A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a major highways programme across the North West. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established project team on a significant civil engineering project, taking responsibility for key commercial activities from project delivery through to final account. Working closely with the Commercial Manager and operational teams, you will play a pivotal role in managing project costs, maximising value recovery, administering NEC contracts, and ensuring strong commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Manage the commercial performance of highways and civil engineering projects Produce and maintain CVRs, forecasts, and commercial reports Administer subcontract accounts from procurement through to final account Manage compensation events, variations, and change control processes Review and administer NEC contracts Prepare and submit applications for payment Monitor project cash flow and commercial performance Negotiate and agree final accounts with clients and subcontractors Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities Support project teams with contractual and commercial advice Ensure accurate reporting and forecasting throughout project delivery Requirements Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within highways or civil engineering Strong NEC contract knowledge and administration experience Experience managing subcontractor accounts and change control processes Proven ability to produce CVRs, forecasts, and commercial reports Strong understanding of infrastructure project delivery Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills Ability to work autonomously within a project environment If you're an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a background in highways or major infrastructure projects and are looking for your next freelance assignment, we'd be keen to discuss this opportunity further. Apply today for a confidential conversation. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Jun 18, 2026
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A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a major highways programme across the North West. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established project team on a significant civil engineering project, taking responsibility for key commercial activities from project delivery through to final account. Working closely with the Commercial Manager and operational teams, you will play a pivotal role in managing project costs, maximising value recovery, administering NEC contracts, and ensuring strong commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Manage the commercial performance of highways and civil engineering projects Produce and maintain CVRs, forecasts, and commercial reports Administer subcontract accounts from procurement through to final account Manage compensation events, variations, and change control processes Review and administer NEC contracts Prepare and submit applications for payment Monitor project cash flow and commercial performance Negotiate and agree final accounts with clients and subcontractors Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities Support project teams with contractual and commercial advice Ensure accurate reporting and forecasting throughout project delivery Requirements Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within highways or civil engineering Strong NEC contract knowledge and administration experience Experience managing subcontractor accounts and change control processes Proven ability to produce CVRs, forecasts, and commercial reports Strong understanding of infrastructure project delivery Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills Ability to work autonomously within a project environment If you're an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a background in highways or major infrastructure projects and are looking for your next freelance assignment, we'd be keen to discuss this opportunity further. Apply today for a confidential conversation. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Freelance Quantity Surveyor (Civils) needed, Liverpool. Your new company Hays are partnered with a well-established civil engineering contractor, operating nationally, who are seeking a freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support delivery of a long-term highways framework in the North West. As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will: Manage commercial delivery of asphalt surfacing schemes under NEC4 contracts. Oversee subcontractor procurement, payments, and change control. Lead cost forecasting, valuations, and reporting across multiple workstreams. Handle compensation events and ensure NEC4 compliance. Collaborate with delivery teams and maintain strong client relationships. Monitor risks, performance, and framework KPIs. What you'll need to succeed: Strong working knowledge of NEC4 contracts is essentialPrevious UK-based experience is essential. You will not be considered withoutProven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in highways or civil engineering.Experience working on frameworks for local authorities or public sector clients.Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. What we offer: Competitive daily rate (outside IR35)Long-term role on a secure and high-profile framework.Work in the Liverpool area Please apply or email your CV to If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Sep 25, 2025
Seasonal
Freelance Quantity Surveyor (Civils) needed, Liverpool. Your new company Hays are partnered with a well-established civil engineering contractor, operating nationally, who are seeking a freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support delivery of a long-term highways framework in the North West. As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will: Manage commercial delivery of asphalt surfacing schemes under NEC4 contracts. Oversee subcontractor procurement, payments, and change control. Lead cost forecasting, valuations, and reporting across multiple workstreams. Handle compensation events and ensure NEC4 compliance. Collaborate with delivery teams and maintain strong client relationships. Monitor risks, performance, and framework KPIs. What you'll need to succeed: Strong working knowledge of NEC4 contracts is essentialPrevious UK-based experience is essential. You will not be considered withoutProven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in highways or civil engineering.Experience working on frameworks for local authorities or public sector clients.Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. What we offer: Competitive daily rate (outside IR35)Long-term role on a secure and high-profile framework.Work in the Liverpool area Please apply or email your CV to If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Senior Quantity Surveyor Highways / Asset Maintenance Freelance Outside IR35 Up to £550 per day Minimum 3-month contract Cheshire / North West Hybrid (approx. 3 days office-based) The Opportunity A leading national infrastructure and highways services provider is urgently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a major highways asset maintenance contract. This is an Outside IR35 assignment for an initial 3-month term (with potential to extend). Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams. Your primary focus will be to close out claims quickly and effectively, while providing expert commercial support across pre- and post-contract phases. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial activities across the contract lifecycle, from pre-tender through project delivery. Prepare accurate and timely commercial reports and advise senior management on key financial metrics. Manage budgets, cost forecasting, risk registers and change control processes. Oversee contract administration, supply chain procurement and subcontract management. Negotiate and finalise claims, compensation events and final accounts. Provide guidance and support to junior Quantity Surveyors and commercial team members. About You Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in a Quantity Surveying role. Strong background in Highways or Asset Maintenance contracts. Proven track record in closing out claims promptly. Good working knowledge of NEC forms of contract. Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent). Able to start within 1 month and live a commutable distance from the Cheshire office (hybrid working around 3 days on site per week). Rate & Assignment Day Rate: Up to £550 per day (Outside IR35) Duration: Minimum 3 months (with potential for extension) Next Steps This is an urgent requirement. If you are a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with highways or asset maintenance experience and available at short notice, please apply today to arrange an initial Teams interview.
Sep 23, 2025
Contractor
Senior Quantity Surveyor Highways / Asset Maintenance Freelance Outside IR35 Up to £550 per day Minimum 3-month contract Cheshire / North West Hybrid (approx. 3 days office-based) The Opportunity A leading national infrastructure and highways services provider is urgently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a major highways asset maintenance contract. This is an Outside IR35 assignment for an initial 3-month term (with potential to extend). Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams. Your primary focus will be to close out claims quickly and effectively, while providing expert commercial support across pre- and post-contract phases. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial activities across the contract lifecycle, from pre-tender through project delivery. Prepare accurate and timely commercial reports and advise senior management on key financial metrics. Manage budgets, cost forecasting, risk registers and change control processes. Oversee contract administration, supply chain procurement and subcontract management. Negotiate and finalise claims, compensation events and final accounts. Provide guidance and support to junior Quantity Surveyors and commercial team members. About You Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in a Quantity Surveying role. Strong background in Highways or Asset Maintenance contracts. Proven track record in closing out claims promptly. Good working knowledge of NEC forms of contract. Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent). Able to start within 1 month and live a commutable distance from the Cheshire office (hybrid working around 3 days on site per week). Rate & Assignment Day Rate: Up to £550 per day (Outside IR35) Duration: Minimum 3 months (with potential for extension) Next Steps This is an urgent requirement. If you are a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with highways or asset maintenance experience and available at short notice, please apply today to arrange an initial Teams interview.
