Quantity Surveyor

THE OPPORTUNITY

An established consultancy is looking to bring an experienced Quantity Surveyor into its Melbourne team as it continues to secure work across some of Australia's most demanding project sectors.

With major developments across health, data centres, aviation and defence, this role offers the chance to work on projects that require strong commercial judgement, detailed cost advice and a hands-on approach to project delivery.
You will join a team with a diverse workload, giving you the opportunity to broaden your experience, work with key industry stakeholders and contribute to projects from the early planning stages through to completion.

YOUR ROLE

You will be responsible for providing reliable cost and commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle, helping clients make informed decisions and maintain control of project budgets.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing cost estimates and cost plans to support project feasibility and design decisions.
• Advising clients on project budgets, expenditure forecasts and cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinating tender processes, reviewing submissions and providing procurement advice.
• Tracking project costs, assessing variations and identifying potential financial risks.
• Preparing reports and presenting cost advice to clients and project teams.
• Working collaboratively with architects, engineers, contractors and other project consultants.
• Maintaining strong client relationships while ensuring projects meet their financial objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Experience in a Cost Manager, Quantity Surveyor or similar cost consultancy position.
• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related field.
• Strong technical capability across cost planning, estimating and cost control.
• Experience with complex projects and multiple project stakeholders.
• Confidence communicating cost advice and building relationships with clients.
• The ability to manage competing deadlines and take ownership of your work.
• Eligibility to obtain the security clearance required for relevant defence projects.

WHY CONSIDER THIS ROLE?

• Get involved in major projects across several high-demand sectors.
• Build experience across complex, large-scale developments.
• Join a consultancy with an active pipeline of secured and upcoming work.
• Work within a collaborative team that values technical expertise and client service.
• Access opportunities to develop professionally as the Melbourne team grows.
• Receive a competitive salary package aligned with your experience.

If you would like to know more about this role, please get in touch with Xenia Michalakis, xmichalakis@bluestonerecruitment.com