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Posted on May 19, 2026 by CV-Library
Vintry, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£400 - £500 Daily
Full-Time
Senior Quantity Surveyor

Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Client Type: Main Contractor

Contract Length: 2 Years (potential for extension)

Rate: £500 per day (Ltd / Outside IR35)

Location: London (Zone 2)

Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

A leading main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on a 2-year freelance contract. Operating across complex, high-value construction projects, this is a senior-level commercial role offering excellent day rates for a commercially astute individual ready to hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities

* Take full commercial ownership of one or more major construction projects

* Lead and mentor junior commercial staff including QS and assistant QS

* Manage subcontractor procurement, appointment and account management end-to-end

* Produce and present detailed cost reports, forecasts and CVRs to senior management

* Drive change management and variation processes, maximising commercial recovery

* Negotiate and settle final accounts with subcontractors and employers / clients

* Support bid and tender activity where required

* Maintain contractual awareness and advise the project team on commercial risk and opportunity

Requirements

* Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor within main contracting, with strong senior-level exposure

* Demonstrable ability to manage complex projects and large subcontractor packages

* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent discipline

* MRICS qualified (preferred)

* In-depth knowledge of JCT, NEC or other standard forms of contract

* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify and protect project margin

* Confident communicator with the ability to engage at all levels including client and board

* Must be able to operate via a limited company (Ltd) – outside IR35

What's on Offer

* £500 per day – Ltd / Outside IR35

* 2-year contract with potential for extension

* High-profile, complex projects with a reputable main contractor

* Senior role with genuine autonomy and responsibility

Reference: 225129136

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FL - SQS

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Posted on May 19, 2026 by CV-Library

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Vintry, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£400 - £500 Daily
Full-Time
Senior Quantity Surveyor

Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Client Type: Main Contractor

Contract Length: 2 Years (potential for extension)

Rate: £500 per day (Ltd / Outside IR35)

Location: London (Zone 2)

Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

A leading main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on a 2-year freelance contract. Operating across complex, high-value construction projects, this is a senior-level commercial role offering excellent day rates for a commercially astute individual ready to hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities

* Take full commercial ownership of one or more major construction projects

* Lead and mentor junior commercial staff including QS and assistant QS

* Manage subcontractor procurement, appointment and account management end-to-end

* Produce and present detailed cost reports, forecasts and CVRs to senior management

* Drive change management and variation processes, maximising commercial recovery

* Negotiate and settle final accounts with subcontractors and employers / clients

* Support bid and tender activity where required

* Maintain contractual awareness and advise the project team on commercial risk and opportunity

Requirements

* Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor within main contracting, with strong senior-level exposure

* Demonstrable ability to manage complex projects and large subcontractor packages

* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent discipline

* MRICS qualified (preferred)

* In-depth knowledge of JCT, NEC or other standard forms of contract

* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify and protect project margin

* Confident communicator with the ability to engage at all levels including client and board

* Must be able to operate via a limited company (Ltd) – outside IR35

What's on Offer

* £500 per day – Ltd / Outside IR35

* 2-year contract with potential for extension

* High-profile, complex projects with a reputable main contractor

* Senior role with genuine autonomy and responsibility
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Reference: 225129136

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