Job Title: Freelance Quantity Surveyor (3-6 Month Contract)
Location: Devon (Office-Based)
Duration: 3 to 6 Months
Sector: Social Housing - Property Maintenance Services
Working Pattern: Office-based, Monday to Friday
Company Overview
Our client is a reputable main contractor based in Devon, specialising in planned maintenance and retrofit works within the social housing sector. With a strong pipeline of works across kitchens, bathrooms, windows, doors, roofing, and energy efficiency upgrades, they are seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support their commercial team.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will assist with the commercial management of multiple social housing maintenance projects. You will report to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and collaborate with an existing QS and Commercial Administrator team.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and process sub-contractor applications and payments
Prepare and update valuation reports
Identify, price, and manage variations
Support with cost tracking and forecasting
Maintain accurate records and contractual documentation
Liaise with the site team, supply chain, and commercial staff
Requirements
Proven experience in Quantity Surveying within the social housing or property maintenance sector
Strong knowledge of sub-contract management and valuations
Ability to work autonomously and within a team
Comfortable working in an office-based role (Devon)
Immediate or short notice availability preferred
Key Works Covering
Kitchens & Bathrooms
Windows & Doors
Roofing
Retrofit & Energy Efficiency Upgrades