Quantity Surveyor

Job Description:

Freelance – Quantity Surveyor

Location: Derby (Office-Based)
Duration: 3+ Months (Strong Potential to Extend)
Rate: Competitive – Outside IR35 (Discussed on Application)

We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a growing workload and strong order book for a well-established civil engineering contractor based in the Midlands.

This is an office-based role in Derby, and candidatesmust be happy to attend the office full-time,particularly during the initial stages, to ensure effective collaboration and support.

The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of live civil engineering projects. Your duties will include:

• Financial management of assigned contracts
• Monthly valuations and cost reporting
• Placing and managing subcontractor orders
• Managing variations and change control
• Ensuring accurate and timely subcontractor payments
• Supporting procurement, cost control, and contract administration
• Working closely with the delivery and commercial teams to ensure successful project outcomes

This role is required to help manage a high workflow and offers strong potential for extension beyond the initial contract period.

About You

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role
• Civil engineering background is essential – applications will only be considered from candidates with experience in:
  • Highways
  • Energy
  • Water
  • Heavy civils / infrastructure
• Experience on projects such as energy schemes, substations, battery storage, or similar infrastructure works is highly desirable
• Confident managing subcontractors, project finances, and commercial reporting
• Proactive, hands-on approach with strong communication skills
• Comfortable working in an office-based team environment

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or further information , please call or email Emma Marshall

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation