Freelance Quantity Surveyor

Freelance Quantity Surveyor - Construction Main Contractor Experience Essential Milton Keynes (Office Based)

Our client, a successful and growing Main Contractor, is seeking an experienced Contract Quantity Surveyor to join their Milton Keynes office on a contract basis.

Due to a high volume of live and upcoming opportunities, they require additional commercial support to assist with the preparation and submission of multiple construction tenders. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor who enjoys working within a fast-paced pre-construction environment and can provide immediate value to a busy commercial team.

Working closely with the Commercial Director, Estimators, and Senior Management Team, you will play a key role in supporting the tendering process across a variety of construction projects.

• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements
• Producing take-offs and assisting with cost planning
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Supporting the preparation of competitive and commercially sound tender submissions
• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions
• Assisting with pricing reviews and tender adjudications
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal stakeholders
• Supporting the smooth handover of successful bids into project delivery teams
• Working across multiple tenders simultaneously to meet submission deadlines

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry
• Previous experience working for a Main Contractor is essential
• Strong understanding of the tendering and pre-construction process
• Experience pricing a range of construction projects
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a busy environment
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Available immediately or at short notice preferred