Quantity Surveyor

BAQS is an established, independent Melbourne quantity surveying and cost management practice, founded in 2008 by Director Des Berkowitz (CQS, AAIQS), who brings over 30 years of construction industry experience. We work for local councils, government, education providers, developers, community organisations and major banks and lenders across council and community, education, childcare and aged care, residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects.

We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our South Yarra team. All levels of experience will be considered – from graduates and junior QSs through to experienced and senior QSs. Duties will be matched to your experience and may include:

• Measurement, estimating and cost planning from concept design through to tender
• Financiers’ initial reports and monthly progress claim assessments for banks and lenders
• Tax depreciation schedules and insurance replacement valuations
• Maintenance plans (sinking fund reports) and lifecycle costing
• Variation and progress claim assessments and contract administration support
• Assisting with expert witness reports for building disputes (VCAT, County Court and Supreme Court)

What we offer:

•  Flexible working hours and hybrid office / work-from-home arrangements
•  Direct mentoring from the Director and senior QS team, with exposure to a broad range of projects and report types
•  Support towards AIQS membership and Certified Quantity Surveyor (CQS) accreditation
• A friendly, collaborative small-practice culture in our South Yarra office
• Remuneration commensurate with experience