Freelance Quantity Surveyor - Southampton Freelance Senior Quantity SurveyorLocation: SouthamptonContract Length: Initial 6+ monthsRate: £400-£450 per dayEngagement: Ltd Company or PAYE only (NO CIS)A well-established regional contractor with a strong presence across the South Coast is looking to bring in a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial side of a £10 million public sector, commercial and leisure refurbishment project in Southampton.The project is entering a key pre-construction and procurement phase, and you''ll play a hands-on role in shaping the commercial approach before supporting the scheme as it progresses on site. This is a 6/7 -month contract position, with regular site involvement required, alongside hybrid working flexibility depending on workload and project needs.About the ProjectThe scheme is a large-scale commercial refurbishment, involving significant pre-construction input, trade procurement, and phased delivery. The project demands strong commercial control, coordination with design and site teams, and clear cost certainty as works progress from pre-con into construction.The scope includes:Pre-construction commercial planning and cost controlProcurement of multiple trade packagesRefurbishment works within an active commercial environmentTransition from pre-con into site deliveryResponsibilitiesLead commercial management of a £10m refurbishment projectOversee pre-construction activities, including cost planning and risk managementPrepare, is