Project Quantity Surveyor

Posted 05 February 2026
Salary £400 per day
LocationIpswich
Job type Contract - Full Time
Job duration12 Months
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000064241

Job description

Project Quantity Surveyor (PQS) - Freelance

Are you an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor with a civil engineering background and NEC3 contract expertise? Looking for a long-term freelance role with the potential to grow into a stable position?

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Project QS (PQS) to join their team near Ipswich. This role will be initially based on-site and in-office 5 days per week, supporting multiple construction schemes, including utilities, compounds, ducting & drainage, and upcoming roadworks. You'll be joining a team committed to high-quality delivery, with the potential for a long-term freelance work.
 
·Rate: £400/day
·Contract: 6 months initial, with strong intention to roll-on
·Location: Ipswich area
 
Responsibilities:
oCommercial and contractual management under NEC3 contracts (Essential)
oCivils Background (Essential)
oSupporting AC&E requirements (very important)
 
·Benefits: Immediate start, long term freelance work and involvement in a variety of civil engineering projects

If you're ready to take your Project Quantity Surveyor career to the next level and join a team for the long haul, Apply Now or Call Brett on 02393876215. Don't miss this chance to work on diverse, high-profile civil engineering projects.
 
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this job technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for jobs very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current job for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Parking professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Brett at Carrington West on 02393 876 215. 
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