Senior Quantity Surveyor
Why Choose Wanaka?
Swap city stress for a balanced lifestyle in one of New Zealand’s most stunning locations. With world-class ski fields, lakefront living, and endless adventure at your doorstep, Wanaka offers a rare blend of professional opportunity and personal freedom.
- No traffic jams
- Low crime rate
- Friendly, outdoorsy community
- Great schools without zoning headaches
- Queenstown just an hour away
- Walkable town with everything you need
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The Role
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll join a forward-thinking commercial construction team delivering high-quality projects across the Otago region. You’ll work closely with the Commercial Manager and project teams, taking full ownership of your jobs from initial estimating through to post-contract delivery.
Your Key Responsibilities
Pre-Construction Estimating:- Prepare tender documents and assist with bid submissions
- Compile Schedules of Quantities using NZ standard methods
- Provide accurate cost plans using elemental and first principles estimating
- Procurement and contract administration
- Process payment claims and subcontractor schedules
- Manage variations, cost control, and monthly reporting
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What You’ll Bring- Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
- 5+ years’ experience in commercial construction (NZ or AUS)
- Solid knowledge of NZS3910/3916 & Master Builders SA 2017
- Proven ability to negotiate and manage contracts
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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What’s On Offer- Competitive salary package
- Private healthcare for you and your family
- Career development with clear advancement opportunities
- Supportive, down-to-earth team environment
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Ready to Rebalance Your Life?
If you're interested in learning more, get in touch with Natasha Anderson on 021 242 3324 or email natasha@glasshouserecruitment.co.nz.
Glasshouse Recruitment is a specialist agency placing white-collar construction professionals across NZ. If this role doesn’t fit, let’s talk about what does.