Senior Quantity Surveyor (Freelance)

Location: Paddington, London

Rate: Up to £380 per day

Duration: 12 months

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a key new build residential project based in Paddington. This is a freelance opportunity for an initial 12-month contract, with a strong focus on driving the project through to successful completion.

This role is ideally suited to a commercially astute professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and has a proven track record of delivering projects “over the line.”

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all commercial aspects of the project from current stage through to completion

Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations, and final accounts

Ensure effective cost control and financial reporting

Identify and mitigate commercial risks

Liaise closely with project teams, stakeholders, and site management

Drive value engineering where appropriate

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on residential new build projects

Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial management

Demonstrable ability to manage projects through final stages to completion

Excellent negotiation and communication skills

Self-motivated and able to work independently

What's on Offer:

Competitive daily rate of up to £380

Long-term freelance opportunity (12 months)

High-profile residential development

Opportunity to play a key role in project delivery

If you are a results-driven Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to take ownership of a project's final stages, we'd like to hear from you