Quantity Surveyor – Fit-Out Project Location: Oxford
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 20 weeks (with potential for extension)
Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days/week (site-based)
£360 to £410 per day
About the ProjectWe are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a live internal office and laboratory fit-out project located in Oxford
Role OverviewYou will take ownership of the commercial duties, while also supporting the main project alongside an existing QS. The role is site-based and client-facing, requiring a confident and capable QS who can work independently and collaboratively.
Key Responsibilities
1. Manage procurement of ~20 subcontract packages
2. Prepare and agree interim valuations (approx. 3)
3. Track and price variations (VOs), seek instructions, and agree costs
4. Raise and chase client invoices
5. Manage subcontractor accounts and payments
6. Prepare and agree final account
7. Contribute to contractor reports for client presentations
8. Liaise with CM, PM, SM, design and client teams
9. Maintain and update procurement schedule
10. Attend client/design team meetings as required
11. Update O&M contacts for outsource company
Project Details
12. CSA Budget: £1.24M
13. MEP Value: £730k (59%)
14. Programme: 20 weeks from 04/08
15. Working Pattern: 3 days per week on one project + 2 days/week supporting main project
Candidate Profile
16. Intermediate to Project-level QS (not trainee/assistant)
17. Strong experience in fit-out projects (lab/office preferred)
18. Confident in client-facing and commercial duties
19. Able to work independently and within a team
Rate & EngagementWe are focused on finding the right candidate, so we’re open to discussing day rates based on experience and fit. Engagement can be via Ltd company, CIS, or PAYE depending on preference.