Freelance Quantity Surveyor

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering Location: Wakefield Contract Type: Freelance Duration: Ongoing Rate: Dependant on Experience The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a range of internal civil engineering projects based in Wakefield. This role is focused on commercial management, costing, and forecasting across ongoing works rather than site-based delivery. This is an ideal opportunity for a QS who is commercially strong, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing project finances within a civils environment. Key Responsibilities * Preparation and management of project costings and budgets * Ongoing cost reporting and commercial forecasting * Monitoring project performance against financial targets * Managing and tracking variations and change control * Supporting procurement and subcontractor commercial processes * Producing CVRs and financial reports * Identifying commercial risks and opportunities * Liaising with internal teams to ensure accurate financial control Requirements * Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering * Strong experience in costing, forecasting, and financial reporting * Experience working on internal or framework-based projects (desirable) * Good understanding of NEC contracts (preferred) * Strong analytical and commercial awareness * Ability to work independently and manage multiple workstreams * Proficient in Excel and commercial reporting tools