Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civil Infra (Hybrid)

Kenton Black Limited; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term freelance contract

Outside IR35

Hybrid working

Competitive day rate

Job summary

Kenton Black Limited is seeking a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of civil engineering projects across the region from a Gloucester base. You will manage commercial activities, ensure cost control, and enforce contractual compliance while collaborating with client and supply chain teams.

The role suits an experienced QS with strong NEC contract knowledge, a track record in infrastructure projects, and the ability to work autonomously within a hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial reporting.
• Experience managing subcontract procurement and administration.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently whilst supporting a wider project team.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Administration and management of NEC contracts.
• Preparation of cost reports, valuations, forecasts, and final accounts.
• Management of compensation events, variations, and change control.
• Procurement and commercial management of subcontract packages.
• Identification and management of commercial risks and opportunities.
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and project documentation.
• Producing regular commercial reporting for senior management.
• Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Supporting successful project delivery in line with programme and budget requirements.

Skills

NEC contract administration

Cost forecasting

Valuation & final accounts

Change control

Subcontract procurement

Commercial risk management

Client & stakeholder management

Strong communication

Education

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

Kenton Black Limited is seeking a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of civil engineering projects across the region from a Gloucester base. You will manage commercial activities, ensure cost control, and enforce contractual compliance while collaborating with client and supply chain teams.

The role suits an experienced QS with strong NEC contract knowledge, a track record in infrastructure projects, and the ability to work autonomously within a hybrid working