Quantity Surveyor

Freelance Quantity Surveyor
Environment Agency Project | Bideford, Devon | Hybrid

The Opportunity

We’re looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to join a live £10m Environment Agency project based in Bideford, Devon.
This is a technically challenging civils scheme involving the construction of a reservoir and dam, offering a great mix of earthworks, RC and infrastructure delivery. The project is already underway, so this role will suit a QS who is comfortable stepping into a live job and taking ownership of commercial activities from day one.

This is a long-term freelance opportunity (up to 12 months) with strong continuity of work.

The Project

• £10m Environment Agency scheme
• Reservoir and dam construction
• Earth banks and major earthworks
• Reinforced concrete structures
• Piling and associated civils
• Delivered under NEC Option C contract

A well-structured project with good technical depth and a collaborative delivery team.

The Role

As Freelance Quantity Surveyor, you’ll support the commercial management of the project, working closely with site and operational teams to drive performance and maintain commercial control. Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing commercial activities on a live civil engineering project
• Administering NEC Option C contract
• Preparing and managing CVRs, forecasting and reporting
• Managing variations, compensation events and change control
• Subcontractor procurement and commercial management
• Applications for payment and cash flow management
• Supporting agreement of final accounts
• Working closely with site teams to ensure commercial alignment with delivery

About You

We’re looking for a proven civil engineering Quantity Surveyor who is confident working on live infrastructure projects. You’ll bring:

• Strong experience in civil engineering / infrastructure projects
• Good working knowledge of NEC contracts (Option C preferred)
• Experience managing commercial aspects of live projects
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, organised and commercially aware approach

Experience working on Environment Agency or flood defence projects would be advantageous. 

Rate & Working Arrangement

• £400 – £450 per day (PAYE)
• Hybrid working available
• Minimum 2 days per week on site in Bideford
• Approx. 12-month contract

Why This Role?

If you’re a QS who enjoys technically interesting civils work and wants a solid, well-run project with continuity — this is a strong opportunity.

Interested?

Apply now to find out more in confidence.

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