Head Of Quantity Surveying

TakeoffQS; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TakeoffQS is seeking a Head of Quantity Surveying in Christchurch to lead the QS team on residential projects, driving accuracy in material schedules and cost estimates. This on-site role requires coordinating takeoffs from start to finish, mentoring surveyors, and aligning workflows with operations and technology teams.

You will interact with clients to clarify requirements, review plans, and set performance standards while ensuring quality and continuous improvement across the QS function in a

Qualifications

• Significant experience in quantity surveying for residential construction, including detailed measurement, material takeoffs, and cost estimating.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with experience supervising, coaching, and developing quantity surveying professionals.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural and structural plans, with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with construction estimating software, digital plan measurement tools, and Microsoft Office or similar productivity suites.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with internal teams and external clients in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Lead the quantity surveying function for residential projects from end to end.
• Review and validate material schedules and cost estimates.
• Set standards, templates, and best practices for the team.
• Mentor and coordinate workloads of quantity surveyors.
• Collaborate with operations and technology teams to refine workflows and tools.
• Engage with clients to clarify requirements and address queries; monitor performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Education

Quantity Surveying/Construction Management degree

Tools

Estimating software

Digital plan measurement tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

TakeoffQS is a specialized construction technology company that streamlines the estimating process for residential projects by transforming PDF plans into detailed material schedules. The organization focuses on accuracy, speed, and clarity to help builders, quantity surveyors, and related professionals improve project planning and cost control. By leveraging technology and domain expertise, TakeoffQS reduces manual work and errors in quantity takeoffs. The company values collaboration, innovation, and practical solutions that make life easier for construction professionals.

Role Description

The Head of Quantity Surveying is a full-time, on-site role based in Christchurch, responsible for leading the quantity surveying function and ensuring high-quality material schedules and cost estimates for residential projects. This position oversees the end-to-end quantity takeoff process, reviews and validates material schedules, and sets standards, templates, and best practices for the team. The role includes managing and mentoring quantity surveyors, coordinating workloads, and working closely with operations and technology teams to refine workflows and tools. The Head of Quantity Surveying will interact with clients to clarify project requirements, address queries, and help improve the overall service offering, while monitoring performance metrics and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in quantity surveying for residential construction, including detailed measurement, material takeoffs, and cost estimating.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with experience supervising, coaching, and developing quantity surveying professionals.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural and structural plans, with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with construction estimating software, digital plan measurement tools, and Microsoft Office or similar productivity suites.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with internal teams and external clients in a professional manner.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a closely related discipline.
• Knowledge of local building practices, materials, and residential construction methods in Christchurch and wider New Zealand (or willingness to learn quickly).
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and ethical professional conduct.