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Quantity Surveyor

We're on the lookout for a driven Quantity Surveyor to join our clients Dunedin-based team, delivering a diverse pipeline of specialist construction projects across Otago. This is more than just numbers, you'll play a key role in pricing, planning, delivery, and client relationships, making a real impact on every job.

The Opportunity

You'll be working across a variety of projects spanning:

  • Sealants & waterproofing
  • Membrane roofing
  • Resin flooring & concrete repair
  • FRP/carbon fibre seismic strengthening
  • Grouting & specialist coatings

From tendering through to delivery, you'll be the vital link between site teams, clients, and management, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and profitably.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Preparing accurate take-offs, estimates, and tender submissions
  • Managing budgets, variations, claims, and monthly reporting
  • Coordinating labour, subcontractors, and materials
  • Overseeing site progress, QA, and compliance
  • Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, and suppliers
  • Driving efficient delivery and continuous improvement

About You

You might be a QS, Project Manager, or experienced construction professional ready for your next step. What matters most is your ownership mindset and ability to deliver.

  • Solid experience in a QS, PM, or similar construction role
  • Strong understanding of NZ construction practices & contracts
  • Ability to interpret plans, scopes, and technical specs
  • Confident communicator who can work independently and make decisions
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • A proactive, solutions-focused attitude

Experience in membranes, waterproofing, coatings, or specialist trades? Great - but not essential.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary + vehicle + phone
  • Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
  • Variety of projects across Dunedin & Otago
  • Real opportunities for development and upskilling
  • Stable full time permanent role with a respected local contractor

If you're looking for a role where you can own your work, grow your career, and be part of a solid local team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online today or call Megan on 021 409 025

IMPORTANT:

  • Applicants must have the current right to work in New Zealand (no visa sponsorship available).
  • As per our standard recruitment process, all applicants will undergo Pre-employment Reference Checks, Drug and Alcohol screening, along with a Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check to determine employment suitability.
 

Vacancy ID: 20028518632396

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