Job Description AECOM’s Cost Management team has an opportunity in Southeast QLD for an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager to join our successful team based in Brisbane. The role will predominantly be working on vertical infrastructure projects with opportunity to expand and diversify into other sectors. This role would suit an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager looking to continue to grow their career working on a variety of projects.
A typical day in the role:
Lead and oversee cost management and quantity surveying services for large-scale projects throughout Queensland, with a focus on Health, Education, Sports, Justice and Community Infrastructure
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project teams ensuring delivery excellence
Manage all aspects of project cost planning from early feasibility through to delivery, including cost estimating, value engineering, risk assessment, whole-of-life costing, and capital expenditure advice
Build strong and trusted relationships with clients, offering strategic commercial advice and guiding key decision-making across project lifecycles
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams locally and nationally to deliver integrated, value-driven solutions
Represent AECOM within the industry, contribute to business development, and support the leadership team in winning new work and expanding our client base.
Qualifications The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
What are we looking for from you?
Ideally, 10+ years’ post-graduate experience in quantity surveying, cost management, or estimating, with a strong record of delivering complex infrastructure projects (including TMR and civil infrastructure such as roads, bridges, dams, pipelines, and transport hubs)
Proven leadership in client-facing roles, with excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and presentation skills
Deep understanding of Australian construction contracts, procurement strategies, and industry standards
A relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Engineering, ideally with AIQS or RICS accreditation
Advanced proficiency in Expert Estimation with familiarity in Microsoft Project P6, CostX, Pronamics and @Risk highly advantageous
Demonstrated experience in mentoring and developing junior staff and contributing to business growth through client engagement and proposal development.
Additional Information Why you’ll love working with us:
Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
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We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
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