Senior Quantity Surveyor (PQS)

Senior Quantity Surveyor (PQS)

Location: Adelaide SA
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $120000 - $130000 Super

If youre a Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys being trusted with projects advising clients and helping shape project outcomes from the earliest stages this role offers the opportunity to step into a visible and influential position within a global consultancy environment.

Youll be joining an internationally recognised property and construction consultancy with a long track record delivering cost management and advisory services across major developments worldwide. The firm is known for combining technical cost expertise with strategic commercial advice helping clients deliver projects with clarity and confidence.

The Adelaide office continues to grow and works across a diverse mix of developments including commercial buildings residential projects health facilities education infrastructure and mixed-use precincts. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor youll play a key role in client advisory project leadership and mentoring junior team members while working closely with experienced directors and project stakeholders.

Whats in It for You

Senior position within a globally recognised cost consultancy
Adelaide CBD office with a growing and well supported team
Work across a diverse pipeline of commercial residential health and education projects
Opportunity to lead projects and build direct client relationships
Involvement in high quality developments across both private and public sectors
Supportive consultancy environment with long term career progression
Salary of $120K $130K Super

What Youll Be Doing

Leading cost management services across multiple development projects
Providing early stage feasibility advice and strategic cost planning
Advising clients on procurement strategies and project commercial structures
Managing project budgets cost reporting and financial risk
Acting as a key point of contact for clients project managers and consultants
Leading negotiations around variations procurement and final accounts
Mentoring and supporting junior surveyors within the team

What Youll Need

Qualifications: Degree in Quantity Surveying Construction Economics or similar
Experience: Strong PQS consultancy background with experience managing projects
Sector Exposure: Commercial residential infrastructure or public sector developments
Client Skills: Confident communicating with senior stakeholders and project teams
Commercial Insight: Ability to provide practical cost advice and manage project risks
Leadership: Comfortable taking ownership of projects and guiding junior staff

Lets Talk!

If youre looking for a Senior QS role where you can lead projects build strong client relationships and play an important role within a global consultancy this could be a great next step.

For a confidential discussion contact:
Shane OBrien



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