Quantity Surveyor

Landmark Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Landmark Australia is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to manage contracts and costs across high-rise residential construction projects. The role reports to the Head of Procurment, overseeing cost studies, material costs, orders, subcontractor payments and commercial close.

Key duties include preparing cost plans, managing tenders, negotiating terms, and producing regular commercial reports. The ideal candidate holds a tertiary QS degree with 6+ years in high-rise settings and strong negotiation

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar.
• 6+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor on high-rise residential projects.
• Strong commercial acumen with forecasting, cost planning and contract administration.
• Proficiency in Cubit and Bluebeam.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings and specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.
• Highly organised and able to manage competing deadlines.
• Proactive, collaborative approach with commitment to quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost plans, budgets and BOQs and agree final accounts.
• Manage tender process, procurement schedules and subcontract packages.
• Negotiate with subcontractors for favorable terms; assess contract risk.
• Manage progress claims, variations and payments to deadlines under Security of Payment.
• Prepare weekly/monthly commercial reports with forecasting and cash flow.
• Identify value engineering opportunities.
• Provide input into cost loading and construction programs; extend time claims.
• Close out projects with warranties, deeds and occupancy documents; verify works on site.

Skills

6+ yrs QS

Commercial acumen

Plan interpretation

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organised

Education

Quantity Surveying/Construction Management degree

Tools

Cubit

Bluebeam

Job description

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 05 Oct 2026

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