Senior Quantity Surveyor in Chelmsford, Essex
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Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor
Essex
Residential & Mixed-Use Developer
Contract / Freelance (Outside IR35)
Competitive Day Rate | Long-Term Pipeline
A well-established, forward-thinking property developer is seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support multiple residential and mixed-use developments across Essex.
This is a long-term freelance opportunity offering end-to-end commercial responsibility, flexible working, and exposure to high-quality, community-focused schemes within a strong and growing development pipeline.
The Role
You will take full ownership of the commercial and financial management of several live projects, working closely with the in-house development, design, and delivery teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead commercial management from feasibility through to final account
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Prepare and manage cost plans, budgets, and financial forecasts
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Manage procurement, tendering, and contract negotiations
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Oversee valuations, variations, and final account agreements
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Produce clear, accurate commercial reports for senior stakeholders
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Identify value engineering opportunities and manage commercial risk
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Collaborate closely with internal teams to support smooth project delivery
About You
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5+ years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor (developer, contractor, or consultancy)
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Strong background in residential and mixed-use developments
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Proven ability to manage multiple schemes independently
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Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar (RICS desirable, not essential)
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Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and communication skills
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Comfortable working on a freelance / contractor basis (Outside IR35)
What’s on Offer
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Competitive day rate (Outside IR35)
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Hybrid / flexible working
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Long-term contract potential with a strong pipeline of work
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Exposure to prestigious developments across Essex & the South East
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Supportive, collaborative development team
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Involvement across the full development lifecycle
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- Location:
- Chelmsford
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Quantity Surveyor, Surveyor, Senior, Quantity Surveying / Q.S, Surveying