We are a highly Supportive company.
Kapitol is an innovation-driven construction company based in Melbourne set to outpace and disrupt the industry. As one of Australia's fastest-growing design and construct enterprises, we proudly combine a fresh approach with decades of expertise. The result is smarter, safer, more agile building solutions, a diverse portfolio including commercial, residential and education projects, and an award-winning workplace culture.
Our team is an Authentic group of professionals.
With a healthy pipeline of live projects and a growing commercial portfolio, we're looking for an experienced
Quantity Surveyor
with a strong focus on Variations Management to join our Commercial team. You'll play a key role in our newly created team of Quantity Surveyors driving the commercial performance of our projects – ensuring accurate forecasting, cost planning and procurement while contributing to Kapitol's reputation for excellence.
This role is ideal for a QS who enjoys being close to the action on live projects and has a sharp eye for contractual entitlement, cost recovery, and commercial outcomes.
Working alongside Project Managers, Site Teams, and Contract Administrators, you'll take ownership of end-to-end variations process across one or more projects, ensuring timely identification, pricing, negotiation, and agreement of variations.
You will embody an Inspirational approach to work.
What You'll Do
* Identification, assessment, and management of head contract variations
* Prepare, submit and negotiate head contract variations and related documentation to clients.
* Assess, negotiate, and finalise subcontractor variations to maintain commercial accuracy.
* Establish programme impacts of Scope Change instructions
* Support cost forecasting, budget control, and value management throughout project delivery.
* Conduct risk reviews and ensure compliance with commercial procedures and governance frameworks.
* Provide accurate, timely financial reporting and insights to the project team.
* Collaborate with Project Managers and Contract Administrators to maintain strong commercial performance.
* Participate in project reviews, identifying opportunities to optimise financial outcomes.
What You'll Bring
* Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
* Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying or Contract Administration role within commercial construction.
* Sound understanding of cost management, contract administration, and construction contracts.
* Strong numerical and analytical skills, with a keen eye for accuracy and detail.
* Firm understanding of construction methodologies & buildability approaches
* Confident communicating with both site and client-side stakeholders
* Proactive and collaborative, with a focus on continuous improvement and teamwork.
* Highly proficient in cost management systems (e.g. Jobpac, Cheops, Excel, Bluebeam).
We are Driven to offer you a great career and benefits.
* Career Growth: Advance your skills with leadership and professional development programs.
* Innovative Work: Be part of industry-leading projects powered by cutting-edge technology.
* Well-Being Focus: Enjoy a safe, sustainable, and flexible working environment.
* Recognition & Impact: Contribute to award-winning projects that make a difference.
* Inclusive workplace: We are recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employer
Kapitol is committed to providing an equitable, inclusive and diverse working environment.
Rarely does a new hire at Kapitol satisfy all our selection criteria; we would love to hear from those who feel they have potential to be great.
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Please be sure to apply directly as we will not be engaging the services of recruitment agencies, nor any agency-represented candidates for this role.