Senior Quantity Surveyor

Aequalis Consulting Pty; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequalis Consulting Pty is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its high-performing commercial team on large-scale energy and infrastructure projects around Brisbane. You will partner with project and commercial leaders to safeguard margins and ensure financial accuracy and contractual compliance.

In this role you will lead cost planning, forecasting and monthly reporting, prepare budgets and tender documentation, oversee subcontract procurement, variations and claims, and provide

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in commercial/QS roles in energy/infrastructure.
• Strong contract knowledge (EPC, NEC, AS, etc.).
• Proven ability in financial modelling and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Leading cost planning, forecasting and monthly reporting.
• Preparing budgets, BOQs and tender documentation.
• Managing subcontract procurement, bid analysis and recommendations.
• Administering variations, claims, and contractual entitlements.
• Maintaining registers and commercial documentation to high standards.
• Advising project managers on cost, risk and commercial strategies.

Skills

Cost control

Contract management

Financial modelling

Communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Energy & Major Projects

Deliver certainty. Shape projects. Build your career.

We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a high-performing commercial team working on large-scale energy and infrastructure projects. This role will see you partner closely with project and commercial leaders to ensure financial accuracy, commercial compliance, and successful delivery of nation-shaping programs.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll be the commercial point of truth - ensuring cost, contract and risk are managed with precision across major projects. You'll balance detail with the bigger picture, safeguarding margins while supporting operational delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading cost planning, forecasting and monthly reporting.

Preparing budgets, BOQs and tender documentation.

Managing subcontract procurement, bid analysis and recommendations.

Administering variations, claims, and contractual entitlements.

Maintaining registers and commercial documentation to the highest standards.

Advising project managers on cost, risk and commercial strategies.

About You

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Cost Engineering or a related field.

Minimum 5 years' experience in commercial/QS roles within energy, resources, utilities or large-scale infrastructure.

Strong understanding of contract frameworks (EPC, NEC, AS, or similar).

Skilled in financial modelling, reporting and analysis.

A confident communicator, negotiator and team player who thrives in dynamic environments.

Why Join?

Work on landmark projectsdriving Australia's energy transition.

Operate with senior visibilityand direct influence on outcomes.

Enjoy a collaborative culturethat values initiative and professional development.

Competitive package with clear scope for career progression.