Quantity Surveyor (Freelance)
CV-LibraryTS1, Middlesbrough, North YorkshiretemporaryPosted: 1 August 2026
Apply NowA leading Civil Engineering Contractor are seeking a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor (Outside IR35) based on a project in Teesside for a minimum of 6 months.
Role objectives
* Manage the commercial resources (people and finance) of the assigned project to maximise planned gross margin through the placement and control of contracts and subcontracts.
* Assess, review and mitigate commercial and contractual risks and implement policies for risk management.
* Support the authorisation and submission of project variations.
* Authorise the placement of contracts, subcontracts, material and plant orders.
* Maximise cash flow through the control, measurement (including quality) and valuation of work, and the invoicing of customers and payment of suppliers.
* Lead a Commercial Function consistent with Business standards and objectives and provide Operations with commercial and contractual advice whilst determining risks, maximising opportunities.
* Assist Supply Chain in the procurement of supplier’s/sub-contractors/consultants. Establishment of robust and consistent change control processes on the project to ensure that appropriate changes/variations are identified and agreed with the Employer’s Representative.
* Mentoring and development of your direct reports identifying and implementing training requirements
Essential Requirements
* BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).
* CSCS Card (Professional Qualified Person).
* Proven experience in quantity surveying and commercial management.
* Strong understanding of contract administration, cost control and procurement processes.
* Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
What's on Offer
* Opportunity to work on a high-profile infrastructure project.
* Flexible working arrangement (3 days on site, 2 days remote).
* Long-term career opportunities with a leading main contractor.
* Outside IR35
Remuneration
£450 -£550 per day
This is a temporary position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers to the hirer.
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Role objectives
* Manage the commercial resources (people and finance) of the assigned project to maximise planned gross margin through the placement and control of contracts and subcontracts.
* Assess, review and mitigate commercial and contractual risks and implement policies for risk management.
* Support the authorisation and submission of project variations.
* Authorise the placement of contracts, subcontracts, material and plant orders.
* Maximise cash flow through the control, measurement (including quality) and valuation of work, and the invoicing of customers and payment of suppliers.
* Lead a Commercial Function consistent with Business standards and objectives and provide Operations with commercial and contractual advice whilst determining risks, maximising opportunities.
* Assist Supply Chain in the procurement of supplier’s/sub-contractors/consultants. Establishment of robust and consistent change control processes on the project to ensure that appropriate changes/variations are identified and agreed with the Employer’s Representative.
* Mentoring and development of your direct reports identifying and implementing training requirements
Essential Requirements
* BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).
* CSCS Card (Professional Qualified Person).
* Proven experience in quantity surveying and commercial management.
* Strong understanding of contract administration, cost control and procurement processes.
* Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
What's on Offer
* Opportunity to work on a high-profile infrastructure project.
* Flexible working arrangement (3 days on site, 2 days remote).
* Long-term career opportunities with a leading main contractor.
* Outside IR35
Remuneration
£450 -£550 per day
This is a temporary position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers to the hirer.
By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website