Senior Quantity Surveyor

Brosnan; Auckland; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Auckland seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage contracts and oversee project financials. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, commercial experience, and a solid grasp of contract law. This role offers ongoing training, mentorship, and various wellness benefits to foster career growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor position is necessary.
• Solid understanding of commercial contract terms and practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to contract terms and manage risk protection.
• Negotiate favourable outcomes with clients and subcontractors.
• Prepare and submit variation claims.

Skills

Commercial contract law

Risk management

Negotiation

Relationship management

Cost estimation

Education

Diploma or degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

CostX

CAT Projects

Job description

Brosnan offers tailored solutions in building remediation, refurbishment, and restoration that inspire confidence and create peace of mind for our clients.

Brosnan’s strong company culture is built around our purpose and vision, which drives how we approach and deliver our award-winning commercial projects. We know this starts with having the best people on our team – people who take ownership and develop innovative solutions.

At Brosnan, we are serious about career development and offer opportunities for learning, training, and growth. We build relationships with people who share our purpose of making a positive difference and are excited to help restore people’s confidence in construction.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for someone who can work closely with the project team, subcontractors, and key project stakeholders managing all commercial concepts, practices, and procedures from project commencement through to completion. The Senior Quantity Surveyor must have a good understanding of commercial contract law, drafting subcontract agreements, assessing payment claims and variations, enforcing adherence to contractual terms and risk management. The position may also involve junior and peer mentoring to ensure development and skill transfer within the business.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring adherence to contract terms and conditions and managing risk protection
• Negotiating favourable outcomes with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Managing risks and resolving problems as they arise
• Procuring subcontractors and compiling subcontract agreements
• Assessing payment claims and variations
• Measuring, estimating and valuing variation claims
• Establishing rates from first principles
• Preparing and submitting variation claims
• Providing monthly cost reports and accurate cost forecasts
• Managing relationships with clients and key project stakeholders
• Overseeing the project team to achieve all financial deliverables and outcomes

Requirements

• Commercial experience necessary
• Diploma or degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
• 3+ years experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor position
• CostX (training provided)
• CAT Projects (training provided)

• Work alongside an ambitious, high-performing team in a diverse team environment

• Drive change, make a positive difference, and build confidence in construction for the industry

• Shape your own opportunities and career journey

• On-going training and support

• A great range of other wellness and corporate benefits