Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure

Founded over 50 years ago, our client as grown from a small consultancy in Melbourne to become one of Australia's largest privately owned providers of Quantity Surveying and Project Management services. With a team of over 150 dedicated professionals across Australia and Fiji, they are committed to delivering excellence. They are currently seeking an intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join our expanding team in Melbourne.Why them
Their reputation for excellence has been established through a variety of public and private projects across diverse sectors. With their Infrastructure portfolio growing in South Australia and Victoria, they are looking for a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join us and help drive our ongoing expansionThe RoleThey are seeking an experienced intermediate Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in the infrastructure sector, particularly in cost planning and pre/post contract activities. This role involves working on projects across various sectors of the built environment industry.As an intermediate Quantity Surveyor, you will have a dynamic, diverse, and demanding role. You will balance autonomy with teamwork, collaborating closely with a team that is advancing our varied project pipeline. The ideal candidate will have practical experience in various aspects of Quantity Surveying, along with demonstrated expertise in the following areas:Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• 3-5 years post-qualification experience in the infrastructure sector/civil engineering
• Preferably with water, and utilities background
• Relevant undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying and/or Construction Management
• Ability to provide assistance to the Quantity Surveying team for Pre-Contract works including:

• Measurement of quantities
• Preparation of cost plans and estimates cost plans through the life cycle of the project
• Value Management
• Cashflow preparation
• Bills of Quantities
• Ability to provide assistance to the Quantity Surveying team for Post Contract / Contract Administration works including:

• Measurement and assessment of variations
• Preparation of progress claims
• Preparation of post contract certificates including variation resolution
• Cashflow management
• Bank reports
• Preparation of tax depreciation schedules
• Project cost analysis and input into preparation of cost data bases
• Quality Assurance requirements including documentation and assistance with internal audit requirements
• Experience with CostX (preferred)
• Experience with a CRM system (preferred)
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to thrive under pressure and meet multiple, conflicting deadlines in a calm professional manner
• Strong analytical skills and proactive problem solver with the ability to work both autonomously and part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external engagement
• Strong interpersonal skills for internal and external stakeholder engagement
• Actively demonstrate behaviours consistent with DCWC’s values at all times
• Willingness to perform other duties including administrative tasks within the office
• Perform other duties as reasonably expected in the role of Quantity Surveyor
• Download the detailed Position Description

What they OfferThey are passionate about expanding the horizons of their team and are committed to continuous improvement. Learn and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the technical aspects of your role, the industry and more.

• Diverse project experience
• They understand that life sometimes gets in the way, their flexible work arrangement policy allows the team to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Strong emphasis on office and team culture
• Tailored professional development/training and commitment to career progression

Employee Health and Wellbeing ProgramsThey work with a range of third-party providers to support their team undergoing work and personal difficulties. Including their Employee Assistance Program, and team bonding, social and wellbeing events throughout the year.
Industry and Membership AssociationsTheir partners with a range of industry associations catered to professional career growth such as the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AQIS), Property Council of Australia, National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), Roads Australia, and the Australian Airport Association.They are also proud members of Supply Nation which demonstrates their commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders procurement practices.
They support a range of educational, medical research and low socioeconomic programs, through donations, scholarships and volunteering.For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Ben James/0401 205 618 bjames@designandbuild.com.au or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.