Job details.

Location
Christchurch
Salary
$75000 - $90000 per annum
Job Type
Full Time
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302594
Posted
3 days ago

Job SearchConstruction/Building

Quantity Surveyor

Job details.

Location
Christchurch
Salary
$75000 - $90000 per annum
Job Type
Full Time
Ref
302594
Posted
3 days ago
Quantity Surveyor – Foundations
Christchurch

Shape Canterbury’s future with a career that combines growth, collaboration and the backing of a trusted homegrown company.We’re looking for a talented Quantity Surveyor to join our foundation and civil projects team in Christchurch—a city that’s not only the vibrant heart of Canterbury but also one of New Zealand’s most exciting places to live and work. With its thriving rebuild and growth projects, Christchurch offers endless opportunities for professionals in the construction industry, all while providing an enviable lifestyle surrounded by parks, beaches, and easy access to the Southern Alps.This is your chance to become part of a supportive, close-knit team while enjoying the resources, stability, and reputation of a well-established organisation. If you’re detail-focused, motivated, and eager to leave your mark on the region’s future, this role provides the perfect platform to excel—professionally and personally. 

What’s on Offer
  • Competitive salary package, tailored to your experience
  • Full-time, office-based role (7:30am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday)
  • Be part of a tight-knit, supportive team backed by a thriving local organisation
  • Genuine long-term career progression as the business grows
  • A culture where your contribution will be noticed, valued, and rewarded
What You’ll Be Doing
  • Deliver accurate measurements, estimates, and cost control across foundation and civil projects
  • Prepare detailed cost reports, track variations, and provide commercial insight using BuildExact (or similar software)
  • Support the project team with financial recommendations that drive successful delivery
  • Build strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams to keep projects on track
  • Apply your initiative and leadership potential within a skilled, collaborative team of three
What We’re Looking For
  • Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, or proven relevant experience
  • 3+ years’ Quantity Surveying experience in New Zealand, ideally within foundations, concrete, groundworks, or civil works
  • Strong technical and commercial skills, with a sharp eye for detail
  • A confident communicator who thrives on building trusted partnerships
  • Someone with leadership potential – able to step up, take ownership, and drive results (formal staff management experience not required)
  • Proficiency with BuildExact or other estimating/QS software is an advantage
Why Join Us?This isn’t just another Quantity Surveyor role—it’s an opportunity to play a key part in Canterbury’s structural and civil growth.
You’ll work alongside a small, collaborative team while having the security and opportunities that come with a respected, expanding company.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and help us build the foundations of Canterbury’s future.