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Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor

Ford & Stanley Recruitment • Full-time • City of London, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom • 12h ago

Senior Quantity Surveyor | £negotiable | Outside IR35 | City of London

Rate: Day rate is negotiable based on experience and is outside IR35 Location: 2 days from client office in Blackfriars and 3 days from sites across southern England Contract Duration: Initial 6 months

We’re working with a West-Midlands based consultancy who have secured a large portfolio of rail upgrade works, and as such need an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee projects valued between £500k - £5m from start to finish

Working on the Southern Integrated Delivery (SID) framework; the scheme will revolutionise rail upgrades with efficient, sustainable solutions. It modernises tracks, signals, and electrification, improves safety at level crossings, and refurbishes key structures. Focused on reliability, accessibility, and environmental goals, SID uses innovative partnerships to deliver a safer, greener, and more efficient railway for passengers and the economy. This is a long term contract with the opportunity for further work across the business which could include further high-profile rail projects.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing small projects valued between £500k and £5m. Responsibilities will include placing orders, producing cost plans, administering subcontracts, and closing out supply chain accounts with minimal supervision. The roles will also involve managing and mentoring junior team members while being very hands-on with the commercial aspects of the projects.

To be considered for the role:

Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor Bachelor’s degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, or Commercial Management RICS or equivalent professional membership Extensive rail project experience (main contractor) Proven leadership and negotiation skills, with experience managing small teams

Closing Date: Thursday 23rd January

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