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Senior Quantity Surveyor, Infrastructure
About Us
Established in 1966, Donald Cant Watts Corke (DCWC) has evolved from a modest consultancy in Melbourne into one of the nation's largest privately owned Quantity Surveying and Project Management firms. With over 160 dedicated staff members across Australia and in Fiji, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence. Now, we're excited to invite an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing national Infrastructure team.
Why DCWC?
We specialise in major complex projects that require a combination of autonomy and teamwork. Our projects are career defining and provide accelerated professional development and challenging experiences on an ongoing basis.
At DCWC, we have built our reputation for excellence through a wide range of public and private projects spanning diverse sectors. As our infrastructure portfolio expands in South Australia, we are seeking an adept Senior Quantity Surveyor to contribute to our continued growth.
The Role
We are looking for a seasoned Senior Quantity Surveyor with substantial experience in the infrastructure sector to manage cost planning and pre/post-contract activities across our project pipeline. Your role as a Senior Quantity Surveyor with us will be dynamic, diverse, and demanding. Balancing autonomy with teamwork, you'll collaborate closely with a team that's driving forward our varied pipeline of projects.
The ideal candidate will have practical experience across many aspects of Quantity Surveying, as well as demonstrated experience in the following areas:
- At least 5 to 7 years post-qualification experience in the infrastructure sector/civil engineering
- Relevant undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying and/or Construction Management
- Coordinate Pre-Contract works, including: Measurement of quantities; Preparation of cost plans and estimates cost plans through the life cycle of the project; Value Management; Cashflow preparation; and Bills of Quantities.
- Coordinate Post Contract / Contract Administration works, including: Measurement and assessment of variations; Preparation of progress claims; Preparation of post contract certificates, including variation resolution; Cashflow management; Bank reports; Preparation of tax depreciation schedules; Project cost analysis and input into the preparation of cost databases; and Quality Assurance requirements, including documentation and assistance with internal audit requirements.
- Experience with CostX (preferred)
- Experience with a CRM system (preferred)
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to thrive under pressure and meet multiple, conflicting deadlines in a calm professional manner
- Strong analytical skills and proactive problem solver with the ability to work both autonomously and part of a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external engagement
- Strong interpersonal skills for internal and external stakeholder engagement
- Actively demonstrate behaviours consistent with DCWC’svaluesat all times
- Willingness to perform other duties including administrative tasks within the office
- A detailed Position Description can be accessed via our website:
What We Offer
We are passionate about expanding the horizons of our team and committedto continuous improvement. Learn and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the technical aspects of your role, the industry and more.
- We understand that life sometimes gets in the way. Ourflexible work arrangement policy allows our team to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Strong emphasis on office and team culture
- Tailored professional development/training and commitment to career progression
Employee Health and Wellbeing Programs
We work with a range of third-party providers to support our team undergoing work and personal difficulties. Including our Employee Assistance Program, team bonding, social and wellbeing events throughout the year.
Industry and Membership Associations
DCWC partners with a range of industry associations catered to professional career growth such as theAustralian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AQIS),Property Council of Australia,National Association of Women in Construction(NAWIC),Roads Australia, and theAustralian Airport Association. We are also proud members ofSupply Nation . We support a range of educational, medical research and low socioeconomic programs, through donations, scholarships and volunteering.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and use your expertise to deliver real results. As we expand our national business, we would be delighted to consider your interest in joining our team. This role is a permanent, salaried appointment based in Adelaide.
At DCWC, we are an equal opportunity employer and understand that diversity in our workforce results in diversity of thinking and innovation. Therefore, we invite First Nations individuals, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, women, individuals across all age groups, those with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to join us.
For queries relating to the role, please email Andrew Loh, Director – Infrastructure at All inquiries will be treated in strict confidence. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Andrew Loh via email, using the subject line: ‘Position Application - Senior QS Adelaide’. Applicationsclose 9.00am Monday 23 June 2025, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Do not apply via LinkedIn.
Seniority level- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Industries Construction
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