Junior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Dunedin or Wellington New Zealand
Company: BGIS Direct
Employment Type: Part-Time Permanent / On-Site

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to clients across various industries. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of safety efficiency and operational excellence.

BGIS is seeking a motivated Junior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of residential retrofit and construction projects by providing accurate estimating variation management tender analysis and financial project reporting. Reporting directly to the Quantity Surveyor Team Lead you will work collaboratively with BGIS project teams subcontractors and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently competitively and within budget.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate undergraduate student or someone early in their Quantity Surveying career who is looking to build their experience within a supportive and growing team.

The ideal candidate will be proactive detail-oriented eager to learn and passionate about developing a long-term career in the construction industry.

• Measure estimate and prepare variations for residential retrofit works in a timely and accurate manner.
• Review and assess subcontractor pricing for prospective residential projects.
• Measure scope and prepare tender documentation from project drawings and specifications.
• Prepare financial project reporting including variations and claims management.
• Issue requests for pricing to subcontractors and evaluate responses.
• Work closely with Project Managers architects consultants subcontractors and client representatives.
• Support the QS team in maintaining cost accuracy and commercial performance across projects.
• Assist in reviewing tender submissions to ensure competitive market pricing.

• Tertiary study in Quantity Surveying Construction Management Building or a related discipline (undergraduates and graduates are encouraged to apply).
• Some experience or exposure to the construction industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to interpret construction documentation and drawings.
• Strong numerical analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Previous experience using construction rates estimating or quantity surveying principles.
• Exposure to residential construction or retrofit projects.
• Experience preparing tenders variations or project cost reports.
• Knowledge of New Zealand construction practices and contracts.

To support your growth and development this position will initially be based on-site in either our Dunedin office. As you build capability and establish yourself within the role there may be opportunities for flexible working arrangements in line with business requirements.

Competitive salary package
Career development and mentoring from experienced Quantity Surveyors
Exposure to a diverse range of residential and construction projects
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Opportunities for ongoing professional development
Access to BGIS employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives
Job security with a global facilities management leader
Work for an organisation committed to safety sustainability and operational excellence

BGIS is a global leader in facility management energy and sustainability project delivery asset management and technical services. We employ over 12000 people worldwide and manage over 50000 diverse facilities including critical environments such as data centres. Our clients span sectors including Healthcare Government Higher Education and Utilities.

If you are a proactive and motivated aspiring Quantity Surveyor looking to launch or grow your career with a forward-thinking company we would love to hear from you.

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage applications from women Māori and Pasifika peoples LGBTQIA individuals and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

To be successful in this role applicants must have full working rights in New Zealand.

Be part of a workplace that values diversity safety sustainability and continuous innovation.

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