Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

About Us

JFC are a team built on trust, collaboration, and a passion for excellence. We’re a trusted partner in New Zealand’s civil and infrastructure sector with an excellent reputation, built on proven results, lasting relationships, and forward-thinking solutions.

We’re growing, we’re embracing new challenges, and we are seeking someone who wants to grow their career with us.

The Role

We’re looking for a self-motivated enthusiastic person to perform a dual Estimator/Quantity Surveyor position within our Commercial Team. If you enjoy providing leadership in civil construction, getting about on site, and want to work in busy and collaborative environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

To succeed in this role, you will have a proven record for estimating civil works in NZ, experience working under NZ3910 contracts, procurement and cost control, cost reporting and financial management. You will be responsible for the management, coordination and preparation of estimating, procurement and project cost reporting.

Our ideal applicant will have a successful track record of pricing and tendering to win profitable projects in the Wellington Region. You will also be adept at furst principle pricing, labour and materials with commercial astuteness and ensuring projects are completed in good financial health while maintaining a positive relationship with the client.

What You’ll Be Doing

Estimating and leading the pricing and procurement to secure projects.

Ensuring Financial Efficiency & Income Streams – Comprehensive submission of progress claims for both contracted scope and changes, creating a no-surprises financial environment for all project stakeholders. Identifying opportunities to enhance value through effective cost management, budgeting, and strategic planning

Leading Procurement Strategies – Managing supplier and subcontractor procurement from tender to ongoing administration

Comprehensive Cost & Contract Management – Tracking project costs and preparing detailed financial reports against budgets

Strengthening Industry Partnerships – Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and key stakeholders for long-term success and market opportunities.

What We’re looking For

NZ Degree in Quantity Surveying, or

NZ equivalent Engineering qualification

Strong numerical and analytical skills demonstrated by prior project financial reporting experience

Strong skills with Candy software for Estimating and Project cost control.

Experience with digital measurement software e.g. Bluebeam.

Proven experience in the Wellington civil infrastructure market

Superb communication and organisational skills

A stable and successful NZ work history, minimum 5 years experience.

Lastly, you will need to be a motivated and positive person. JFC is a company that prides themselves on their people and relationships you will need to be the kind of person who likes to add value wherever you go.

For further information please visit our company website www.jfcltd.co.nz

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency

Why Join Us?

Career growth opportunities

• Competitive salary
• Supportive and dynamic team culture
• Ready to Apply?
• If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you!