Assistant Quantity Surveyor — Grow in Cost Management

Altus Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Altus Intelligence Academy

Flexible work model

Total rewards package

Job summary

Altus Group in Sydney is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support cost analyses, take-offs, valuations and cash flows across construction projects. You will assist with feasibility studies, cost plans and client relations to help manage costs.

The ideal candidate is a student or graduate working towards QS accreditation or construction management, with 0-2 years of experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a high-performance team.

Qualifications

• Working towards an accreditation in Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management.
• 0-2 years' Quantity Surveying experience (not required, current students accepted).
• Membership in an approved Professional Body (AIQS, RICS, CIOB).
• Knowledge of the local construction industry including development, contracting and consulting sectors.
• Strong analytic and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated with a high degree of integrity, honesty and ethics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support cost analyses, estimates, cost plans and feasibility studies for construction projects.
• Assist with trade and elemental take-off;
• Assist with measuring quantities for variations and managing risks in relation to changes;
• Undertake site visit and complete valuations of work complete on site;
• Prepare cash flows;
• Assist with client relations and assist in establishing a client's requirements;
• Support expert advice on cost-effective construction methods and materials.
• Undertake cost analysis and feasibility studies.

Skills

Quantity Surveying knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Integrity

Education

Quantity Surveying accreditation pursuit

Job description

Altus Group in Sydney is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support cost analyses, take-offs, valuations and cash flows across construction projects. You will assist with feasibility studies, cost plans and client relations to help manage costs.

The ideal candidate is a student or graduate working towards QS accreditation or construction management, with 0-2 years of experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a high-performance team.