Quantity Surveyor

Freelance Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

📍 Swansea
💰 Competitive Day Rate (Outside IR35 Available)
📅 Start Date: July 2026
⏳ Duration: 40 Weeks
🏗️ New Build Industrial Project | Approx. £30m Value

Buildforce Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor on behalf of a reputable contractor delivering a major industrial development in Swansea.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile scheme from an early stage and play a key role in the commercial delivery of a £30 million new-build industrial facility.

The Project

The project comprises a large-scale industrial and logistics development, including a steel frame warehouse, associated office, external works, and infrastructure packages.

The scheme will be delivered under a JCT Contract, with a programme duration of approximately 40 weeks.

The Role

Reporting into the Commercial Lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day commercial management of the project, ensuring cost control, procurement, subcontractor management, and financial reporting are delivered effectively throughout the construction programme.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing subcontractor procurement and accounts
• Valuations, variations, and change control
• Cost reporting and forecasting
• Preparation of CVRs
• Contract administration under JCT
• Managing applications and payments
• Liaising with site, operational, and commercial teams
• Supporting the successful commercial delivery of the project

Requirements

To be considered, candidates should have:

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Experience working on industrial, logistics, commercial, manufacturing, or large-scale construction projects
• Strong knowledge of JCT forms of contract
• Main contractor or specialist contractor background
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting the wider project team

What's on Offer?

✅ Competitive day rate
✅ Outside IR35 opportunity available
✅ 40 weeks of secured work
✅ High-profile £30m industrial development
✅ Immediate involvement in a flagship project
✅ Opportunity to work with an established and respected contractor

This opportunity would suit an experienced QS or SQS looking for a long-term freelance assignment on a major industrial scheme with a strong project team and clear programme of works.

📞 For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Heather Duncan for more information.