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Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 350 - 500 / Annum
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: Poole

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Landmark Residential Conversion
 Poole, Dorset | £350–£500 per day | 3-Year Contract

 Joshua Robert is delighted to be partnering with a leading national contractor to appoint an experienced freelance Quantity Surveyor on a landmark £35m commercial-to-residential conversion in Poole, Dorset. This flagship, multi-phase development will redefine the local landscape and stands as one of the region’s most significant regeneration schemes.

 The Opportunity This is a key commercial role on a high-profile development, offering the opportunity to take ownership of day-to-day quantity surveying activities on site. Working closely with a Senior Project Quantity Surveyor who will attend on a fortnightly basis, you will act as the primary commercial presence, ensuring robust cost control, accurate reporting, and effective coordination across the project lifecycle.

 This position is ideally suited to a capable and self-sufficient freelance Quantity Surveyor seeking long-term contract stability on a complex and rewarding scheme.

 Key Details  
Day Rate: £350–£500 (CIS or Ltd Company) 
Location: Poole, Dorset (site-based, Monday to Friday) 
Start Date: March 2026 
Duration: Circa 3 years 
Reporting To: Senior Project Quantity Surveyor (fortnightly site presence)  Core Responsibilities  
Act as the lead on-site commercial representative, providing consistent reporting and updates to senior commercial leadership 
Prepare detailed cost reports, weekly commercial summaries, and maintain accurate variation logs 
Undertake site-based measurement, valuations, and verification of subcontractor progress 
Manage subcontract packages, including procurement support, variations, and cost reconciliation 
Monitor and track materials and site-based cost movements 
Implement effective change management processes, ensuring all variations are captured, evidenced, and submitted correctly 
Identify commercial risks and opportunities, escalating key issues where appropriate 
Maintain comprehensive and accurate commercial records, working closely with project and site management teams 
Support the preparation of final accounts and project close-out documentation 
Ensure all commercial activities align with project budgets, programme requirements, and client expectations  Candidate Profile  
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction sector 
Proven track record delivering commercial or residential projects valued at £10m+, ideally £25m+ 
Strong expertise in procurement, measurement, and cost control 
Solid understanding of Design & Build JCT contracts 
RICS accredited or working towards equivalent professional status 
Confident working autonomously with the ability to report effectively into a remote senior team 
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and commercially astute 
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills 
Based in or within commuting distance of Poole, with the ability to work full-time on site  Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term freelance role on a landmark development that will shape the future of Poole. You will play a pivotal role in the commercial success of a high-value, complex scheme, gaining exposure, responsibility, and continuity rarely found in freelance assignments.

 For a confidential discussion, please contact:
 David Lane
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