Quantity Surveyor

Avocet recruitment ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor for an immediate role in Leicester. You will oversee cost management and subcontractor packages for a major residential development. The role offers a competitive day rate and the potential for extension beyond January 2026. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in residential housebuilding and commercial acumen.

Benefits

Competitive freelance day rate

Immediate start

Potential for extension

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within residential/housebuilding.
• Background with PLC developers highly advantageous.
• Ability to work autonomously and hit the ground running.

Responsibilities

• Managing cost control and budgeting throughout the project.
• Preparing and reviewing valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Procurement and management of subcontractor packages.

Skills

Experience as a Quantity Surveyor

Strong commercial acumen

Understanding of NEC/JCT contracts

Job description

Freelance Quantity Surveyor - Immediate Start

Location: Leicester

Contract: Freelance | Until end of January 2026 (potential for extension)

Company: Leading PLC House Builder

We are currently partnering with a well‑established PLC house builder who are urgently seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a live residential development in Leicester.

The Role

You will be responsible for overseeing commercial and cost‑management duties across the site, ensuring financial control, accurate reporting, and smooth delivery of the project. You’ll work closely with the site and commercial teams to manage subcontractor packages, valuations, variations, and overall commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing cost control and budgeting throughout the project
• Preparing and reviewing valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Procurement and management of subcontractor packages
• Providing accurate commercial reporting and forecasting
• Ensuring compliance with company and industry standards

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within residential/housebuilding
• Background with PLC developers highly advantageous
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of NEC/JCT contracts
• Ability to work autonomously and hit the ground running
• Available to start immediately and commit until at least the end of January

What’s on Offer

• Competitive freelance day rate
• Immediate start on a major residential development
• Potential for the role to extend beyond January

If you’re an experienced QS ready for your next freelance assignment, please apply with your updated CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.