Interim Quantity Surveyor - Building Envelope
Remote (UK-wide) with regular site visits | Competitive day rate | ASAP start
An experienced Quantity Surveyor is needed on an interim basis for a growing specialist building envelope contractor. The role is location-independent, with regular site visits.
Role: Interim Quantity Surveyor
Sector: Building envelope - roofing, cladding and façades
Location: UK-wide, remote with regular site visits
Contract: Interim / contract, initial term with scope to extend
Rate: Competitive day rate, depending on experience
Start: ASAP
My client is a well-established specialist building envelope contractor that designs and installs roofing, cladding and façade systems. They are growing fast and expanding their Commercial team to support a strong pipeline of projects.
They have a people-first culture, a strong focus on health, safety and wellbeing, and a real commitment to developing their staff.
The Role
You will manage the commercial side of envelope packages from start to final account. You'll step in quickly and keep projects on track while the business grows.
- Measure and value roofing, cladding, rainscreen and curtain walling packages
- Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment to main contractors
- Manage variations, change control and early warning notices
- Handle contra-charges and resolve commercial disputes
- Procure and manage supply chain packages, including long-lead materials
- Produce cost-value reconciliations (CVRs), cost reports and cash flow forecasts
- Agree final accounts with clients and subcontractors
- Support project teams on contractual matters (JCT and NEC)
- Visit sites regularly to measure, check progress and meet clients
About You
Essential:
- Proven QS experience with a specialist envelope subcontractor: roofing, cladding, façades, rainscreen or curtain walling
- Strong measurement skills and confidence valuing packages from drawings
- Experience preparing applications, valuing variations and agreeing final accounts with main contractors
- Good working knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts
- Able to work independently and remotely, travelling to sites when needed
- Available at short notice
Desirable:
- Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
- MRICS, or working towards it
- Experience on large commercial, industrial or mission-critical projects
- Experience with take-off software such as CostX or Bluebeam
What's on Offer
- Competitive day rate
- Remote working with flexible site visits
- An immediate start on live envelope projects
- A business that is growing, with real scope to extend the contract
Interim Quantity Surveyor - Building Envelope in Birmingham employer: Joshua Robert Recruitment Limited
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor with us, you'll enjoy a dynamic work culture that values autonomy and innovation, allowing you to take ownership of significant projects in London and beyond. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work on high-impact EPC/EPCM programmes that shape the future of infrastructure and energy. Join a team that prioritises collaboration and excellence, ensuring your contributions are recognised and rewarded.
Contact Details:
Joshua Robert Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
