We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (freelance) to support a portfolio of major infrastructure and heavy civils projects across the Heathrow and HS2 corridor. The role will be split between head office in Uxbridge and two high-profile live sites.
This is a long-term maternity cover assignment offering exposure to some of the UK’s most complex infrastructure environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Commercial management of two major heavy civils projects (HS2 & Heathrow works)
* Full quantity surveying duties including cost control, forecasting, reporting, and valuations
* Managing subcontractor accounts from procurement through to final account
* Contract administration (NEC/FIDIC experience preferred)
* Risk management and change control
* Monthly commercial reporting to senior management
* Supporting project teams with commercial strategy and cost advice
* Ensuring robust financial control across multiple live sites simultaneously
Required Experience
* Strong background in heavy civils / major infrastructure projects
* Proven experience working for Tier 1 contractors or subcontractors such as:
* Murphy
* Balfour Beatty
* Costain Group
* Skanska UK
* Olive O'Connell
* Strong NEC contract knowledge (essential)
* Comfortable working across multiple sites and managing competing priorities
* Strong commercial acumen with excellent stakeholder management skills
Ideal Candidate
* Senior QS or established QS ready to step into a multi-site lead role
* Background in major infrastructure, utilities, rail, aviation, or highways
* Confident working independently in a freelance capacity
* Able to operate at both site and head office level
* Strong reporting and client-facing capability