Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Construction

Fluid Construction; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Central Otago lifestyle

Job summary

Fluid Construction in Queenstown is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial oversight on mid-scale projects in Central Otago. You will manage budgets, procurement, tendering and contract administration while collaborating with PMs and site teams.

This role offers a strong pipeline of exciting developments and opportunities for career progression within a renowned New Zealand construction firm.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Quantity Surveying experience in New Zealand.
• Strong background in commercial construction.
• Experience working on medium-scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement and cost management.
• Excellent commercial acumen and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with Project Managers, site teams and clients.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing project budgets, cost plans and forecasts.
• Procurement and subcontractor management.
• Tender preparation, analysis and negotiation.
• Contract administration and variations.
• Cost reporting and financial forecasting.
• Managing project costs from pre-construction through to final account.
• Supporting Project Managers with commercial decision-making.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Budgeting

Contract administration

Cost management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

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Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Construction

Fluid Construction – Queenstown, South Island

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge in one of New Zealand's most exciting and rapidly developing regions?

Our client is a well-established commercial construction company delivering a diverse portfolio of medium-scale commercial projects throughout Central Otago. With a strong pipeline of work and an excellent reputation for quality, professionalism and client relationships, they are looking to add an experienced QS to their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial Quantity Surveyor with 5+ years' New Zealand experience to take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to completion.

You will work closely with the Project Management and Construction teams, providing strong commercial oversight across a range of projects typically involving new builds, commercial developments, fit-outs and associated construction works.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and managing project budgets, cost plans and forecasts
• Procurement and subcontractor management
• Tender preparation, analysis and negotiation
• Contract administration and variations
• Cost reporting and financial forecasting
• Managing project costs from pre-construction through to final account
• Supporting Project Managers with commercial decision-making
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge in one of New Zealand's most exciting and rapidly developing regions?

Our client is a well-established commercial construction company delivering a diverse portfolio of medium-scale commercial projects throughout Central Otago. With a strong pipeline of work and an excellent reputation for quality, professionalism and client relationships, they are looking to add an experienced QS to their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial Quantity Surveyor with 5+ years' New Zealand experience to take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to completion.

You will work closely with the Project Management and Construction teams, providing strong commercial oversight across a range of projects typically involving new builds, commercial developments, fit-outs and associated construction works.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and managing project budgets, cost plans and forecasts
• Procurement and subcontractor management
• Tender preparation, analysis and negotiation
• Contract administration and variations
• Cost reporting and financial forecasting
• Managing project costs from pre-construction through to final account
• Supporting Project Managers with commercial decision-making
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle

About You:

We are looking for someone who can operate confidently in a commercial construction environment and has the experience to take ownership of projects with minimal supervision.

Ideally, you will have:

• 5+ years' Quantity Surveying experience in New Zealand
• A strong background in commercial construction
• Experience working on medium-scale construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement and cost management
• Excellent commercial acumen and attention to detail
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills
• The ability to work collaboratively with Project Managers, site teams and clients
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach

What's on Offer?

You will be joining a growing business with a strong pipeline of work and the opportunity to play a key role in delivering some of Central Otago's exciting commercial developments.

In return, you can expect:

• $140,000 - $160,000 salary, depending on experience
• A strong pipeline of quality commercial projects
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Genuine opportunity for career progression
• The chance to live and work in Central Otago, surrounded by some of New Zealand's best outdoor lifestyle opportunities