Location: Manchester
Contract Type: Freelance (6-month minimum)
Salary: Competitive Daily Rate (DOE)
We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to join our team working on a prestigious £20m project in collaboration with a leading Tier 1 contractor. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and skilled QS to support a well-established facades and steel subcontractor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cost Management: Oversee and manage the costs for the facades and steel packages on the project.
- Procurement: Assist with procurement processes, including subcontractor selection and contract negotiations.
- Contract Administration: Administer subcontractor agreements and ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and submit accurate financial reports, ensuring projects remain within budget.
- Variation Management: Identify, assess, and manage variations, ensuring proper documentation and cost control.
- Site Visits: Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure accuracy of work against financials.
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry, ideally working with facades or steel packages.
- Strong knowledge of cost management, procurement, and contract administration.
- Experience working on large-scale construction projects, preferably £10m+.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Previous experience in a freelance or contractor role is advantageous.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Chartered status with RICS or equivalent professional body (desirable but not essential).
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a high-profile project with a leading contractor in the industry. If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a new freelance challenge with the potential for extended work, we'd love to hear from you!
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