Senior Quantity Surveyor

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia WT (Australia) Full time

level 21/2 Southbank Blvd, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia Req #33

Monday, 7 April 2025

Company Description

At WT, we empower our clients to grow, inspiring confidence through our independent cost management and advisory services. Operating for 75 years, our expertise spans the building, construction, and infrastructure sectors.

With a global footprint covering Australia, New Zealand, Asia, India, Middle East, North America, Africa, the UK and Europe, our clients can tap into the collective thinking of over 2,000 of the best people in the industry, operating from over 70 offices.

Job Description

WT continues to secure a number of high-profile $billion + projects and in line with this unparalleled growth of our project pipeline, the Sydney office is expanding, in particular the M&E business are looking for an established Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor to join their talented team and work across a wide variety of build, construction and property projects.

Core Responsibilities:

  1. Develop and maintain cost estimates for engineering services on projects, from Class 5 budgets to detailed design stages
  2. Conduct cost analysis on engineering projects and provide accurate estimates for materials, labour, and other expenses
  3. Advise project managers and other stakeholders on cost-saving measures and cost-effective solutions
  4. Prepare bills of quantities or schedules of materials, labour, and equipment required for the project
  5. Analyse and review contractor bids to ensure accuracy and completeness
  6. Work with engineers, project managers, and other project stakeholders to ensure that the project meets all requirements
  7. Manage contracts and agreements with suppliers and contractors
  8. Prepare and agree progress payments, assess variations and claims, and report costs vs budgets
  9. Monitor and report on project expenses and ensure that project finances are properly managed
  10. Provide regular reports and updates to senior management and other stakeholders

Qualifications

  1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field / trade experience equivalent
  2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost engineering or construction cost estimating
  3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  4. Knowledge of engineering materials, building regulations, and construction methods
  5. Experience with estimating software and tools
  6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  7. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Additional Information

At WT, in addition to your competitive salary we offer many perks including:

  1. Paid professional memberships and on-going support in gaining your membership costs for RICS and AIQS
  2. Three / Two split between the office and working from home.

If you're keen to advance and broaden your career within the consulting & advisory industry, then this could be a fantastic opportunity for you. Apply now to join an independently owned, international cost consultancy at the forefront of Australia's major construction and infrastructure projects.

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