QS / Estimator
Job Description
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join a well-established construction company in Auckland, New Zealand. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of commercial, residential and light civil construction projects while combining quantity surveying, estimating and project coordination responsibilities. The successful candidate will play a key role in cost planning, tendering, procurement and project delivery, with opportunities to take on project management responsibilities when required. Accredited Work Visa Sponsorship is available for suitable overseas applicants.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with clients to assess project requirements and prepare project scopes
- Prepare detailed cost estimates, quotations, tenders and project budgets
- Monitor project costs, variations, progress claims and financial reporting
- Coordinate procurement of materials and subcontractor services
- Manage subcontractor agreements and contract administration
- Support project planning, scheduling and cost control throughout project delivery
- Assist with project management responsibilities on selected projects
- Ensure projects are completed within agreed budgets, timelines and quality standards
- Provide advice on construction methods, compliance and New Zealand building requirements
- Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal project teams
- Maintain compliance with Health & Safety and Quality Assurance procedures
- Contribute to successful delivery of commercial, residential and light civil construction projects
Requirements & Eligibility
- Minimum 3 years of Quantity Surveying or Estimating experience within the New Zealand construction industry
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
- Previous hands-on construction or building industry experience in New Zealand
- Strong knowledge of the New Zealand Building Code and construction compliance requirements
- Previous LBP experience or accreditation will be highly regarded
- Excellent estimating, budgeting and cost management skills
- Experience managing tenders, procurement and subcontractor contracts
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects and work under changing priorities
- Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Knowledge of Health & Safety and Quality Assurance processes
- Current driver's licence preferred
Special Instructions
Eligible to obtain or hold a New Zealand Accredited Employer Work Visa (visa sponsorship available for suitable candidates).
Sponsorship & Employer Details
Location: Waitakere, New Zealand
Status: Accredited Employer (NZ)