Freelance Quantity Surveyor

Responsibilities of the Freelance Quantity Surveyor:

• Take commercial responsibility for a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC projects.
• Manage project costs, budgets and forecasts throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Identify, value and negotiate variations, change orders and contractual claims.
• Support the procurement and commercial management of subcontractor and supplier packages.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations and payment certifications.
• Administer and support projects operating under JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate action is taken throughout project delivery.
• Monitor project performance and prepare accurate commercial and cost reports for senior management.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure commercial requirements are understood and maintained.
• Liaise professionally with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Support the successful commercial close-out of projects, including agreement of final accounts.

Requirements for the Freelance Quantity Surveyor:

• Minimum 4 years previous experience as a QS prerably with M&E.
• Strong knowledge of managing NEC or JCT contracts.
• UK driving licence is preferred.

Day rate/salary:

• Day rate flexible.
• Weekly pay on a Friday paid by CIS.