Freelance Quantity Surveyor

Fawkes and Reece; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to manage construction and refurbishment projects in the Northwest, particularly in the HMP sector. Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years experience, ideally with NEC or JCT contract knowledge and a UK driving license. The position offers a competitive day rate between £300 and £450 with ongoing opportunities.

Benefits

Weekly pay on a Friday

Flexible day rate

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years previous experience within the construction sector.
• Experience working on public sector, MoJ, prison, or secure environment projects.
• Strong knowledge of managing NEC or JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all commercial and financial aspects of assigned projects.
• Prepare and review valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Administer and monitor contracts (NEC and JCT experience desirable).
• Provide accurate cost reporting and forecasting to the project management team.
• Conduct site visits, measurements, and progress assessments.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders within secure environments.
• Ensure compliance with all security protocols and site procedures.
• Work closely with project directors and management team.

Skills

Construction sector experience

Contract administration

Cost reporting

Liaison with clients and stakeholders

Job description

Reference: QS NW_1760607495
Posted: October 16, 2025

*PRISON EXPERIENCE/ EL2 CLEARANCE IS PREFERRED DUE TO PROJECT - PROJECTS IN MANCHESTER, PRESTON, WIGAN, LIVERPOOL*

We're Hiring: Freelance Quantity Surveyor

Location: Northwest - Manchester, Liverpool, Wigan, Preston
Sectors: Prison
Project Types: Refurb/ New Build
Values: TBC
FREELANCE: £300-450 per day dependant on project
Duration: Ongoing /long term

We are seeking experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor's to support construction and refurbishment projects in the Northwest in the HMP sector, the roles require EL1 or EL2 Security Clearance.

Key Responsibilities of a Freelance Quantity Surveyor:

• Manage and oversee all commercial and financial aspects of assigned projects.
• Prepare and review valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Administer and monitor contracts (NEC and JCT experience desirable).
• Provide accurate cost reporting and forecasting to the project management team.
• Conduct site visits, measurements, and progress assessments.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders within secure environments.
• Ensure compliance with all security protocols and site procedures.
• Work closely with project directors and management team.

Requirements for the Freelance Quantity Surveyor

• Minimum 4 years previous experience within construction sector.
• Experience working on public sector, MoJ, prison, or secure environment projects.
• Strong knowledge of managing NEC or JCT contracts.
• UK driving licence is preferred.
• Day rate flexible
• Weekly pay on a Friday

How to apply

Please apply directly to this job ad or for more information please call Sam at Fawkes & Reece on 01204 554 884.