Quantity Surveyor — Construction Cost Management

ALH New Plymouth; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ALH New Plymouth is recruiting an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our construction team. You will manage project costs from tender through to completion, working closely with Project Managers, site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients to ensure budgets are met.

The role requires a solid grasp of cost management, tendering, variations and contract administration, with strong numerical skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in Quantity Surveying within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction costs and contracts.
• Experience with estimating, tendering and variations.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills; good computer skills, especially Excel.
• Ability to work independently while integrating with a wider team.
• Practical understanding of how construction projects operate.

Responsibilities

• Preparing tenders, estimates and project budgets.
• Reviewing drawings and quantities to ensure accuracy.
• Obtaining and reviewing subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Managing project costs and budgets throughout lifecycle.
• Preparing progress claims and payment schedules.
• Managing variations and cost adjustments.
• Reviewing subcontractor and supplier invoices.
• Forecasting project costs and profitability.
• Contract administration and commercial reporting.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
• Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Managing final accounts and project close-out.
• Collaborating with project teams to deliver on budget goals.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Cost control

Negotiation

Communication

Numerical skills

Independence

Tools

Excel

Job description

ALH New Plymouth is recruiting an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our construction team. You will manage project costs from tender through to completion, working closely with Project Managers, site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients to ensure budgets are met.

The role requires a solid grasp of cost management, tendering, variations and contract administration, with strong numerical skills and attention to detail.