Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Join One of New Zealand's Leading Quantity Surveying Firms

At Rawlinsons, innovation, collaboration, and career growth are at the heart of everything we do. Recognized as independent cost management experts, we provide reliable cost information to clients, leveraging our extensive experience, local market knowledge, and a comprehensive database of rates. With offices in Christchurch, Dunedin, Wellington, and Auckland, we’re shaping the future of Quantity Surveying in New Zealand.

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About the Role

As a Quantity Surveyor at Rawlinsons, you will play a critical role assisting with delivery of landmark projects across New Zealand. Based in our Christchurch office, you will work with our well established Senior staff members with end-to-end delivery of diverse and high-impact projects.

The following attributes are advantageous:

• technical proficiency with Building Information Modelling (BIM) and familiarisation with measurement software,
• a reasonable understanding of the ANZSMM Standard Method of Measurement,
• a reasonable understanding of construction contracts,
• a good understanding of estimating, cost planning and value management including the evaluation of alternative design against the client’s value criteria for function, quality, and durability,
• understanding change control procedures, and
• a reasonable understanding of risk identification and management

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Benefits

At Rawlinsons, you’ll enjoy a collaborative environment where your professional growth is prioritized, and your contributions are valued. Key benefits include:

• Remuneration: We value your skills and experience. Our remuneration package is designed to be competitive within the industry, supplemented by additional benefits such as flexible work options, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive, team-oriented culture.
• Professional Development: Access to growth opportunities, training, and professional recognition within a highly respected organization.
• Flexible Hours & Remote Work: We believe in empowering our team to manage their schedules. Whether it's working from home or adjusting hours to suit your lifestyle, we provide flexibility to ensure you have time for what matters most.
• Generous Leave Options: We offer competitive leave policies, including annual leave, sick leave, and paid parental leave, so you can recharge and enjoy your personal time.
• Focus on Well-Being: Your well-being is a priority. We support work-life balance with a range of wellness initiatives, including access to confidential well-being assessments, planning, and one-on-one counselling, support, and coaching.
• Family-Friendly Environment: We value family and understand that life doesn’t always fit within traditional office hours. We offer support for employees with family commitments to ensure they can excel in their roles while maintaining family harmony.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options and a 9-day fortnight, to support your well-being.
• Diverse Projects: The chance to work on a variety of impactful projects and contribute meaningfully to their success.
• Supportive Culture: A strong emphasis on teamwork, collaboration, and a culture of mutual respect.

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Qualifications & Experience

We’re looking for a driven and experienced professional with:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying, with a proven track record in commercial construction and estimating.
• A tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues and deliver actionable solutions.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative mindset.
• Experience with contract administration, cost management, and value engineering.
• Bank funding drawdown experience would be an advantage, but not a requirement
• Professional membership, such as NZIQS or RICS.
• Experience using take-off / estimating tools, for example CostX.
• A valid NZ residency or work visa and a current driver’s license.