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Freelance QS in 2026: The Real Numbers, Risks and Rewards (EP 254)
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- Own The Build
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- Feb 16, 2026
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Summary
In this episode, Paul is joined by Amy Connor from Clear North — a QS-focused recruitment specialist who supports freelance quantity surveyors across the UK. Amy describes herself as “the QS agent”, helping QSs stay off job boards, understand the freelance market, and make informed, sustainable career decisions. This is a practical, no-hype conversation about what freelance life really looks like in 2026. Paul and Amy explore why more QSs are considering freelancing — from burnout and lack of...