Temp Quantity Surveyor: Contract Cost & Tender Support

Randstad New Zealand; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad New Zealand in Christchurch seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Contracts Administrator for a 2-4 month contract, with immediate start. You’ll provide hands-on commercial support to the Commercial Manager and project teams, handling tendering, cost tracking, variations and subcontractor administration.

The role focuses on operational QS support, with the potential to extend. Ideal candidates have concrete QS/Contracts experience in commercial/industrial construction and strong

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Quantity Surveying or Contracts Administration in commercial/industrial construction.
• Familiarity with commercial construction processes, trade packages, and managing subcontractor agreements.
• Tech-savvy; experience with Procore or CostX is a bonus, but strong general proficiency works.
• Good clear communication skills and a practical, problem-solving mindset.
• Availability to start immediately.

Responsibilities

• Tendering & Procurement: Help request, evaluate, and compare subcontractor quotes and draft basic subcontract agreements.
• Cost & Variation Management: Review and assess subcontractor variations and assist with monthly payment claims.
• Financial Tracking: Support the team with basic project cost tracking, monthly drawdowns, and job close-outs.
• Commercial Support: Assist the Commercial Manager and Project Managers with general day-to-day contract and financial administration.

Skills

QS Support

Contracts Administrator

Quantity Surveyor

Education

Vocational/Professional Qualification

Tools

Procore

CostX

Job description

Randstad New Zealand in Christchurch seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Contracts Administrator for a 2-4 month contract, with immediate start. You’ll provide hands-on commercial support to the Commercial Manager and project teams, handling tendering, cost tracking, variations and subcontractor administration.

The role focuses on operational QS support, with the potential to extend. Ideal candidates have concrete QS/Contracts experience in commercial/industrial construction and strong