Project Cost Management Group is an Australian-based quantity surveying and cost management consultancy built on one promise: delivering cost confidence. We are cost managers, not cost reporters. We work alongside our clients across the whole project lifecycle to deliver precise advice and best value-for-money outcomes.
An Award-Winning Team & Projects
Our team has been recognised nationally for the highest standards of professionalism in cost planning and commercial management. Our awards and finalist recognitions include Quantity Surveying Team of the Year, Young Achiever of the Year, and project innovation awards with the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS) & Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Projects That Make a Positive Difference
We look for projects that improve people’s wellbeing and strengthen the wider community. Our work spans education, health, research, residential/housing, civil and infrastructure, and community facilities.
About the role
We’re looking for a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Melbourne team. We’ll match the level of the role to your experience. You’ll work on a varied mix of projects across schools, councils, health, community and commercial sectors, from early feasibility through to completion.
What you'll be doing
- Measure all elements and prepare cost plans at each design stage
- Price items from first principles, including market engagement where required
- Prepare regular cost reports
- Assess tender returns and prepare tender recommendation reports
- Assess contractor variations
- Assess contractor payment claims and prepare payment recommendations to the Superintendent
- Compile benchmarking and market intelligence data
- Senior level: lead projects and client relationships, review team members’ work, and mentor junior staff
What we're looking for
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline
- QS/SQS: 3 years’ post-graduate experience.
- MAIQS or MRICS accredited, or actively working towards accreditation
- Experience in CostX preferred
- Experience across the full project life cycle, including pre-contract and post-contract activities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, and confidence dealing directly with clients
- Current full Australian driver’s licence
- Australian citizenship or full working rights in Australia
What We Offer
- Flexible working arrangements that respect work-life balance
- Support for AIQS/RICS membership and ongoing professional development
- A transparent career path and real exposure to clients and directors
- Meaningful work on projects that benefit Victorian communities
Additional Information
We want our people to do well at work and in life. We encourage a healthy, productive and flexible workplace where everyone has a voice and the chance to make a difference.
PCMG is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, are committed to an inclusive workplace, and encourage applications from all parts of the community.
Applicants must hold Australian citizenship or full working rights in Australia.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” or send your CV and a short cover letter to ****@pcmg.com.au
Find out more at www.pcmg.com.au and follow us on LinkedIn.