Quantity Surveyor High-Tech Fit-Out (Processing Plant)
Location: North Hertfordshire
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Contract: Freelance 6 Months
Rate: £300£400 per day
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
A freelance Quantity Surveyor is required for a high-tech processing plant fit-out programme in North Hertfordshire. This is a hands-on role working for a specialist subcontractor delivering internal packages on complex industrial and technical schemes. Youll work closely with a commercially minded Director and be based mainly on site, managing day-to-day commercial activity and ensuring accurate records, measurements and cost control.
Scope of Works
Fireboarding
Dry lining and ceilings
Firestopping
Flooring and resin systems
Internal and fire-rated doors (plus some external doors)
Roller shutters and fire curtains
Key Responsibilities
Take-offs and measurement of materials for ordering
Daily worksheets, record keeping and commercial tracking
Manage internal fit-out packages from procurement through to final account
Prepare subcontract orders, variations and payment applications (NEC preferred)
Material price checks, benchmarking and supply chain comparisons
Manage subcontractor accounts including valuations, change control and payment notices
Validate dayworks, site records and progress
Produce cost reports, forecasts and value tracking
Support procurement, tender analysis and package recommendations
Regular site presence to walk the works and verify progress
Build strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and delivery teams
Identify commercial risks and opportunities
Person Specification
Minimum 4 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor
Background with a main contractor or subcontractor
Experience across internal fit-out, fire protection, dry lining, ceilings, xsngvjr flooring or similar packages
Hands-on approach with strong take-off, measurement and ordering skills
Confident managing worksheets, dayworks and site-based records
Strong commercial management skills across procurement, variations, cost reporting and final accounts
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment
Good communication and coordination skills
Able to manage multiple work packages accurately
Qualifications
HNC or above in a construction-related discipline
Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management preferred
NEC contract knowledge preferred
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