Estimator / QS (Civil Construction)

Our client is a well-established civil construction business with a strong national footprint and a reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects across New Zealand. With a long-standing presence in the Three Waters, energy, and heavy civil sectors, the business continues to grow under a wider infrastructure group, offering stability, scale, and ongoing project diversity.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator / QS to step into a hands-on role where you will be involved across tendering, pricing, and project delivery support within a high-performing commercial team.

The Role

You will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates across a range of civil infrastructure projects, while supporting project delivery teams with commercial insight and cost control throughout the lifecycle of works.

Projects include:

• Water infrastructure (Three Waters)

• Electrical substations and energy infrastructure

• Solar farm developments

• Complex earthworks, drainage, and concrete structures (in-situ and precast)

You will work closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure robust pricing and strong commercial outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and scope documents

• Building strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers for accurate pricing

• Supporting contract handovers and project setup

• Providing commercial input during project delivery phases

• Assisting with mentoring junior team members where required

• Ensuring accuracy, consistency, and commercial integrity across all estimates

About You

You will bring:

• A qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction, or Estimating (or equivalent experience)

• At least 3–5+ years’ experience in civil construction estimating or QS roles in NZ

• Strong numerical capability and commercial awareness

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

• Good communication skills and a collaborative working style

• Strong MS Office capability (especially Excel)

• Eligibility to work permanently in New Zealand

If we have piqued your interest, press APPLY NOW or 096005153 email [email protected]

Note we will only be accepting applications from those who have relevant New Zealand experience.  Only short-listed applicants will be contacted and that will be within 5 working days from receipt of your expression of interest