Senior Quantity Surveyor

Redpath Partners; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package aligned to

Secured pipeline of high-end projects

Strong commercial systems, governance,

Personalised development planning and

Long-term career opportunity within a

Job summary

Redpath Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Queenstown team. You will manage commercial aspects across the full project lifecycle for high-end fit-out projects with local and international clients.

Reporting to the General Manager and Project Director, you will prepare cost reports, oversee procurement, and manage contracts to support profitable, timely outcomes. A tertiary QS qualification and 6+ years NZ/AUS experience are required.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
• 6+ years' experience as a Commercial Quantity Surveyor in NZ or AUS.
• Experience working with NZS3910 contract conditions.
• Experience with either a commercial main contractor or fit-out/refurbishment specialist.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate monthly cost reports, forecasts to complete, and cashflow updates.
• Assisting with head contract claims and checking subcontractor progress claims.
• Managing variation registers and supporting commercial negotiations.
• Drafting and administering subcontractor agreements, purchase orders, and contract registers.
• Supporting procurement activities, including tender analysis and trade award recommendations.
• Monitoring project budgets, identifying risks to margin, and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Reviewing supplier invoices against budgets and purchase orders.
• Supporting compliance with NZS3910 and other relevant contract conditions.
• Maintaining clear and accurate commercial records and documentation.
• Working closely with the project team, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure transparent financial communication.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Job description

Company

Redpath Partners is exclusively representing a well-established construction and consultancy business in Queenstown, seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The business has built a strong reputation for high-quality delivery, disciplined commercial systems, and a professional, collaborative project culture, working with a variety of well-known local and international clients.

The role

You will be responsible for supporting the commercial management of projects across the full lifecycle, including procurement, cost control, financial reporting, and contract administration. Working under the guidance of a General Manager and Project Director, you will contribute directly to project profitability, financial accuracy, and timely commercial outcomes.

This role suits a proactive and detail focused Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys working as part of a high performing project team and is looking to build strong foundations in commercial and contractual management within the high-end fit-out sector.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing accurate monthly cost reports, forecasts to complete, and cashflow updates
• Assisting with head contract claims and checking subcontractor progress claims
• Managing variation registers and supporting commercial negotiations
• Drafting and administering subcontractor agreements, purchase orders, and contract registers
• Supporting procurement activities, including tender analysis and trade award recommendations
• Monitoring project budgets, identifying risks to margin, and proposing mitigation strategies
• Reviewing supplier invoices against budgets and purchase orders
• Supporting compliance with NZS3910 and other relevant contract conditions
• Maintaining clear and accurate commercial records and documentation
• Working closely with the project team, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure transparent financial communication

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
• 6+ years experience as a Commercial Quantity Surveyor in NZ or AUS
• Working knowledge of NZS3910
• Experience working for either a commercial main contractor or fit-out/refurbishment specialist
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Clear and professional communication style with clients and subcontractors

Benefits

• Competitive salary package aligned to experience $180,000-$200,000 + KiwiSaver
• Secured pipeline of high-end projects
• Strong commercial systems, governance, and senior mentorship
• Personalised development planning and wellbeing support
• Long-term career opportunity within a growing and respected business