Company Description:

You can help bring our villages to life!
At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.
As leaders in a growing industry, we offer not just a job, but a journey of growth and opportunity. We also take part in every aspect of our villages. We are the developers, the designers, the contractors, the operators and the owners. This means there are endless opportunities to learn and develop and as we grow, you can grow with us.
The way we work is guided by our values - One Team, Strong Enough to Care and Strive to Be the Best. We know it takes a collective effort to bring a village to life and help it thrive, so Summerset is a place where everyone’s uniqueness and diversity can shine.
When you’re part of the Summerset team, you belong to a place where your work has real impact, who you are is fully embraced and where your career flourishes.

Job Description:

We are a fast-moving, fast-growing nationwide business and we are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Development Commercial team in Wellington to help us keep up the momentum!
The Development Commercial team is responsible for establishing initial project feasibilities, budgets and estimates from land acquisition through to completion of preliminary design and approval of resource consent.
As Quantity Surveyor you will work closely alongside the Development Commercial Manager preparing financial feasibilities, including measures in accordance with NZ standard method of building works, preparation of elemental cost plans and financial analysis. You will also assist the Development Management and Design teams understand the Commercial position of our developments as they progress including tracking of project design, costs and revenue changes through internal monthly reporting

Qualifications:

Who/what are we looking for?

• A Quantity Surveyor with approximately 5+ years' experience
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and explain critical metrics and issues
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in any task undertaken
• Suitable experience dealing with both commercial and residential buildings, including a basic understanding of civil and infrastructure works
• Relevant Tertiary Qualification (preferably BSc Quantity Surveying)
• Positive "can do" attitude and team player
• A thorough understanding of standard methods of measurement as well as preparing elemental cost estimates
• Ideally some experience working with a Developer’s feasibility study

Additional Information:

What does Summerset have to offer?

• Opportunities for professional development
• Health and funeral cover
• Staff share scheme
• A day off on your birthday
• Attractive remuneration and benefits

Summerset is one of NZ's fastest growing companies and the second largest retirement village operator in the country. We design, build and operate retirement villages right across New Zealand. We are proud of our dynamic work environment and equally diverse workforce.
If this sounds like you or someone you know, then we would love to hear from you!
Please note that although we welcome applications from overseas candidates that do not have the right to work in New Zealand, due to NZ Immigration requirements it is unlikely that we will be able to support a visa application for this role.