Senior Quantity Surveyor - Lead Commercial & Cost Control

Brosnan; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and remuneration

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Supportive, diverse team

Health, Life and Income protections

Work on high-profile commercial jobs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Brosnan is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Auckland-based team. You will manage commercial concepts, contracts, payments, and variations across complex projects, mentoring junior staff as needed.

The role emphasizes cost control, risk management, and clear communication with clients and subcontractors to deliver on-time, within budget outcomes. A Diploma or degree in QS/Construction Management is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Forensic analysis of contract documents, budgets, estimates and subcontractor quotations.
• Ensuring adherence to contract terms and conditions and managing risk protection.
• Negotiating favorable 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.

Skills

Commercial experience

Cost control

Contract management

Education

Diploma or degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Tools

CostX

CAT Projects

Job description

Brosnan is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Auckland-based team. You will manage commercial concepts, contracts, payments, and variations across complex projects, mentoring junior staff as needed.

The role emphasizes cost control, risk management, and clear communication with clients and subcontractors to deliver on-time, within budget outcomes. A Diploma or degree in QS/Construction Management is required.