Location: Cambridge (site in Baldock)
Contract: Freelance – 6 Months (outside IR35) Client open to 3-5 days
Rate: £300–£450 per day
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
A freelance Quantity Surveyor is required for a high‑tech processing plant fit‑out programme in North Hertfordshire. This is a hands‑on role working for a specialist subcontractor delivering internal packages on complex industrial and technical schemes. You’ll work closely with a commercially minded Director and be based mainly on site, managing day‑to‑day commercial activity and ensuring accurate records, measurements and cost control.
Scope of Works
• Fireboarding
• Dry lining and ceilings
• Firestopping
• Flooring and resin systems
• Internal and fire‑rated doors (plus some external doors)
• Roller shutters and fire curtains
Key Responsibilities
• Take‑offs and measurement of materials for ordering
• Daily worksheets, record keeping and commercial tracking
• Manage internal fit‑out packages from procurement through to final account
• Prepare subcontract orders, variations and payment applications (NEC preferred)
• Material price checks, benchmarking and supply chain comparisons
• Manage subcontractor accounts including valuations, change control and payment notices
• Validate dayworks, site records and progress
• Produce cost reports, forecasts and value tracking
• Support procurement, tender analysis and package recommendations
• Regular site presence to walk the works and verify progress
• Build strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and delivery teams
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities
Person Specification
• Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor
• Background with a main contractor or subcontractor
• Experience across internal fit‑out, fire protection, dry lining, ceilings, flooring or similar packages
• Hands‑on approach with strong take‑off, measurement and ordering skills
• Confident managing worksheets, dayworks and site‑based records
• Strong commercial management skills across procurement, variations, cost reporting and final accounts
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, quality‑driven environment
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Able to manage multiple work packages accurately
Qualifications
• HNC or above in a construction‑related discipline
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management preferred
• NEC contract knowledge preferred
• CSCS card (ESSENTIAL)
Salary description
£300.00 - £500.00 per day