Freelance QS – M&E/HVAC Contracts (NEC/JCT)

Fawkes & Reece Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group is seeking a Freelance Quantity Surveyor for ongoing M&E and HVAC projects in Tyneside. You will manage commercial aspects across NEC or JCT contracts, budgets and cashflows, and coordinate with subcontracts and clients.

UK driving licence preferred; day rate £300–£400 per day CIS with weekly Friday payments. This is long-term, ongoing work for a reliable QS with 4+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years previous experience as a QS preferably with M&E.
• Strong knowledge of NEC or JCT contracts.
• UK driving licence is preferred.
• Day rate flexible.
• Weekly pay on a Friday paid by CIS.

Responsibilities

• Take commercial responsibility for a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC projects.
• Manage project costs, budgets and forecasts throughout the full project life cycle.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Identify, value and negotiate variations, change orders and contractual claims.
• Support the procurement and commercial management of subcontractor and supplier packages.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations and payment certifications.
• Administer and support projects operating under JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate action is taken throughout project delivery.
• Monitor project performance and prepare accurate commercial and cost reports for senior management.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure commercial requirements are understood and maintained.
• Liaise professionally with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Support the successful commercial close-out of projects, including agreement of final accounts.

Skills

NEC/JCT contracts

Job description

Fawkes & Reece Group is seeking a Freelance Quantity Surveyor for ongoing M&E and HVAC projects in Tyneside. You will manage commercial aspects across NEC or JCT contracts, budgets and cashflows, and coordinate with subcontracts and clients.

UK driving licence preferred; day rate £300–£400 per day CIS with weekly Friday payments. This is long-term, ongoing work for a reliable QS with 4+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical projects.