Senior Quantity Surveyor – Estimator

Pear Tree.

. Review architectural drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeRemote • PhilippinesSenior💰 ₱75,000 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quantity surveying and construction cost management, with a strong focus on accurate quantity take-offs, detailed quotations, and project cost tracking. Proficient in utilizing estimating software and managing multiple construction projects within the New Zealand construction industry.

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Quantity SurveyingConstruction Cost ManagementDetailed QuotationsEstimating Software (CostX)Project Cost Tracking

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Hard Skills

Quantity Take-OffsCost EstimationProject SchedulingBack CostingTender SubmissionsCost TrackingVariation ManagementConstruction DocumentationNumerical AccuracyCommercial Awareness

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationAttention to DetailIndependent WorkDeadline ManagementOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelEstimating SoftwareProject Management SystemsJob Costing SystemsDocument Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Qualification in Quantity SurveyingConstruction ManagementBuildingEngineering

Industry Keywords

New Zealand Construction IndustryResidential ConstructionCommercial ConstructionTender DocumentationProcurementConstruction MethodsBuilding ProductsSubcontractor MarketsProject ForecastingFinal Accounts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review architectural drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation
Complete detailed quantity take-offs for residential and commercial construction projects
Prepare labour, material, subcontractor and preliminary cost estimates
Develop scopes of work, pricing schedules, quotations and tender submissions
Identify unclear tender information and raise requests for clarification
Estimate project durations, construction stages and sequencing requirements
Coordinate supplier and subcontractor pricing and maintain quotation records
Assist with procurement, including pricing, availability, lead times and product compliance
Prepare, price and document project variations and maintain variation registers
Track actual costs against estimates, budgets and approved variations
Complete back costing and identify cost overruns, margin risks and variances
Update cost reports, forecasts and final-cost reporting
Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, site staff and internal team members
Assist with project planning, timelines, procurement milestones and outstanding actions
Provide general construction and project administration, including records, spreadsheets, registers, schedules, document control and correspondence
Use and maintain estimating, project-management, job-costing, scheduling and document-management systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven previous experience working within the New Zealand construction industry
Practical understanding of New Zealand construction methods, terminology, documentation and pricing
Experience across both residential and commercial construction projects
Demonstrated experience in quantity surveying, estimating or construction cost management
Ability to complete accurate quantity take-offs from architectural and construction drawings
Experience preparing detailed quotations and full tender submissions
Ability to produce practical project schedules alongside quotations
Experience obtaining and comparing supplier and subcontractor pricing
Strong understanding of variations, project cost tracking and back costing
Ability to manage multiple tenders, projects and variations simultaneously
Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
Practical experience with CostX or comparable estimating software
Strong professional English and the ability to communicate clearly with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal staff
Strong numerical accuracy, commercial awareness and attention to detail
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and follow tasks through to completion
Willingness to complete general administrative work when the core workload is lighter
Availability to work 30–40 hours per week during New Zealand business hours
A qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, Engineering or a related discipline is preferred
Equivalent practical New Zealand construction experience may be considered
Highly desirable: experience estimating high-end architectural residential projects; commercial construction, retail or hospitality fit-outs; projects from tender through completion; New Zealand building products, suppliers and subcontractor markets; procurement schedules, project forecasting and final accounts; basic project management or construction coordination; previous remote work for a New Zealand construction business

Benefits

Comp & perks

Holidays to be discussed; open to negotiation
Negotiable salary for the right candidate