Senior Quantity Surveyor - Concrete/Structures
Beyond Recruitment
Listing Description
Description
A respected main contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Structures Division, taking ownership of commercial and financial management across a portfolio of concrete structures projects ranging from $1M to $20M. This role suits a seasoned QS—or an Engineer looking to transition into a commercial role—who can operate autonomously and deliver high‑quality outcomes.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager – Structures, you’ll be responsible for the full commercial administration of projects, from procurement and contract management through to financial reporting and close‑out. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, supporting EOTs, notifications, and contractual obligations while ensuring strong financial performance across the division.
Some travel may be required as part of project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead commercial and financial administration across structures projects ($1M–$20M)
- Operate with minimal oversight, ensuring accuracy and commercial integrity
- Manage procurement, subcontractor engagement, and contract administration
- Prepare and review variations, progress claims, and financial reports
- Support Project Managers with EOTs, notifications, and contractual correspondence
- Undertake estimating duties as required
- Ensure compliance with NZS3910, NZS3915, NZS3916, and SA2017 Subcontract
- Contribute to risk management, forecasting, and cost control
About You
- Minimum 15 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor, including 5+ years in NZ
- Open to Engineers seeking to transition into a QS role
- Strong understanding of concrete structures and civil/structural delivery
- Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
- Deep knowledge of NZ standard forms of contract (NZS3910/3915/3916)
- Strong understanding of SA2017 Subcontract
- Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
- Detail‑focused, commercially astute, and proactive in problem‑solving
Remuneration: $170K - $190K pending experience + Benefits
For a confidential discussion, contact Matt Shortt on 027 554 4064 or email your CV to matt.shortt@beyond.co.nz
Ref: 131402
Application details
Apply online for this role or contact Matt Shortt for more information.
Beyond Recruitment
We have a talented team of people who recruit throughout New Zealand and love to go Above and Beyond for candidates and employers. We operate ten specialist teams across all key disciplines within an organisational structure, and our highly experienced consultants often further specialise in a particular role type. This means that whether you are looking for a new role or looking to find the best talent, we know where to look and who to speak to.
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Here at Beyond Recruitment, we are passionate about Aotearoa and its people. We aim to advance the opportunity for employers to succeed through the placement of top people while equally advancing the careers of our candidates. We are committed to working to benefit New Zealand both in business and the wider community through our work. Diversity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. We are also proud to support a number of charities annually and love giving back to the diverse communities we serve. Our Values
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Our core values are:
We are fair, open, flexible, professional and honest in all our dealings
We treat all people with respect
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When you work with us, you will find us to be astute, relaxing, effective, engaging, refreshing and stimulating. We look forward to hearing from you!
