Quantity Surveyor

Cohaven; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohaven is seeking a capable Quantity Surveyor to advance their career within a boutique cost consultancy. You will work across pre and post contract cost management, providing cost advice on multiple projects and collaborating with clients, architects and project teams.

Join a close-knit team where senior leaders offer guidance and autonomy to grow toward Senior Quantity Surveyor over the next 12–18 months.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years’ experience in quantity surveying, cost management or related role.
• Experience across pre and post contract cost management services.
• Ready to progress toward Senior Quantity Surveyor within 12–18 months.
• Strong technical and commercial awareness with attention to detail.
• Clear communication with clients and project teams.
• Proactive and able to work independently within a team.
• Degree in quantity surveying or related discipline; professional body preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cost planning, estimating and cost management on multiple projects.
• Prepare cost plans, estimates, bills of quantities and cost reports.
• Assist with tender evaluation, tender analysis and procurement advice.
• Assess variations, progress claims and other commercial matters.
• Attend site inspections and prepare monthly progress claim assessments.
• Assist with final accounts, claims review and contract administration support.
• Provide clear, reliable and commercially sound cost advice.
• Build relationships with clients, consultants and project teams through professional communication.

Skills

Experience: 4–8 years

Technical skills

Clear communication

Client engagement

Education

Degree qualified in quantity surveying or related

Chartership with AIQS or RICS (preferred)

Job description

Are you a skilled Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career? Cohaven is growing, and we’re looking for a motivated QS to join our talented, close-knit team.

Quantity Surveyor – Join a Dynamic, Boutique Consultancy

Are you a skilled Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career? Cohaven is growing, and we’re looking for a motivated QS to join our talented, close-knit team.

About Us

Cohaven is a boutique cost consultancy known for delivering high quality, detail driven cost advice across specialised sectors. We offer the best of both worlds: the professionalism and project diversity of a larger firm, with the flexibility, personality and genuine enjoyment of a smaller, collaborative team.

Our senior team is approachable, thoughtful and committed to creating an environment where people can do their best work, continue developing and genuinely enjoy being part of the team.

The Role

This role is ideal for a Quantity Surveyor who is ready to take on greater responsibility, broaden their client exposure and progress toward Senior Quantity Surveyor over the next 12–18 months.

You’ll work across a variety of projects and contribute to both pre and post contract cost management services, including cost planning, estimating, procurement support, tender analysis, variation assessment, progress claim reviews and construction phase cost reporting.

You’ll collaborate closely with clients, architects, consultants and project teams, providing clear, accurate and confident cost advice throughout the project lifecycle. You’ll also be supported by experienced senior leaders who will give you the autonomy, guidance and responsibility needed to continue progressing in your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to cost planning, estimating and cost management across multiple projects




• Prepare cost plans, estimates, bills of quantities and cost reports




• Assist with tender evaluation, tender analysis and procurement advice




• Assess variations, change items, progress claims and other commercial matters




• Attend site inspections and prepare monthly progress claim assessments




• Assist with final accounts, claims review and contract administration support where required




• Provide clear, reliable and commercially sound cost advice




• Build trusted relationships with clients, consultants and project teams through professional communication




• Manage priorities, take ownership of tasks and work collaboratively with the broader team

What We’re Looking For

• 4–8 years’ experience in quantity surveying, cost management or a related construction consultancy role




• Experience across pre and post contract cost management services




• Ready to progress toward Senior Quantity Surveyor within the next 12–18 months




• Strong technical skills, commercial awareness and attention to detail




• Clear communication skills and confidence working with clients and project teams




• A proactive mindset and willingness to take on responsibility




• Ability to manage tasks independently while contributing positively to a team environment




• Degree qualified in quantity surveying, construction management or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience




• Chartership with AIQS, RICS, or a similar professional body is preferred but not mandatory.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• A supportive, enjoyable workplace where your contributions are visible and valued




• Direct access to experienced senior leaders who will support your growth




• Autonomy, flexibility and trust to manage your work




• Interesting and diverse projects — no cookie cutter work




• A low hierarchy, collaborative environment where good ideas and clear thinking are encouraged




• A positive culture built on respect, communication, care and shared achievement




• The opportunity to take on greater responsibility as you progress toward Senior Quantity Surveyor

If you’re looking to grow your QS career within a vibrant, boutique consultancy where you can truly make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.