Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Earthworks & Drainage (NEC Option E) Location: Rotherham / Barnsley / Sheffield Area Contract Type: Freelance | Immediate Start | Ongoing (12 months) We are looking for a freelance Quantity Surveyor with extensive experience in drainage, earthworks, and environmental infrastructure to join a dynamic infrastructure project in South Yorkshire. The ideal candidate should be local to the region and available immediately, capable of independently managing post-contract commercial responsibilities under NEC Option E. Project Highlights: Deep drainage installations (6m depths) Complex earthworks with lime stabilisation Wetland and reed bed integration On-site Silt buster water treatment setup with chemical dosing Evolving earthworks strategy requiring meticulous cost tracking Responsibilities: Lead the commercial management of Compensation Events (NEC Option E) Prepare and manage detailed cost submissions and applications for payment Collect, analyse, and compile site records, timesheets, plant returns, and material costs Liaise with project management and site teams to track change events and value works Manage subcontractor comparisons and support procurement strategy as needed Provide commercial insight and ensure accurate cost forecasting Requirements: Proven experience in similar roles, ideally within earthworks, drainage, wetland construction, or environmental infrastructure Strong working knowledge of NEC Contracts – particularly Option E Ability to manage high volumes of commercial admin with excellent attention to detail Familiarity with PMI and Compensation Event processes Proactive, organized, and confident in operating autonomously Local to the South Yorkshire area (Rotherham / Barnsley / Sheffield) Preferred Experience: Wetland construction and reed bed systems Lime stabilization methods and earthworks planning Complex drainage systems and temporary works