Quantity Surveyor

Technical Recruitment Solutions; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Technical Recruitment Solutions in Wellington, NZ is seeking a proactive Quantity Surveyor to work with a Tier 2 design & build contractor on commercial, residential and education projects.

You’ll be joining an established team with a strong presence across Wellington, working alongside Project Managers and site teams to manage the commercial aspects from early stages through to final account. You’ll have autonomy and opportunities to influence project delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial construction.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Commercially aware and organized in a live project environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing cost control, forecasting and monthly reporting.
• Letting and administering subcontractor packages.
• Assessing variations and managing claims.
• Supporting procurement and contributing to financial planning.
• Maintaining clear, professional communication with internal teams and suppliers.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Communication

Commercial awareness

Job description

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Technical Recruitment Solutions – Wellington, North Island

Full time, Permanent

8mo ago , from Technical Recruitment Solutions

This is a great opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor who enjoys being close to the build, working collaboratively with site teams, and playing a key role in the commercial success of projects.

You’ll be joining an established Tier 2 design & build contractor with a strong presence across Wellington. Known for delivering commercial, residential, community and education projects, the business has built its reputation on long-term relationships, practical thinking and consistently high standards.

About the role:

Working alongside Project Managers and site teams, you’ll be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of projects from early stages through to final account. The role offers good variety and autonomy, with plenty of opportunity to contribute ideas and influence how projects are run.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing cost control, forecasting and monthly reporting
• Letting and administering subcontractor packages
• Assessing variations and managing claims
• Supporting procurement and contributing to financial planning
• Maintaining clear, professional communication with internal teams and suppliers

What they’re looking for:

You’ll have experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial construction, ideally with main contractor or design & build exposure. More important than years on paper is your approach. They’re looking for someone organised, commercially aware and comfortable working closely with others on live projects. It is important that you are able to communicate effectively and professionally whether it be with internal team members or external sub-trades, clients or consultants.

NB; You must have previous New Zealand based experience to be considered

What’s on offer:

A competitive salary, a supportive and down-to-earth team culture, and the chance to work on well run projects across Wellington. As an employee owned business, people are encouraged to take ownership of their role, and you will be presented with genuine opportunities to develop and progress over time.

Interested?