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Quantity Surveyor

Job Posted: 17 hours ago

Salary: £ 350 - 390 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: PR5, Farington, Lancashire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – £30M New Build Project (Preston)
Rate: £350–£400 per day
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Start: ASAP
Contract: Freelance / Outside IR35 (subject to assessment)

We are seeking a highly capable Freelance Quantity Surveyor to commercially lead a £30M new build industrial development in Preston. This is a key role for an experienced QS who can take full ownership of the commercial function and ensure the project is delivered to budget, quality and programme.

Key Responsibilities

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    Lead all commercial duties on the £30M scheme from procurement through to final accounts.

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    Develop, maintain and present cost plans, CVRs, forecasts and monthly commercial reports.

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    Manage full subcontract procurement cycles: tendering, scope reviews, negotiation and contract award.

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    Oversee subcontractor applications, valuations, variations and payments.

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    Manage change control and ensure accurate commercial documentation.

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    Carry out regular site measurements and progress assessments.

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    Identify commercial risk, opportunity and value-engineering options.

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    Ensure compliance with JCT contract conditions and internal processes.

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    Work closely with the project manager, site team and senior leadership to support project delivery.

Experience Required

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    7+ years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction.

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    Proven experience commercially leading medium-to-large new build industrial projects, ideally £20M–£40M+.

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    Strong knowledge of industrial builds, including steel frame structures, groundworks, civils packages and M&E coordination.

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    Demonstrated ability to manage projects of significant value autonomously, taking ownership of all QS duties.

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    Excellent working knowledge of JCT Design & Build or similar forms of contract.

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    Strong background in procurement, cost control, reporting and final account negotiation.

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    Confident communicator capable of managing subcontractors, clients and stakeholders.

What’s on Offer

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    Competitive day rate: £350–£400 per day

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    Lead role on a high-value, flagship industrial scheme

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    Immediate start

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    Flexible freelance arrangement

If you’re an experienced QS ready to take commercial responsibility for a major industrial build, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for more details

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