Civil Site QS - Cost Tracking & Claims Lead

Ava James Recruitment; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ava James Recruitment is seeking a Site Quantity Surveyor for a site-based role supporting multiple active civil projects in Western Australia. You will work closely with Site Supervisors, Engineers and Project Managers, responsible for site level cost tracking, quantity verification, progress measurement and commercial reporting.

The role focuses on aligning field production with commercial outcomes, supporting claims preparation, variation tracking and providing practical commercial insight to

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a civil construction commercial or QS role.
• Strong capability in cost tracking, measurement, claims preparation and reconciliation.
• Understanding of contract structures and site reporting frameworks.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects.
• Clear communicator with strong documentation standards and commercial integrity.
• White Card and current Australian Drivers Licence.
• Salary range DOE: $100k-$140k + Super + Vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Measure and verify quantities of completed works across active sites
• Monitor subcontractor and supplier performance against scope
• Support preparation of monthly progress claims with accurate data inputs
• Assist with variation assessment and cost impacts resulting from program changes
• Update short term lookaheads based on actual quantities and production rates
• Reconcile actual site performance against budget forecasts and program expectations
• Identify cost impacts relating to access constraints, sequencing issues or productivity variances
• Record daily outputs including labour, plant and materials to ensure defensible cost tracking
• Ensure all commercial reporting and claim data is accurate, complete and auditable
• Escalate emerging commercial risks to the Project Manager and Commercial Manager

Education

Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Job description

Ava James Recruitment is seeking a Site Quantity Surveyor for a site-based role supporting multiple active civil projects in Western Australia. You will work closely with Site Supervisors, Engineers and Project Managers, responsible for site level cost tracking, quantity verification, progress measurement and commercial reporting.

The role focuses on aligning field production with commercial outcomes, supporting claims preparation, variation tracking and providing practical commercial insight to