AddressLocation: Melbourne
About the role
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor/Contracts Administrator with minimum 2 years' experience to join their civil construction team in Melbourne.
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for accurately estimating and managing project costs, ensuring efficient resource allocation and maximizing profitability. Your expertise in cost planning, contract administration and procurement will be essential in delivering successful civil construction projects.
Skills & Experience:
- Prepare accurate cost estimates for civil construction projects, considering all relevant factors such as materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
- Collaborate with project teams and engineers to analyze project requirements and develop cost plans.
- Manage construction contracts, including reviewing contractual terms and conditions.
- Prepare and evaluate tender documents, contract specifications, and pricing schedules
- Collaborate with procurement teams to source materials, equipment, and subcontractor services at competitive prices while maintaining quality standards.
- Prepare and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations, negotiate contracts and ensure timely procurement of required resources.
- Monitor project expenditure, track costs against budgets, and implement measures to control and mitigate cost overruns.
- Provide accurate and timely cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projections to project stakeholders.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop risk management strategies to mitigate potential cost impacts.
- Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders to provide cost-related advice and ensure effective project communication and prepare and present cost reports
Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related field. Additional certifications are desirable.
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civil construction projects.
- Proven knowledge of construction cost estimation and contract administration.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
Summary of role requirements:
- Flexible hours available
- 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
- Working rights required for this role
- Expected start date for role: 10 June 2024
- Expected salary: $80,000 - $120,000 per year
