Quantity Surveyor

Job Highlights:

• Contract type: Independent Contractor
• Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM (Auckland, New Zealand Time)Break: 30 minutes unpaid Total Weekly Hours: 40 Hours

Join the team as a Quantity Surveyor, responsible for overseeing the financial management of construction and engineering projects from start to finish. You’ll ensure accurate cost planning, forecasting, budgeting, and commercial oversight while working closely with project managers, procurement, and finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts for active and upcoming projects.
• Track and manage project costs, expenditures, and accruals regularly.
• Review and validate contractor and supplier quotations, variations, and claims.
• Prepare cost reports and cash flow projections for management.
• Conduct cost analysis and value engineering to improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate project financial records and documentation.
• Support procurement with BOQ preparation and bid evaluations.
• Provide commercial insights to ensure projects remain within budget.
• Assist with contract administration and ensure compliance with financial controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in cost management or quantity surveying.
• Strong understanding of cost control, accruals, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in QS software (CostX, Candy, or similar) and MS Excel.
• Knowledge of construction contracts (FIDIC, NEC, or similar) is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects at once.

Benefits

Independent Contractor Perks

• Health Insurance Coverage
• Permanent work from Home
• Immediate Hiring
• Steady Freelance Job

Reminder:

• Apply directly through the link provided; you will be redirected to BruntWork’s Career Site. You must complete your application through this link to fulfill the initial requirements, which include pre-screening assessment questions, a technical check of your computer, and a voice recording. Applications with complete requirements will be prioritized.
• Please note that this is a permanent work-from-home position under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection. As independent contractors, they will be responsible for managing their own benefits and taxes. Professional fees are based on hourly rates, which will be determined by performance during the application process.

Job ID: 47619146051