Quantity Surveyor / Cost Engineer

About the Role: A well-established New Zealand construction company specializing in high-quality residential building projects is seeking a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Engineer. You will support end-to-end project cost control and financial administration, ensuring accurate estimating, cost tracking, variations management, and procurement coordination.

What You'll Do

• Prepare detailed and accurate project quotes covering labour, materials, subcontractors, and margins.
• Identify, document, and manage project variations, and prepare progress claims and invoices.
• Monitor project budgets versus actual costs within Buildertrend or a similar system.
• Track labour hours across active projects and prepare productivity reports.
• Coordinate material ordering and act as a key link between office, site teams, suppliers, and clients.

What You Bring

• Experience in Quantity Surveying, estimating, or construction cost administration.
• Strong proficiency in Buildertrend or similar construction management platforms.
• Excellent numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Bonus: Formal qualification in Quantity Surveying, experience in residential/commercial construction ($1M–$2M range), and familiarity with NZ construction standards (e.g., NZS 3910).

Benefits

• Salary range up to Php 85,000 per month (based on skills and experience).
• 100% remote work setup (Independent Contractor Agreement).
• Work-life balance with New Zealand Public Holidays observed.
• Day shift schedule: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Philippine Standard Time (10:00 AM - 7:00 PM NZDT).