Quantity Surveyor

The People Network; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reputable Developer/Builder

Class 2 Projects

Strong development pipeline

Job summary

Landmark Australia is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic construction team, focusing on high-rise residential projects. You will oversee contracts, costs, and commercial performance, working closely with the Head of Procurement and site teams to ensure value and timely delivery.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in quantity surveying, with proven cost planning, forecasting, and contract administration skills, plus proficiency in Cubit and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, including high-rise projects.
• Strong forecasting, cost planning and contract administration skills.
• Excellent reading of plans, drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost plans, budgets and Bill of Quantities rates, and agree final accounts
• Manage the tender process, including scopes of work, procurement schedules and tender comparisons
• Negotiate with subcontractors to secure advantageous terms and assess contract risk
• Manage and review progress claims, variations and payments to tight deadlines
• Prepare weekly and monthly commercial reports covering forecasting, cash flow and final accounts
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost loading for construction programmes
• Provide input into construction schedules and extension of time claims
• Resolve contractual issues with subcontractors and collaborate with design teams to close out items
• Attend site to verify works, review progress and support site activities
• Manage project close-out including warranties, certifications and Occupation Certificate documentation

Skills

6+ years experience

Forecasting

Cost planning

Contract administration

Reading drawings

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Tools

Cubit

Bluebeam

Job description

Welcome to Landmark Australia

Landmark is a trusted Australian property developer and builder that continues to deliver high-quality, stylish and great-value apartments. With over 25 years of experience, Landmark is known for its excellence in design and construction and boasts a team of over 70 property experts, successfully delivering projects worth over $5 billion.

We make the dream of home ownership a reality for everyone. Our beautifully designed and meticulously crafted apartments offer the perfect blend of style, comfort and value.

As we embark on an exciting series of projects, we are looking for an exceptional Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic construction team. The ideal candidate will bring experience in high-rise residential construction and possess strong leadership qualities.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Procurment, the Quantity Surveyor is responsible for managing the contracts and costs of our construction projects. This involves carrying out studies of project duration and labour costs, examining and analysing material costs, setting up orders and certifying subcontractor payments, managing works to the contract and finalising the commercial close of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost plans, budgets and Bill of Quantities rates, and agree final accounts
• Manage the tender process, including scopes of work, procurement schedules, subcontract packages and tender comparisons
• Negotiate with subcontractors to secure advantageous terms, and assess risk on contracts and agreements
• Manage and challenge progress claims, variations and payments to tight deadlines, including payment schedules under the Security of Payment Act
• Prepare weekly and monthly commercial reports, with accountability for forecasting, cash flow and anticipated final account
• Identify and implement value engineering initiatives
• Provide input into cost loading and construction programs, and prepare extension of time claims
• Resolve contractual issues with subcontractors and work with the design team to close out unresolved design items before tender
• Attend site to verify completed works, review contractor progress and support site activities
• Manage project close-out, including warranties, certifications, as-builts, Deeds of Release and documentation required for the Occupation Certificate

Skills and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar
• 6+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor, including on high-rise residential projects
• Strong commercial acumen, with proven forecasting, cost planning and contract administration skills
• Proficiency in Cubit and Bluebeam
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings and specifications
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised and detail-driven, with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• A proactive, collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to quality outcomes

Additional information

• Reputable Developer/Builder
• Class 2 Projects
• Strong development pipeline