Senior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a highly experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator. This role plays a key part in shaping commercially successful projects from tender through to completion, with a heavy emphasis on vertical construction and structural concrete and precast elements.

About the role:

• Lead preparation of accurate, competitive pre-construction estimates and tender submissions for high-rise developments.

• Conduct detailed quantity take-offs and pricing for materials, labour, plant and subcontract packages with a focus on concrete and precast works.

• Manage contract administration throughout the project lifecycle, including progress claims, interim valuations and final accounts.

• Prepare, review and negotiate variations, claims and cost adjustments with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Support project teams with commercial reporting, risk and value management, and forecasting to ensure financial targets are met.

• Establish and maintain strong stakeholder relationships with internal teams, external consultants and subcontract partners.

• Drive continuous improvement of estimating tools, processes and cost control systems.

About You

• Senior level experience in quantity surveying / estimating within high-rise, commercial or major structural projects (ideally involving concrete and precast delivery).

• Have proven ability to prepare and present progress claims, variations and commercial correspondence with clarity and accuracy.

• Strong understanding of NZ construction methods, materials, and costs, particularly relating to concrete and precast structural works.

• Excellent interpreting skills for construction drawings, specifications and contract documentation.

• Numerical, analytical and negotiation skills, with meticulous attention to detail.

• Effective communicator capable of building rapport across project stakeholders.

• Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related discipline; a professional membership is a plus.

If you have a strong background in high-rise construction estimating, contract administration, and a passion for excellence in commercial delivery we want to hear from you.

Press APPLY NOW, call 096005153 or email [email protected]

Note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and this will be within 5 working days from receipt of expression of interest.  Offshore applications will not be accepted as NZ experience is essential.