Quantity Surveyor, Estimator – NZ Experience Required
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About the Role
We are seeking a committed Quantity Surveyor and Estimator to operate within a dynamic construction setting. You will provide essential assistance during the planning and implementation of residential foundation tasks. This position suits an applicant capable of managing high workloads with precision and productivity, guaranteeing that expenses are overseen from the first estimate to the final project delivery. You will work alongside internal staff and builders to uphold procedural effectiveness and project quality. As a member of a group focused on technical excellence and open dialogue, you will play a key role in optimizing estimation workflows and supporting organizational expansion. This position is ideal for an independent professional who enjoys meticulous work and dedication to a structured company culture.
Requirements
- Demonstrable professional background within the construction industry in New Zealand.
- Expertise in interpreting engineering, structural, and architectural plans for residential foundation work.
- Capability to perform detailed quantity take-offs.
- Proficiency in measuring and calculating costs for earthworks, formwork, insulation, concrete, reinforcing steel, mesh, and plumbing requirements.
- Skill in designing and managing advanced estimating templates and spreadsheets, as well as maintaining price lists.
- Strong organizational habits and a disciplined approach to verifying all data for quality control.
- Ability to learn new platforms rapidly, work autonomously under pressure, and proactively flag project gaps or risks.
- Experience utilizing OneDrive for file management.
- A demonstrated drive for ongoing professional growth and long-term commitment to the team.
Responsibilities
- Analyze architectural drawings to generate precise and competitive estimates.
- Process large amounts of paperwork to ensure rapid and efficient turnaround of project plans.
- Collect and evaluate pricing from subcontractors and vendors while keeping the internal cost database current.
- Track pending estimates and communicate with the team to resolve queries regarding ambiguous or incomplete plan details.
- Maintain all project documentation accurately within the Obstra construction management software and OneDrive.
- Facilitate accurate job costing by delivering detailed scopes of work to the operations department once estimates are approved.
- Contribute to the refinement of estimation procedures and, as the role evolves, assist with lead generation and vendor relations.
Note: This listing is summarized and paraphrased by WorkNow from a publicly posted role. For the original wording and full details, please refer to the employer's official posting.
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