Senior Quantity Surveyor

Austin Fraser; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor | Residential | Southampton

Have you worked on large-scale, complex residential projects? Do you thrive in challenging environments, solving problems and driving projects forward? Looking for a long-term freelance role offering stability and impact?

About the Company

Our client is a leading contractor delivering high-quality residential schemes across the UK. They are currently working on a large-scale, 350+ unit residential development in Southampton, which presents a unique and complex set of challenges. This is a distressed site, requiring an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who excels in problem-solving and can bring structure, control, and commercial expertise to the project.

About the Role

This is a freelance opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in managing the commercial aspects of a challenging residential project. With two years remaining on the scheme, this role offers long-term stability and the chance to make a significant impact in delivering a successful outcome.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of the project.
2. Identify and resolve complex issues related to cost, procurement, and programme.
3. Work closely with the site team to ensure cost control and financial reporting.
4. Conduct risk analysis and mitigation strategies.
5. Lead negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers.
6. Prepare and review valuations, variations, and final accounts.
7. Ensure compliance with contracts and commercial best practices.
8. Provide strategic input to improve project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Requirements

1. Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large-scale residential projects.
2. Strong problem-solving skills and experience handling complex project challenges.
3. Ability to work on a distressed site, implementing commercial strategies to improve project outcomes.
4. Expertise in cost control, contract management, and procurement.
5. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
6. Strong understanding of JCT contracts and relevant construction regulations.

Benefits

1. Freelance role with long-term stability - 2-year scheme.
2. Work on a high-profile, complex project.
3. Competitive day rate.
4. Opportunity to make a real impact and drive solutions on a challenging site.

If you have the experience and problem-solving mindset needed for this role, apply now to discuss further!

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.

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