Senior Quantity Surveyor – Groundworks - Freelance

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Freelance Location: Derby City Centre Rate: £400 per day (approximately) Duration: Long-term freelance opportunity Start: ASAP We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major new-build manufacturing facility project in Derby. The successful candidate will have strong civil engineering, groundworks and new-build experience, ideally having worked on industrial or manufacturing developments. Key Responsibilities * Commercial management of a new-build manufacturing facility. * Managing the commercial aspects of groundworks and civil engineering packages. * Valuations, applications for payment and cost reporting. * Managing variations, subcontractor accounts and payments. * Procurement and management of subcontract packages. * Cost forecasting and budget management. * Working closely with the project and site teams. * Managing commercial risks and identifying potential savings. * Reviewing and agreeing subcontractor accounts. * Supporting the delivery of drainage, foundations and associated groundworks. * Maintaining accurate commercial records and reporting. Experience Required * Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor. * Strong civil engineering and groundworks background. * Experience with drainage and foundations. * Experience working on new-build industrial, manufacturing or similar facilities. * Understanding of typical groundworks associated with large industrial sheds. * Strong subcontractor and commercial management experience. * Excellent communication skills with clear spoken English. * Able to work independently and take ownership of the commercial function. Project Information * Initial project value: approximately £1m. * New-build manufacturing facility. * Further project anticipated within the next 12 months, with an estimated value of £2.5m. * Opportunity for continued freelance work across both projects. Apply now for immediate consideration