Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Long Term Freelance - ASAP Start - Bedfordshire - Highways

Your new company

You’ll be joining a Tier 1 contractor operating within the highways sector. They deliver major civils projects nationwide with stable project pipelines and excellent opportunities for long‑term progression. Due to an increase in workload and new schemes commencing, they are now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join on a long‑term temporary basis.

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
Your new role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will support highways projects across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas. You will work predominantly on‑site (4 days per week) and may have the opportunity to move across different live projects as required. Key responsibilities include managing large subcontract packages, assisting with forecasting, carrying out take‑offs, and managing compensation events under NEC contracts. You will ensure commercial compliance throughout the full project lifecycle.
What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience working for a Tier 1 contractor
• Strong Quantity Surveying background within highways
• Experience primarily focused on large subcontract package management
• Ability to assist with forecasting
• Ability to undertake accurate take‑offs
• Clear and practical understanding of compensation event management
• Solid working knowledge of NEC3/4
• Comfortable working 4 days per week on site

What you'll get in return

• Long‑term temporary assignment xekaoyc
• Competitive day rate
• Immediate start
• Flexibility to work across multiple sites and projects
• Opportunity to join a business known for internal growth, development, and career progression