" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eQuantity Surveyor - Commercial Construction\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14281\"\u003e Building/Civil Construction \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14282\"\u003e Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14283\"\u003e Queenstown \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 29/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eMain Contractor - New Build\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent Project Pipeline\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive packages $120,000 - 160,000 (pend exp) +bens\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity Surveyor\u003c/strong\u003e to join a highly regarded commercial construction contractor based in \u003cstrong\u003eCentral Otago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an established New Zealand construction business with an excellent reputation for delivering quality commercial projects and providing its people with genuine long-term career opportunities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Working as part of an experienced regional team, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of projects and work closely with Project Managers, site teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure strong commercial outcomes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For someone already based in Central Otago, or considering a move to the region, this is a great opportunity to join a stable contractor with an impressive pipeline of work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will be involved across the full commercial lifecycle of projects, from pre-construction and procurement through to final account.\u003cbr\u003e Your responsibilities will include:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProject financial management, forecasting and reporting\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProcurement and letting of subcontract packages\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConstruction contract administration\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging subcontractor accounts and payment claims\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentifying, pricing and negotiating variations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting estimating and tendering activities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding commercial input during pre-construction\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking closely with Project Managers and site teams\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging project risks and maintaining strong cost control\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinal account negotiations and project close-out\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We are looking for someone with good commercial construction experience who enjoys taking ownership of their projects and working as part of a wider construction team.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ideally, you will have:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA relevant Quantity Surveying or construction qualification\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious experience working for a main commercial contractor or specialist subcontractor\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGood knowledge of New Zealand construction contracts and commercial processes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with procurement, subcontract administration, variations and cost reporting\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong commercial awareness and attention to detail\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGood communication and negotiation skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and project teams\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA practical, proactive and solutions-focused approach\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent eligibility to work in New Zealand\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e You don\u0027t necessarily need to have worked on the largest projects in the market. We are interested in speaking with Quantity Surveyors who have a solid commercial background, good technical ability and are ready to take further responsibility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s On Offer?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is more than simply another QS position. You\u0027ll be joining a \u003cstrong\u003ewell-established and successful New Zealand contractor\u003c/strong\u003e offering stability, quality projects and genuine opportunities to develop your career.\u003cbr\u003e Alongside a competitive salary package, there is an excellent range of additional benefits including \u003cstrong\u003emedical insurance, wellbeing initiatives, additional leave options, professional development and career progression opportunities\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Most importantly, you\u0027ll be joining an experienced and supportive construction team with a strong pipeline of work across \u003cstrong\u003eCentral Otago\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you\u0027re an experienced Quantity Surveyor considering your next move, or perhaps looking at relocating to Central Otago, I\u0027d be happy to have a confidential conversation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNick Gillingham\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e CTR Construction \u0026amp; Technical Recruitment\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e 021 597 270\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e nickgillingham@ctrecruitment.co.nz\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4474393\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "