Project Surveyor

Freelance Project Surveyor – Pharmaceutical Fit-Out & Construction

Location: Milton Keynes
Rate: £300 – £400 per day, depending on experience
Job Type: Temporary / Freelance Contract
Duration: Ongoing
Start Date: December 2026

Frontline Construction Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Freelance Project Surveyor for an established main contractor delivering pharmaceutical fit-out, refurbishment and construction projects across Milton Keynes and the M25 corridor.

The initial requirement will focus on a major pharmaceutical fit-out and redevelopment project in Milton Keynes, with several other projects and a strong pipeline of new schemes planned throughout 2027 and beyond.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially experienced Project Surveyor looking for an ongoing contract, with the potential for a longer-term arrangement for the right individual.

M&E (mechanical and electrical) experience would be a significant advantage, particularly within pharmaceutical, laboratory or commercial fit-out environments.

The Role

• Managing the commercial aspects of construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects
• Preparing cost reports, forecasts, valuations and financial updates
• Managing subcontractor procurement, payments and accounts
• Assessing variations and agreeing final accounts
• Monitoring project expenditure, budgets and commercial risks
• Supporting contract administration and cost control
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors and project management teams

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Project Surveyor within the construction industry
• Main contractor experience preferred
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project cost management
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts, valuations and variations
• M&E experience would be a significant advantage
• Pharmaceutical, laboratory, healthcare or commercial fit-out experience desirable
• Able to work independently and manage commercial responsibilities
• Strong communication, organisational and negotiation skills

What's on Offer?

• £300 – £400 per day, depending on experience
• Ongoing contract opportunity with further projects in the pipeline
• Opportunity to work on a major pharmaceutical fit-out and redevelopment project
• Projects across Milton Keynes and the M25 corridor
• Potential for a longer-term arrangement for the right individual

If you're an experienced Freelance Project Surveyor looking for your next construction contract in Milton Keynes, apply today with your CV or contact Frontline Construction Recruitment for a confidential discussion.