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An excellent opportunity has opened for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a highly respected consultancy delivering major commercial, healthcare, government, and infrastructure projects across Christchurch and the wider South Island region.

With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued growth across both vertical construction and civil sectors, the business is looking for an experienced QS who can lead projects, mentor junior staff, and play a key role in client relationships and business development within the region.

This is an outstanding opportunity for someone wanting:

• Greater autonomy and influence
• Leadership and mentoring responsibility
• Direct client interaction
• Exposure to major and diverse projects
• Long-term career progression within a respected consultancy
• A genuine Christchurch lifestyle balance

The Role
You'll take ownership across a range of projects and responsibilities including:

• Leading cost planning and project delivery
• Managing client relationships and stakeholder communication
• Mentoring and supporting intermediate and junior QS staff
• Procurement and contract administration
• Financial reporting and commercial management
• Assisting in maintaining and developing business opportunities across the region

The role offers strong exposure across both commercial construction and growing infrastructure/civil projects, so candidates with experience across both sectors will be highly regarded.

What We're Looking For
We're keen to speak with candidates who have:

• 7+ years Quantity Surveying experience
• Consultancy or contractor-side background
• Strong commercial acumen and leadership capability
• Experience delivering commercial construction projects
• Civil/infrastructure exposure advantageous
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• A proactive approach and desire to help grow a business and team

Why Christchurch?
Christchurch continues to offer one of New Zealand's strongest construction markets, with major investment across healthcare, civic, education, and infrastructure sectors. Combined with an excellent lifestyle, shorter commutes, and access to the outdoors, it's an attractive option for professionals looking to progress their career while enjoying better balance outside of work.
This opportunity would suit someone already based in Christchurch or candidates considering relocation from elsewhere in New Zealand.

What's on Offer

• Competitive senior-level salary package
• High-quality and diverse projects
• Leadership and mentoring opportunities
• Strong pipeline of secured work
• Professional and collaborative culture
• Flexible and modern working environment
• Long-term career progression

This is a fantastic opportunity to take your career to another level. So don't wait around, take action and apply now. 

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