Construction Quantity Surveyor - Project Manager

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• Waikato - Hamilton City
• Construction Manager

We are seeking a capable and experiencedConstruction Quantity Surveyorwith proven expertise inland development,construction, andproject management. This is not a traditional QS role—you will be deeply involved in the end-to-end project lifecycle, contributing to strategy, commercial decision-making, and delivery execution from inception to completion.

Your Responsibilities will include:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and comprehensive cost plans for all project phases
• Oversee tenders, procurement schedules, and negotiate contracts with suppliers and subcontractors
• Manage contract administration including progress claims, variation assessments, and final accounts
• Monitor and report on project costs, ensuring financial integrity and budget compliance
• Lead value engineering exercises and assist in preparing feasibility studies for prospective developments

• Collaborate in project planning and scheduling, ensuring alignment with scope, timeline, and budget
• Liaise with consultants, engineers, contractors, and key stakeholders to maintain effective project coordination
• Maintain project risk registers and contribute to proactive mitigation planning
• Attend site meetings, providing commercial insights and driving operational efficiency
• Oversee project documentation, programme tracking, and milestone reporting
• Support senior leadership with governance and performance reporting
• Lead smaller projects independently and contribute meaningfully to the delivery of large-scale builds

• 5+ years of quantity surveying experience in New Zealand, ideally with project management exposure
• Demonstrated track record in land development (e.g., subdivisions, civil infrastructure) and vertical construction (residential and commercial)
• Familiarity with NZ building codes, planning regulations, and contract administration under NZS3910 and other contract formats
• Strong analytical and organisational skills with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Tertiary qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• Professional membership with NZIQS, RICS, or PMP certification (or working toward) is advantageous