Freelance Quantity Surveyor

Anderselite are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor who have an upcoming requirement an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support projects across the North East.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing full commercial support from pre-contract through to final account, ensuring accurate cost control, reporting, and contract management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontractor enquiries, orders, and payments.

• Manage and monitor project costs, valuations, and variations.

• Produce accurate monthly cost reports, cashflow forecasts, and interim valuations.

• Support tender submissions and assist with pricing of works.

• Ensure compliance with NEC contracts (and other forms where applicable).

• Prepare and agree final accounts with clients and subcontractors.

• Liaise with project managers, site teams, and senior management to drive commercial efficiency.

• Identify and manage risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts.

• Excellent cost management and commercial reporting skills.

• Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple projects.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

• Based in or able to cover projects across the North East region.

• Must hold appropriate insurances (professional indemnity, public liability).

Please send your CV to Anderselite or contact our team for a confidential discussion.