Cost Planner/Estimator

Naylor Love; Kaipātiki; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial construction company in Auckland is looking for an experienced Cost Planner/Estimator to join their growing team. The role involves working with the Group Preconstruction Team on Design and Construct projects. Candidates must have a background in Quantity Surveying and at least five years of experience in commercial construction. The company offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, ensuring opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Southern Cross Medical insurance

Paid parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• Previous estimating experience in commercial construction.
• Ability to develop comprehensive and accurate Cost Plans.
• Experience in developing business relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Group Preconstruction Team for Design and Construct projects.
• Lead the development of Cost Plans from early design stages.
• Communicate effectively with all levels in the organization.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Background in Quantity Surveying

5+ years in commercial construction

Job description

About us

Kiwi owned and operating since 1910, we are one of the largest commercial construction companies in New Zealand. Operating across 100+ projects nationwide with over 900+ employees, we are known in the industry for delivering high quality projects with the people to match.

Pivotal to our success, our culture is at the heart of everything we do. We offer an enjoyable place to work, career development and exposure to some of the country's largest developments. Naylor Love is shaping the future of construction in New Zealand; join our team today and love your job tomorrow.

The opportunity

We have a great opportunity for an experienced Cost Planner/Estimator to join our team.

This role will see you working collaboratively within the Group Preconstruction Team, supporting our regional teams, to contribute to the Naylor Love strategic plan for Design and Construct projects, with a view to sustaining and developing our brand nationally as the leading Design and Construct Contractor in New Zealand.

Without doubt you will hold excellent communication skills and understand the overall construction process and costs, with extensive experience in a wide range of vertical commercial construction projects.

This position is ideally suited to an experienced cost planner/estimator with an analytical focus and who is looking to advance their career in a position that offers the opportunity to participate in the successful growth of our Design and Construct portfolio.

To be considered for this role it is essential that you have the following attributes:

• Previous estimating experience and a background in Quantity Surveying including pre-construction services
• Have at least five years' experience in commercial construction
• Possess excellent negotiation skills and the talent to develop business relationships with new and existing clients
• Have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with people at all levels
• Be able to lead and develop comprehensive and accurate Costs Plans, from an early design stage
• As a person you will be a team player, who takes personal ownership and responsibility for your results

Why work for us?

When you join Naylor Love you will learn that we live our values and that our philosophy of 'our people are our brand' is shaped by employees having ownership of what they do. At Naylor Love, we will help you take charge of your career by giving you opportunities to grow and develop. We can promise you a challenging career in a collaborative environment.

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to a wide range of other benefits including the following:

• Southern Cross Medical insurance for you and your whānau (covers pre-existing conditions)
• Paid parental leave
• Access to purchase additional leave
• Annual skin checks, flu vaccinations and health checks
• Access to children's scholarships to support your tamariki undertaking construction related study
• Volunteer days to give back to your local community
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to free independent counselling and support services for you and your family

Applications close on Friday, 31 October 2025

To view a copy of the position description, please copy and paste the following link into your internet browser: https://expressonline.haineslink.co.nz/pdfs/799301_JobDesc.pdf

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical test including drug screening and be eligible to work in New Zealand either as a resident or by holding a current work visa.

Naylor Love is an equal opportunities employer and committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion across all areas of our business.

Building people, creating a sustainable future - He Whaihanga Tangata, He Waihanga Anamata Toitū.