Quantity Surveyor

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering

Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Sector: Civil Engineering
Duration: Freelance Contract
Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to join an established Civil Engineering Contractor, based out of their offices in Stockton-on-Tees.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable contractor delivering a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will support the commercial team in managing project costs, maximising value and ensuring effective commercial control throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing the commercial and contractual aspects of civil engineering projects.
Preparing, reviewing and submitting interim valuations and applications for payment.
Managing subcontractor procurement, payments and final accounts.
Identifying and managing variations, change control and compensation events.
Monitoring project costs, forecasting and reporting on commercial performance.
Negotiating with clients and subcontractors to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
Working closely with operational teams to ensure effective commercial management.
Ensuring contractual obligations and commercial procedures are adhered to.

Requirements:

Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the civil engineering sector.
Experience working for a main contractor or established civil engineering contractor.
Strong understanding of NEC contracts.
Proven experience managing subcontractor accounts, valuations and variations.
Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple commercial responsibilities.

The Opportunity:

Freelance contract with an established Tier 2 Civil Engineering Contractor.
Stockton-on-Tees office base.
Competitive day rate, dependent on experience.
Opportunity to work on a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.