Freelance Quantity Surveyor
Major Infrastructure Project | Near Failand, Bristol | Long-Term Contract
The Opportunity
We’re looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to join a major infrastructure scheme near Failand, Bristol, with a minimum 3-year programme and a strong, well-structured delivery team already in place.
This is a long-term role for a commercially capable QS who understands civil engineering delivery and is comfortable working under JCT contracts on complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
The Project
A large, technically varied infrastructure and public realm development including:
New build major roads
Section 278 works
Earthworks and drainage
Hard landscaping
Lakes and ponds
Underground car park Plenty of scope, real complexity, and none of the stop-start nonsense.
The Role
As Freelance Quantity Surveyor, you’ll take ownership of the commercial management of defined work packages, working closely with site, engineering and senior management teams.
Typical duties will include:
Procurement and commercial management of subcontractors
Managing CVRs, cost reporting and financial controls
Handling variations, compensation events and claims
Forecasting and reporting project costs and performance
Preparing and submitting applications for payment
Managing and agreeing final accounts
Working collaboratively with site and engineering teams to support delivery This is a hands-on, delivery-focused QS role with real responsibility.
About You
We’re looking for a Freelance Quantity Surveyor with:
Proven experience working on civil engineering / infrastructure projects
Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts
Experience managing subcontractors and commercial packages
Confidence dealing with variations, claims and final accounts
A proactive, organised and commercially aware approach
The ability to work collaboratively within a site-based team Rate & Engagement
£400 – £430 per day
Outside IR35 - Ltd Company engagement
Long-term role on a flagship project Why This Role?
f you’re a freelance QS looking for:
Longevity (3+ years’ work)
Good rates
Complex, interesting civils work
A well-run project with a strong team …this one should be top of your list.
Interested?
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