Job Opportunity: Quantity Surveyor / Senior QS (Freelance) Location: Woolwich Duration: 6-12 Month Initial Contract We are seeking an experienced and diligent Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a flagship residential development in Woolwich. This is a pivotal role requiring a blend of sharp commercial acumen and robust project management skills. The Role This contract is divided into two distinct, high-impact phases: Phase 1: Commercial Close-out Your primary focus will be the meticulous management and negotiation of final accounts for Phase 1. We need someone who can dive into the detail, resolve outstanding disputes, and bring the project to a clean financial conclusion. Phase 2: Project Management & Delivery As the project transitions, your role will evolve into a management-heavy position overseeing key packages for Phase 2, including Facade, M&E, and Dry Lining. You will be responsible for ensuring these trades deliver on...

Quantity Surveyor HS2 Rail & Civils Location: West Ruislip / North Ruislip (HS2 Site Office) Rate: 500 - 600 per day ( Inside IR35 ) Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 Days On-Site / 2 Days WFH) Sector: Rail & Heavy Civil Engineering Client: Tier 1 Main Contractor / JV The Opportunity: We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a Tier 1 flagship project on the HS2 central section. Based out of the West Ruislip/North Ruislip hubs, you will be responsible for the commercial management of multi-million-pound work packages spanning major rail infrastructure and heavy civil engineering. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering a market-leading day rate and a flexible hybrid working model, perfect for a commercial professional used to the fast-paced environment of a "mega-project." Key Responsibilities & Duties Working as part of a high-performing commercial team, your duties will include: NEC4 Contract Administration: Manage...

Position: Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure Location : Home-based (with weekly travel to Marston Green + occasional site visits - Travel expenses provided) Contract : 12 months (likely extension) Day Rate : Up to 550/day (via Umbrella) The Opportunity: We're supporting a major UK infrastructure programme at the heart of the energy transition, delivering large-scale electricity transmission upgrades across England and Wales. This is a key Quantity Surveyor position within a strategic infrastructure team, where you will take ownership of significant work packages across complex, high-value construction projects. You will act as the commercial lead for your package, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and within budget. Key responsibilities include: Owning the commercial and contractual management of major construction packages Managing costs, forecasts, and spend against budget Leading on NEC4 contract administration (Options A,...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a M&E Quantity Surveyor with building service experience on a 12 months contract for its site in Essex for an start in April 2026. Key skills Manage contract administration and procurement processes across Mechanical, Electrical, and wider Building Services (MEP) packages, ensuring effective coordination with general construction works. Undertake cost planning, monitoring, and reporting throughout the full project lifecycle, with an integrated approach that considers both MEP and associated building/structural elements. Negotiate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers across both M&E and general construction disciplines to secure best value and commercially robust outcomes. Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts , including the assessment and settlement of variations, claims, and contractual disputes across multi-disciplinary packages....

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a M&E Quantity Surveyor on a 9-month contract for its site in West Midlands. Key skills Manage contract administration and procurement processes across Mechanical, Electrical, and wider Building Services (MEP) packages, ensuring effective coordination with general construction works. Undertake cost planning, monitoring, and reporting throughout the full project lifecycle, with an integrated approach that considers both MEP and associated building/structural elements. Negotiate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers across both M&E and general construction disciplines to secure best value and commercially robust outcomes. Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts , including the assessment and settlement of variations, claims, and contractual disputes across multi-disciplinary packages. Demonstrate a strong understanding of Building Services systems...