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Senior Quantity Surveyor
- Posted 19 March 2026
- Salary £400 - 500 per day
- LocationFolkestone
- Job type Contract - Full Time
- Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
- ReferenceJO0000065484
Job description
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to take the lead on a high-profile highways project on the South Coast? This is a standout freelance opportunity in Kent offering LTD payment, with the chance to play a key role in delivering critical infrastructure works.
We're seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic project team on a major highways scheme in Kent. You'll be commercially responsible for overseeing project costs, contracts, and financial performance, ensuring value is maximised and risks are effectively managed throughout the lifecycle of the works.
This role offers:
·Competitive day rate (LTD)
·Long-term contract potential
·Involvement in a significant highways infrastructure project
·Autonomy and influence within a professional, collaborative team
You'll bring:
·Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on highways or civil engineering projects
·Strong knowledge of NEC contracts (essential)
·Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills
·Ability to manage subcontractors, variations, and cost reporting
·A proactive, solutions-driven mindset
Whether you're between contracts or looking for your next long-term freelance assignment, this role offers both stability and impact.
If you're ready to step into a rewarding role with a top-tier project, Apply Now or call Brett on 02393 876215.
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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