Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor



Role: Freelance Quantity Surveyor (General Civils)

Location: Folkestone, Kent

Rate: -400 - -450 per day (LTD / Outside IR35)

Duration: 6 Months +

Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

We are looking for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join a leading general civils project in Folkestone. This is a fast-paced freelance assignment offering a 6-month initial term with a high likelihood of extension.

Crucially, this role is open to LTD Company contractors, providing a competitive daily rate for a candidate who can hit the ground running and manage the commercial lifecycle of various civil engineering work packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Management: Administering NEC (or JCT) contracts, ensuring all commercial interests are protected.
• Cost Control: Managing project budgets, forecasting, and producing detailed Monthly Cost Reports (CVRs).
• Subcontractor Management: Handling everything from initial procurement and tendering to monthly valuations and final accounts.
• Change Management: Identifying, notifying, and pricing variations and compensation events promptly.
• Valuations: Preparing and submitting interim applications for payment to the client.

Requirements

• Experience: Strong background in General Civils (earthworks, infrastructure, or highways).
• Qualifications: Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline; RICS or ICES accreditation is a bonus but not essential for the right freelance profile.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in Excel and commercial management software.
• Immediate Availability: Ability to start ASAP to support current project milestones.
• Entity: Must have an active LTD Company with relevant insurances.

If you are interested or want to learn more about this opportunity feel free to reach out to Victor Lawal

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Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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