Senior Quantity Surveyor

Stellar Recruitment; Wellington; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary Package

Relocation Assistance

Subsidised Health Insurance

Flexible Working Arrangements

Diverse Project Portfolio

Key Role in Business & Project

Long-term Career Development

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial performance of projects in Hawke's Bay, valued from $2M to $15M. You’ll own planning, pricing, procurement, and final accounts, acting as the financial lead to keep costs controlled and profits strong across the project lifecycle.

Based in Hawke's Bay, you’ll influence outcomes, build strong relationships with clients and subcontractors, and make commercial decisions that drive project success while mentoring the

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Quantity Surveying experience in NZ construction.
• Strong understanding of project financial management, procurement, contracts and risk management.
• Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, variations and reporting.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients, subcontractors and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets and financial performance.
• Oversee contracts, variations and claims.
• Procure and manage subcontractors.
• Monitor costs, risks and cashflow.
• Support tendering and pricing.
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Drive commercial outcomes across the project lifecycle.
• Support and mentor the wider commercial team.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Project financial management

Relationship building

Forecasting

Education

NZ diploma QS

Tools

Jobpac

Job description

About

Join a well-established Hawke's Bay construction business as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, taking ownership of the commercial performance of projects ranging from $2M to $15M across the commercial construction sector.

Based in Hawkes Bay as a key member of the Commercial Team, you'll be involved throughout the entire project lifecycle, from planning and pricing through to procurement, project delivery, and final account. Acting as the financial lead on projects, you'll ensure costs are managed effectively, risks are identified early, and projects are delivered profitably.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor who enjoys influencing outcomes, building strong relationships, and being trusted to make commercial decisions that drive project success.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive Salary Package
• Relocation Assistance
• Subsidised Health Insurance
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Diverse Project Portfolio
• Opportunity to play a Key Role in Business and Project Performance
• Long-term Career Development with a Respected Hawke's Bay Organisation

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets and financial performance
• Oversee contracts, variations, and claims
• Procure and manage subcontractors
• Monitor costs, risks, and cashflow
• Support tendering and pricing
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Drive commercial outcomes across the project lifecycle
• Support and mentor the wider commercial team

About You

We're looking for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor who can see the bigger picture while maintaining strong attention to detail.

You'll bring

• 5+ years' Quantity Surveying experience within the NZ construction industry
• Strong understanding of project financial management, procurement, contracts, and risk management
• NZ diploma QS minimum or overseas equivalent
• Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, variations, and reporting
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project teams
• Knowledge of NZ construction contracts and industry standards
• Experience using ERP systems, with Jobpac highly desirable
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a commitment to delivering successful project outcomes