Quantity Surveyor Jobs UK

Hiring a QS or searching quantity surveyor jobs UK-wide? We place quantity surveyors across construction and civils, from graduate through to senior level, matched to the sector and project type you want to work in.

We handle compliance in-house, from right to work checks through to references, so candidates are ready to start quickly with support at every step.

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What a Quantity Surveyor Does

A quantity surveyor manages the costs of a construction or civils project, from early estimates and tendering through to valuations and final accounts, working closely with site teams and clients to keep budgets on track.

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QSs at every level Graduate through to senior and freelance

Compliance handled in-house Checks coordinated before you start

Freelance and Contract QS Roles

Not every QS wants a permanent role. We also work on freelance and contract positions, matched to project length and rate.

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Freelance QS
Project-based work matched to your availability.

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Contract QS
Fixed-term roles for project peaks and cover.

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Payroll Handled
Managed payroll for contract and freelance placements.

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For employers

Need a QS who can start without delay? We supply vetted quantity surveyors for construction and civils projects.

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For candidates

Looking for your next QS role? Search live quantity surveyor jobs or register your details.

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Quantity Surveyor Jobs in Wales and the South West

We're a Cardiff-based agency with strong roots in Wales and the South West, alongside quantity surveyor placements UK-wide.

🏭️ South Wales

Our home turf, with genuine local market knowledge.

🗺️ South West England

QS placements across Bristol and the wider South West.

🗺️ UK-Wide

Quantity surveyor roles across construction and civils UK-wide.

Why Work with Rhino Recruitment

QS hiring means matching genuine cost management experience to the project, not just a general CV match.

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Clear briefing

We get clear on the role, project and timeline before search begins.

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Targeted search

We look for candidates with genuine QS experience.

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Fast turnaround

We move quickly on urgent briefs without cutting corners.

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Ongoing support

We support you through compliance, payroll and onboarding.

Quantity Surveyor Jobs by Career Stage

See our Civil Engineering Recruitment page for wider civils role detail.

Trainee QS ＋

Trainee Quantity Surveyors
Assistant Quantity Surveyors
QS Apprentices
Cost Assistants

Graduate QS ＋

Graduate Quantity Surveyors
Junior Cost Consultants
Graduate Cost Managers
Measurement Surveyors

Junior QS ＋

Junior Quantity Surveyors
Cost Consultants
Site Quantity Surveyors
Commercial Assistants

Senior QS ＋

Senior Quantity Surveyors
Project Quantity Surveyors
Freelance Quantity Surveyors
Cost Managers

Leadership Roles ＋

Associate Quantity Surveyors
Commercial Managers
Directors of Commercial
Contracts Managers

Quantity Surveyor Recruitment Services

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Permanent Recruitment

Long-term appointments matched on fit.

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Temporary Recruitment

Contract cover for peaks in demand.

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Payroll Service

Managed payroll, paid on time.

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Freelance Placements

Project-based QS work matched to your availability.

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Compliance Handling

Right to work checks handled in-house.

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Onboarding Support

Coordinated onboarding, no delay.

Simple Hiring Process

We agree the role, project and timeline required

We source candidates with the right QS experience

We coordinate interviews and offers without delay

We support compliance and onboarding so staff are ready to start

What Employers Get When They Hire Through Rhino

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QSs at every career stage, ready to start

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Fast turnaround on urgent briefs

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Candidates vetted for genuine cost management experience

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Compliance handled through one joined-up process

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Freelance, contract and permanent options covered

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One team managing the process from brief to placement

What Working with Rhino Feels Like

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Rhino found us a senior QS with genuine civils experience within days.

Civils contractor client

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Fast, straightforward and they understand our commercial process.

Construction client

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They matched us a freelance QS for a tight deadline project.

Residential developer client

Quantity Surveyor FAQs

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What qualifications do I need to become a QS in the UK?

Most QS roles ask for a relevant degree or an RICS-accredited qualification, though many start through an apprenticeship or trainee route. Graduate and trainee roles are open to those still working towards accreditation.

What's the difference between a graduate and senior QS role?

A graduate QS supports cost management under supervision while building experience. A senior QS runs the commercial side of a project independently, managing budgets, valuations and client relationships.

Does Rhino Recruitment place freelance or contract quantity surveyors?

Yes. We work on freelance, contract and permanent quantity surveyor roles, matched to project length and the rate you're looking for.

What sectors does Rhino recruit QSs for?

We recruit quantity surveyors across construction and civils, working with employers in Wales, the South West and UK-wide.

How much does a quantity surveyor earn in the UK?

Pay for quantity surveyors varies by career stage, sector and location. Speak to our team for current market rates on live roles.

What's the difference between a QS and a cost manager?

The terms are often used interchangeably. Cost manager can describe a broader commercial role, while quantity surveyor more commonly refers to a hands-on, project-based role. In practice, the work overlaps significantly.

Need a Quantity Surveyor?

If your brief involves a graduate, senior, freelance or contract QS, Rhino Recruitment is ready to help.

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