Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Taking great pride in their expertise and extensive experience in planning, designing, and constructing low to medium-density builds this company sets the standard for the industry - that’s why they can still boast a growth strategy in a weak market, and that’s why they need you.

 

The job:

• Tender assessments to identify key requirements and opportunities for prospective bids and projects.

• Value engineering input for alternative tenders and/or deriving cost effective solutions during early contractor engagement.

• Requesting and reviewing both subcontractor and suppliers pricing proposals.

• Managing and reviewing tenders, with a keen eye for detail to ensure pricing 
accuracy and that all tenders are submitted on time.

• Attending pre and post tender meetings, responding to RFCs - confident and 
comfortable working with clients, consultants, senior management, and suppliers.

• Measurement and take-off of quantities and materials to produce timely and accurate purchase orders.

 

The skills:

• More than 5 years experience in the NZ construction market

• Estimation experience in multi-unit housing, civil site works, and $10m+ tenders

• Great people skills and able to work as a team.

• Working knowledge of NZ construction systems, particularly NZS3604

• Strong financial literacy and attention to detail, including reading plans and quotes.

• Computer literacy – Excel, Outlook, Word. Experience with Cat Projects or Cost-X 
advantageous but not essential. 


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They Offer:

• Stability, a great range of projects and strong career growth

• A base salary of $100,000 - $120,000  (based on experience/skills)

• A strong and supportive management structure

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