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Groundworks Quantity Surveyor

salary
GBP
£
£
350
-
450
per
day
+
industry
Construction
role type
Permanent
location
Northwich, Cheshire
(
England
)
job posted
July 27, 2026
reference
QSGWCW01
Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager - Residential Groundworks

Location - Northwich

Rate - £350 - £450 per day (Freelance / Ltd Company or Self-Employed)

About the Company

Our client is a well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor operating throughout the North West, delivering high-quality infrastructure and groundwork packages for some of the region's leading residential developers. Their expertise spans roads and sewers, foundations, drainage, reinforced concrete works, earthworks, retaining structures, plot works, and external infrastructure.

With a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and repeat business, they are looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to support a growing portfolio of residential groundworks projects.

The Role

As Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for:

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Managing the commercial delivery of multiple residential groundworks schemes
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Producing CVRs, cost reports, forecasts, and commercial reporting
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Preparing valuations, applications for payment, variations, and final accounts
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Procuring and managing subcontractor packages
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Monitoring project costs and maximising commercial performance
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Managing contractual risk and resolving commercial issues
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Working closely with Directors and operational teams to ensure successful project delivery
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Maintaining excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors, and developers

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager will have:

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Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager
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Strong residential groundworks and civil engineering experience
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Previous experience working with leading North West house builders
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Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge
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Strong CVR, cost reporting, and forecasting experience
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple live projects
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Full UK Driving Licence

What's on Offer

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£350 - £450 per day
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Freelance engagement via Ltd Company or Self-Employed basis
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Long-term contract opportunity
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Immediate start available
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Opportunity to work on a strong pipeline of residential developments across the North West
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Supportive and experienced operational team

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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How To Apply

If you're interested in this role please send us an email with your CV and a member of the team will be in touch right away.

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