known civils contractor, who hold an excellent reputation in the region.
This role will be site based.
You will be responsible for:
Negotiating costs with various parties
Drawing up contracts (NEC)
Monthly reporting (CVR)
Responsible for work package change control and management
Dealing with any pricing variations
Responsible for project re-measure
Preparing final accounts
Managing CE's Requirements:
Minimum 8 years experience as a quantity surveyor
Degree / HND in Quantity Surveying
Excellent IT and maths skills are essential
Attention to detail
Experience with NEC 3 is essential
Excellent report writing and negotiation skills are essential
Experience in - highways, bridges, infrastructure, environmental, frameworks and special worksContact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE or apply online.
If you would like more details please apply below or contact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE on (phone number removed).
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
Sep 15, 2022
We have a client looking for a civil engineering senior quantity surveyor in the Norwich Region!
Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you like working for a tier 1, well renowned contractor?....If so this is the position for you.
Employment Type: Freelance
Rate: £350-£450
Start Date: ASAP
The Role:
This is the perfect opportunity for a senior quantity surveyor working with a well known civils contractor, who hold an excellent reputation in the region.
This role will be site based.
You will be responsible for:
Negotiating costs with various parties
Drawing up contracts (NEC)
Monthly reporting (CVR)
Responsible for work package change control and management
Dealing with any pricing variations
Responsible for project re-measure
Preparing final accounts
Managing CE's Requirements:
Minimum 8 years experience as a quantity surveyor
Degree / HND in Quantity Surveying
Excellent IT and maths skills are essential
Attention to detail
Experience with NEC 3 is essential
Excellent report writing and negotiation skills are essential
Experience in - highways, bridges, infrastructure, environmental, frameworks and special worksContact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE or apply online.
If you would like more details please apply below or contact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE on (phone number removed).
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
We have a client looking for a civil engineering senior quantity surveyor in the Norwich Region!
Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you like working for a tier 1, well renowned contractor?....If so this is the position for you.
Employment Type: Freelance
Rate: £350-£450
Start Date: ASAP
The Role:
This is the perfect opportunity for a senior quantity surveyor working with a well known civils contractor, who hold an excellent reputation in the region.
This role will be site based.
You will be responsible for:
Negotiating costs with various parties
Drawing up contracts (NEC)
Monthly reporting (CVR)
Responsible for work package change control and management
Dealing with any pricing variations
Responsible for project re-measure
Preparing final accounts
Managing CE's Requirements:
Minimum 8 years experience as a quantity surveyor
Degree / HND in Quantity Surveying
Excellent IT and maths skills are essential
Attention to detail
Experience with NEC 3 is essential
Excellent report writing and negotiation skills are essential
Experience in - highways, bridges, infrastructure, environmental, frameworks and special worksContact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE or apply online.
If you would like more details please apply below or contact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE on (phone number removed).
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
Sep 15, 2022
We have a client looking for a civil engineering senior quantity surveyor in the Norwich Region!
Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you like working for a tier 1, well renowned contractor?....If so this is the position for you.
Employment Type: Freelance
Rate: £350-£450
Start Date: ASAP
The Role:
This is the perfect opportunity for a senior quantity surveyor working with a well known civils contractor, who hold an excellent reputation in the region.
This role will be site based.
You will be responsible for:
Negotiating costs with various parties
Drawing up contracts (NEC)
Monthly reporting (CVR)
Responsible for work package change control and management
Dealing with any pricing variations
Responsible for project re-measure
Preparing final accounts
Managing CE's Requirements:
Minimum 8 years experience as a quantity surveyor
Degree / HND in Quantity Surveying
Excellent IT and maths skills are essential
Attention to detail
Experience with NEC 3 is essential
Excellent report writing and negotiation skills are essential
Experience in - highways, bridges, infrastructure, environmental, frameworks and special worksContact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE or apply online.
If you would like more details please apply below or contact Alex Squillaci @ Randstad CPE on (phone number removed).
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Highways schemes
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to work on a package of works, all Highways based for a minimum 6 month period.
Location: Leeds - 4 days a week working from home
Salary: £350pd - £400pd depending on experience
Duration: 6 months +
Start date: ASAP
Role Description:
Working for a main contractors Infrastructure team where you will be responsible for a package of minor works schemes, all NEC based on highway schemes. Involved we a mixture of new schemes starting and the close out of existing projects hence 1 day a week might be required for site visits or client meetings if not being conducted by MS Teams.
You need to be experienced on the NEC forms of contract and working in the highways sector as your support will be via MS Teams with the Commercial team all working from home. Proven experience of monthly reporting, final accounts and project variations are required as you will be hitting the ground running as an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on a freelance basis.
Required Experience:
Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor in the Infrastructure sector
NEC contractual knowledge
Full Driving licence due to the region you cover
PLEASE NOTE
You must be living and eligible to work in the UK to apply for this position
If you are interested in applying for this or other roles, please forward your CV to Phil at The Resolute Group or call (phone number removed)
All correspondence will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence
Jul 07, 2020
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Highways schemes
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to work on a package of works, all Highways based for a minimum 6 month period.
Location: Leeds - 4 days a week working from home
Salary: £350pd - £400pd depending on experience
Duration: 6 months +
Start date: ASAP
Role Description:
Working for a main contractors Infrastructure team where you will be responsible for a package of minor works schemes, all NEC based on highway schemes. Involved we a mixture of new schemes starting and the close out of existing projects hence 1 day a week might be required for site visits or client meetings if not being conducted by MS Teams.
You need to be experienced on the NEC forms of contract and working in the highways sector as your support will be via MS Teams with the Commercial team all working from home. Proven experience of monthly reporting, final accounts and project variations are required as you will be hitting the ground running as an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on a freelance basis.
Required Experience:
Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor in the Infrastructure sector
NEC contractual knowledge
Full Driving licence due to the region you cover
PLEASE NOTE
You must be living and eligible to work in the UK to apply for this position
If you are interested in applying for this or other roles, please forward your CV to Phil at The Resolute Group or call (phone number removed)
All correspondence will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Birmingham
6-month contract on a live project in Birmingham on a new build Highway scheme
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £350 per day (Outside of IR35)
Role Description:
This role requires an experienced Quantity Surveyor to work on a larger 30million+ Highway scheme based in Birmingham. This role is in place to work with the Managing Quantity Surveyor on site in getting the site systems and sub-contractors set up as the project is now live on site.
There is the opportunity to become a permanent member of staff in the future but due to various issues with COVID19 this is a 6 month temporary position for now.
Working on one Highway scheme you need to have experience of Highway projects previously, used to the stakeholder engagement and processes in place by Highways England. Working under NEC forms of contract and used to being involved at the beginning of a project with the initial site set up and commercial processes being rolled out on site.
Required Experience:
A Qualification be it HNC / HND or full Degree ideally in Quantity Surveying or other related subject.
Supported by experience as a Quantity Surveyor on a Highways scheme under NEC forms of contract.
PLEASE NOTE
You must be living or eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
If you are interested in this position then please send your CV to
Or call me on (phone number removed)
Jun 08, 2020
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Birmingham
6-month contract on a live project in Birmingham on a new build Highway scheme
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £350 per day (Outside of IR35)
Role Description:
This role requires an experienced Quantity Surveyor to work on a larger 30million+ Highway scheme based in Birmingham. This role is in place to work with the Managing Quantity Surveyor on site in getting the site systems and sub-contractors set up as the project is now live on site.
There is the opportunity to become a permanent member of staff in the future but due to various issues with COVID19 this is a 6 month temporary position for now.
Working on one Highway scheme you need to have experience of Highway projects previously, used to the stakeholder engagement and processes in place by Highways England. Working under NEC forms of contract and used to being involved at the beginning of a project with the initial site set up and commercial processes being rolled out on site.
Required Experience:
A Qualification be it HNC / HND or full Degree ideally in Quantity Surveying or other related subject.
Supported by experience as a Quantity Surveyor on a Highways scheme under NEC forms of contract.
PLEASE NOTE
You must be living or eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
If you are interested in this position then please send your CV to
Or call me on (phone number removed)
My client is a multi-national leading infrastructure consultancy who are in receipt of a large influx of project and framework appointments for 2017. At present they are building a team for work on a major highways scheme in Aberdeen the midlands and are in the market for commercial staff of all levels from Assistant QS up to Commercial Manager & Claims Specialists. The successful candidates can expect assignments that will last for a minimum of 6-12 months.
The ideal candidates will have:
• Civil engineering backgrounds including highways and earthworks sector experience (essential)
• A fully conversant understanding of NEC3 forms of contract
• 8-10 years experience working in the capacity of Senior Quantity Surveyor and/or Commercial Manager
• Claims experience
Apply now with an updated CV and/or for more information contact Dan Bowen on (Apply online only)
Jan 22, 2017
My client is a multi-national leading infrastructure consultancy who are in receipt of a large influx of project and framework appointments for 2017. At present they are building a team for work on a major highways scheme in Aberdeen the midlands and are in the market for commercial staff of all levels from Assistant QS up to Commercial Manager & Claims Specialists. The successful candidates can expect assignments that will last for a minimum of 6-12 months.
The ideal candidates will have:
• Civil engineering backgrounds including highways and earthworks sector experience (essential)
• A fully conversant understanding of NEC3 forms of contract
• 8-10 years experience working in the capacity of Senior Quantity Surveyor and/or Commercial Manager
• Claims experience
Apply now with an updated CV and/or for more information contact Dan Bowen on (Apply online only)
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