Job Description
Our client is an established, end-to-end construction group that does everything from structural steel through to housing development and design. They operate in both residential and commercial spheres. Due to doing mostly everything in-house, they have the capacity to offer a cost-effective and efficient solution for their clients across the country.
They've created a great team atmosphere where everyone is respected and contributes to their projects. A place where professionalism is valued, but also the firm belief in having a good work-life balance. They're a large company with a small business feel, able to be adaptable with a down-to-earth approach and where thinking independently is encouraged. They also love when people take the initiative to improve themselves and suggest innovative ideas. Loyalty, positivity, and commitment are among a few of their values.
What's in it for you?
- Flexible and enjoyable working environment
- Consistent reviews and a starting salary of between $55k - $65k
- Professional membership and training
- Personal career development and progression
- Consistent work on a varied array of projects
What you'll be doing:
- Assist with pricing inputs in accordance with the tender plan created for each project
- Prepare estimates by calculating various statistical data such as quantity take-offs
- Set-up tenders using estimating and cost control software
- Participate in post tender negotiations and provide supporting analysis and management of identified risks
- Utilising operational understanding to problem solve whilst providing "best value" tender responses
- Identifying potential commercial advantages, opportunities and problems in the tendering process and communicating findings with relevant stakeholders
A bit about you:
- Hold a relevant Qualification in QS or Estimation
- 12+ months experience as an Estimator or QS
- Be proficient in the tendering process for projects of varying size and complexity
- Have an understanding of commercial and/or residential construction contracts
- Able to analyse project plans and specifications to determine materials, labour, and equipment needs
- Have a keen eye for detail to ensure compliance with project reqs
- Able to identify and mitigate potential risks.
- Be accurate, timely, and detail-oriented, with proficiency in pricing software (CostX experience is preferred).
- Full NZ Driver's Licence
- NZ Residency/Citizenship (only those currently in NZ will be considered)
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Out-going and positive personality
- Self-starter with the ability to hit the ground running from day one
As an equal opportunity employer, those from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Please note, only those candidates who are shortlisted for the role will be contacted given the number of applications we receive.
If this sounds like you, please send your resume to jake.mcfadyen@extrastaff.co.nz or apply to this advert with your updated CV.