PPG Homes Limited - Quantity Surveyor

One of Wellington's leading developers Prime Property is in growth mode for the delivery of our subdivisions and construction of high end stand-alone & terraced housing projects on our land developments.

The role, based in Wellington, has become available as an intermediate Quantity Surveyor starting in the new year, 2022.

To be successful in your application you must have a minimum of 4-6 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor for a Residential Housing company (or main contractor doing residential projects) and ideally experience in civil subdivision developments in New Zealand.

Reporting to the Residential Marketing and Development Manager this role will see you responsible for assisting team members in the delivery of cost management services and projects, from planning to completion in line with contractual and company requirements.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Bachelor of Building Science in Quantity Surveying or similar diploma
• Good knowledge of NZ Building Codes - particularly NZS3604 and NZS3915 head conditions of contract
• Experience in New Zealand Building & Construction industry

• Theoretical knowledge of cost management methods

• Contract Administration experience
• Both pre and post contract knowledge

• Sound ability to prepare estimates, cost plans, bill of quantities for Land development and Residential housing
• Experience in Financial reporting on projects
• Interim and final accounts with Contractors, Suppliers and Consultants including the resolution of contractual claims and settlement of contracts
• Be familiar with NZ building methods and products
• Experience of working on civil subdivisions and residential projects
• Financial checks, maintenance of financial controls and monitoring of costs against budget
• Support the team with the preparation, monitoring and management of budgets

Key Personal Skills / Experience:

• Good administration abilities

• Numeracy / Accuracy skills essential

• A high degree of presentability and adaptability
• Be well organised and committed to the highest possible work standards.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent computer skills in Excel, MS word, Microsoft project, Procore PM software or similar

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and benefits will be provided for the suitable applicant with an opportunity to grow and develop your career.

If this sounds like the right job for you, please apply with your CV