Senior Quantity Surveyor - Queenstown
With over 30 years of hands-on experience in the heart of Queenstown, this well-respected construction company has built a solid reputation and continues to thrive across the Central Otago region.
As the business enters its next phase of growth, an exciting opportunity has opened for a senior quantity surveyor to join the team, you'll be show casing your skills across the High-end architectural sector
In this key role, you'll work closely with both management and clients, playing a vital part in ensuring the successful delivery of high end homes
What's in it for you:
- Supportive management team that leads from the front
- Strong company culture with a genuine focus on staff wellbeing
- Permanent role offering job security and a solid forward workload
- Diverse project exposure with a wide variety of work scopes
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Relocation assistance available for candidates moving to Queenstown
Role:
This role is ideal for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with extensive experience in both residential and commercial construction within New Zealand, along with relevant NZ qualifications. You'll take pride in your strong interpersonal skills and your ability to build effective relationships across all levels - from site teams to senior management.
We're seeking a high-performing individual with a keen eye for detail and a proven track record of successfully managing deadlines and budgets. In this role, you'll be responsible for cost control across current projects, including the setup of cost reports, estimates, and tracking uncommitted costs.
You'll need to confidently interpret construction drawings and tender documents, obtain and assess subcontractor quotes, and review inclusions, exclusions, and contract conditions. A solid understanding of industry-relevant software and digital tools is essential for success in this position.
What we are looking for:
- Previous cost estimation and contract management in Residential & Commercial construction
- Understanding of construction laws, regulations and industry standards
- Strong communicator who is confident dealing with suppliers, contractors and all levels of management
- Confident with evaluating and negotiating contracts and proficiency in QS software and tools
- H&S conscious and a good level of computer literacy
Please apply online now, or fire your CV through to Dunedin@Heights.nz
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa with NZ construction experience.
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