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Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor | Residential | Southampton
Have you worked on large-scale, complex residential projects?
Do you thrive in challenging environments, solving problems and driving projects forward?
Looking for a long-term freelance role offering stability and impact?
About the Company
Our client is a leading contractor delivering high-quality residential schemes across the UK. They are currently working on a large-scale, 350+ unit residential development in Southampton, which presents a unique and complex set of challenges. This is a distressed site, requiring an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who excels in problem-solving and can bring structure, control, and commercial expertise to the project.
About the Role
This is a freelance opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in managing the commercial aspects of a challenging residential project. With two years remaining on the scheme, this role offers long-term stability and the chance to make a significant impact in delivering a successful outcome.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of the project.
* Identify and resolve complex issues related to cost, procurement, and programme.
* Work closely with the site team to ensure cost control and financial reporting.
* Conduct risk analysis and mitigation strategies.
* Lead negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers.
* Prepare and review valuations, variations, and final accounts.
* Ensure compliance with contracts and commercial best practices.
* Provide strategic input to improve project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large-scale residential projects.
* Strong problem-solving skills and experience handling complex project challenges.
* Ability to work on a distressed site, implementing commercial strategies to improve project outcomes.
* Expertise in cost control, contract management, and procurement.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong understanding of JCT contracts and relevant construction regulations.
* Freelance role with long-term stability - 2-year scheme.
* Work on a high-profile, complex project.
* Opportunity to make a real impact and drive solutions on a challenging site.
If you have the experience and problem-solving mindset needed for this role, apply now to discuss further!
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