Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

John-Fillmore-Contracting-Limited; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team culture

Job summary

John-Fillmore-Contracting-Limited in Wellington seeks a self-motivated Estimator/Quantity Surveyor to lead pricing, procurement and cost control on civil projects. You will manage cost reporting and financial health while maintaining client relationships.

Ideal candidates have NZ3910 contract experience, strong Candy estimating and Bluebeam skills, and a proven track record in Wellington's civil market. On-site work and collaboration with the team are essential.

Qualifications

• NZ Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification.
• Proven track record of estimating civil works and cost reporting.
• Experience with NZ3910 contracts and procurement.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and budgeting skills.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and leading pricing and procurement to secure projects.
• Prepare progress claims and manage cost reporting for contracts and changes.
• Oversee procurement from tender to ongoing administration.
• Track project costs and produce detailed financial reports against budgets.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and clients.

Skills

NZ Degree in QS

Financial reporting

Strong communication

Organisational skills

On-site collaboration

Education

NZ QS degree

Tools

Candy Estimating

Bluebeam

Job description

JFC are a team built on trust, collaboration, and a passion for excellence. We’re a trusted partner in New Zealand’s civil and infrastructure sector with an excellent reputation, built on proven results, lasting relationships, and forward-thinking solutions.

We’re growing, we’re embracing new challenges, and we are seeking someone who wants to grow their career with us.

The Role

We’re looking for a self-motivated enthusiastic person to perform a dual Estimator/Quantity Surveyor position within our Commercial Team. If you enjoy providing leadership in civil construction, getting about on site, and want to work in busy and collaborative environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

To succeed in this role, you will have a proven record for estimating civil works in NZ, experience working under NZ3910 contracts, procurement and cost control, cost reporting and financial management. You will be responsible for the management, coordination and preparation of estimating, procurement and project cost reporting.

Our ideal applicant will have a successful track record of pricing and tendering to win profitable projects in the Wellington Region. You will also be adept at furst principle pricing, labour and materials with commercial astuteness and ensuring projects are completed in good financial health while maintaining a positive relationship with the client.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Estimating and leading the pricing and procurement to secure projects.
• Ensuring Financial Efficiency & Income Streams – Comprehensive submission of progress claims for both contracted scope and changes, creating a no-surprises financial environment for all project stakeholders. Identifying opportunities to enhance value through effective cost management, budgeting, and strategic planning
• Leading Procurement Strategies – Managing supplier and subcontractor procurement from tender to ongoing administration
• Comprehensive Cost & Contract Management – Tracking project costs and preparing detailed financial reports against budgets
• Strengthening Industry Partnerships – Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and key stakeholders for long‑term success and market opportunities.

What We’re looking For:

• NZ Degree in Quantity Surveying, or
• Strong numerical and analytical skills demonstrated by prior project financial reporting experience
• Strong skills with Candy software for Estimating and Project cost control.
• Experience with digital measurement software e.g. Bluebeam.
• Proven experience in the Wellington civil infrastructure market
• Superb communication and organisational skills
• A stable and successful NZ work history, minimum 5 years experience.

Lastly, you will need to be a motivated and positive person. JFC is a company that prides themselves on their people and relationships you will need to be the kind of person who likes to add value wherever you go.

For further information please visit our company website www.jfcltd.co.nz

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and dynamic team culture