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State Director of Cost Management NSW


Job Location:

Sydney - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 1 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 1 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

This is an opportunity to establish and lead the Sydney Quantity Surveying function of a nationally recognised advisory business while remaining actively involved in delivering major property projects and shaping the future direction of the organisation.

As State Director youll join the National Executive Team lead the growth of the Sydney Quantity Surveying capability and play a key role in expanding the business across the NSW property market. Supported by an established Project Management division and a growing national platform youll have the autonomy to build your own team while leveraging existing client relationships joint tenders and cross-disciplinary opportunities.

This is more than a leadership position. Its an opportunity to create something of your own. Youll continue overseeing major property projects while developing a high-performing Quantity Surveying team strengthening long-term client partnerships and helping shape the next phase of growth for a business thats investing heavily in its future.

With an equity opportunity executive influence and the backing of an ambitious national leadership team this role offers the platform to build both your legacy and your career.

Why youll enjoy this role

Establish and lead the Sydney Quantity Surveying function with the backing of an established national advisory business

Join the National Executive Team and help shape the strategic direction of a growing organisation

Receive an equity opportunity and share in the long-term success of the business

Continue leading major property projects while growing and mentoring your own team

Leverage strong relationships with the Project Management division through joint tenders and cross-disciplinary collaboration

Enjoy the autonomy to grow the Sydney business while being supported by an experienced executive leadership team

Join a business with ambitious national growth plans and genuine opportunities to leave a lasting impact

What youll be doing

Youll lead the Sydney Quantity Surveying function combining project leadership business development and team growth to establish a market-leading presence across the NSW property sector.

Working closely with clients youll oversee major property projects from early feasibility through to completion providing strategic commercial advice while strengthening existing relationships and creating new opportunities for the business.

A key part of the role will be growing the Sydney team. Youll recruit mentor and develop Quantity Surveyors while fostering a collaborative high-performing culture that reflects the broader values of the business.

Youll also work closely with the established Project Management division and National Executive Team leveraging joint client relationships contributing to strategic planning and helping drive the continued growth of the organisation across Australia.

What youll need

Demonstrated leadership experience within the Sydney Quantity Surveying market

A proven ability to win work develop long-term client relationships and grow a business

Extensive experience leading major property projects from feasibility through to completion

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence clients and executive stakeholders

Experience leading mentoring and developing high-performing teams

AIQS RICS or equivalent professional accreditation

About the business

This is a nationally recognised advisory business delivering end-to-end Project Management Quantity Surveying Advisory and Asset Management services across Australias property sector.

With significant national growth underway Sydney has been identified as a strategic priority. Backed by an established Project Management business a collaborative executive leadership team and an equity offering this is a rare opportunity to establish and grow the Sydney Quantity Surveying function while helping shape the future of the organisation.

For a confidential discussion contact Jess Baker on 0 or email .

Kappa Executive Search is a boutique recruitment firm with offices in Sydney and Brisbane established in 2012. We specialise in Quantity Surveying Architecture Interior Design Estimating Building Services Engineering and both permanent and contract recruitment.


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Director


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