Quantity Surveyor - Technical Lead

Job Description:
What's in it for You?

• A newly created role that will add immense value to the business
• Tangible performance-based bonus that recognises your effort
• Join a well-established global company and supportive, high performing team

About Our Culture
At Crawford, we value our people; as such, we hire for attitude and train for skill, and offer a supportive and positive work environment so our people are always developing their skills and expertise to thrive in their role.
We are seeking someone that can do the job, but just as important, are able to add to the already great culture of our team and can demonstrate the qualities below, because it's who you are.
Drive - you are intrinsically motivated to give your best that is manifested through the high quality of your work and customer service.
Integrity - you are impeccable with your word and follow through on your commitments.
Growth mindset - you encourage collaboration in every interaction and welcome feedback in order to grow and also impart your learning with your team.
About the Opportunity
We are currently seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor who will be the Technical Lead to provide expert advice on all things related to quantity surveying in our CRD Team located within our Sydney office. CRD is a division of Crawford which offers Engineering, Quantity Surveying and Building Consultancy services to the insurance industry.
You will report directly to the Head of CRD and your role will be a blend of business improvement, active case management, and leadership and coaching of the surveying team.
Working with CRD gives you the opportunity to work on an interesting and vast range of projects where you will also enjoy our flexible and positive work environment, where we value work life balance and foster a collaborative and enjoyable team culture.
About You
The role will suit candidates who can demonstrate:

• Leadership of a quantity surveying team and managing the cost and financial aspects of projects
• A thorough knowledge of the building industry, building costs and construction techniques
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role (with at least 3 years' experience in Australia)
• Member of Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (highly desirable)
• Proven technical competency and the ability to lead, coach, and mentor a small team
• High integrity and effective communication
• Strong PC skills and an analytical mind
• Relevant Qualification in Quantity Surveying/Construction Management or similar
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Key Responsibilities

• Provide input on strategic development of the Quantity Surveying capabilities
• Job Allocation in conjunction with National Administration
• Peer review of Quantity Surveying reports
• Overview of monthly Quantity Surveying performance for Head Office, in conjunction with State & National Manager
• Management of Quantity Surveying Resources
• Field general business and third party enquires and head office correspondence
• In-house team training as required
• Approval and checking of high threshold invoices
• Maintain a significant level of Fee Earning responsibilities
• Maintain and build relationships with current client base
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, seminars and reviewing professional publications

Crawford is committed to being an inclusive workplace that employs and retains the best and most diverse talent. We value diversity of thought, experience and perspective and aim to create a workplace where our people feel valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, or ethnicity.
It is the policy of Crawford & Company that all successful employees consent to a national police check. To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency status.
Interested? please submit a short cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the role along with your resume.
About Us:
About Crawford
Crawford is the world's largest publicly listed claims management company operating in more than 70 countries. Crawford has been in operation for over 80 years and is committed to restoring and enhancing lives, businesses, and communities affected by natural disasters and catastrophic events.
Crawford is the only provider in Australia to offer services across the entire claim lifecycle - from 'first notification of loss' through to litigation:

• Loss adjusting - property, major and complex loss, catastrophe response
• Third-party administration (Crawford TPA is a Lloyd's accredited provider)
• Forensic accounting including business interruption expertise
• Cyber response
• Managed repair services (Contractor Connection)
• Quantity surveying, forensic engineering & building consultancy (CRD Building Consultants)
• Legal services (HBA Legal)