Senior Quantity Surveyor
Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor – High-Rise Project | Cardiff
Location: Cardiff, UK
Contract Type: Freelance
Start Date: Immediate / Negotiable
Project Duration: Ongoing
Day Rate:Â Competitive Daily Rate
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team on a landmark high-rise development in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional to play a key role in the successful delivery of a major city-centre scheme.
You will be overseeing the full commercial lifecycle of the project, working closely with the project management and site teams, and reporting directly to the Commercial Director. The ideal candidate will be confident managing complex packages on high-value schemes and thrive in a fast-paced construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead cost management on a large-scale high-rise residential/mixed-use development
Manage subcontractor procurement, tendering, and contract negotiation
Monitor project budgets, valuations, and variations
Prepare and submit monthly cost reports and final accounts
Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams to ensure commercial goals are met
Ensure compliance with contract terms and manage risk and opportunity effectively
Provide mentorship and oversight to junior QS staff (if applicable)
Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on high-rise or major residential/commercial projects
Strong knowledge of UK construction contracts (JCT/D&B)
Demonstrated ability to manage multi-million-pound packages
Excellent cost control, reporting, and negotiation skills
Self-motivated, reliable, and comfortable working independently
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar discipline
Chartership (MRICS) but not essential