Occupation

242932 Quantity Surveyor

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
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Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
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242932 Quantity Surveyor

Determines, analyses, and manages the costs associated with construction projects, including the feasibility, design, construction, and operation stages.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Specialisations

  • Cost Engineer
  • Cost Manager
  • Cost Planner
  • Estimating Manager

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Prepares cost estimates for construction projects based on varying levels of design
  • Prepares detailed cost plans for budgetary control, including bills of quantities, and manages progress payments
  • Monitors the project through the construction phases and adjusts cost based on variations
  • Prepares tender documents and evaluates contractor bids
  • Prepares tax depreciation reports
  • Prepares replacement cost assessments for insurance purposes
  • Engages with key stakeholders, including asset owners, financiers, architects, builders, engineers, and developers