Location: Melbourne, VIC
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $120,000 - $150-,000 + Superannuation

Join a nationally respected consultancy where your expertise will directly influence major developments across Victoria while positioning you for long term career growth within a high performing team.

This independent property and construction advisory firm provides quantity surveying, asset consulting, and building advisory services to government bodies, institutional investors, and private developers. Known for its precision, reliability, and commercially focused advice, the business delivers projects across education, health, commercial, infrastructure, and public sector portfolios through a strong national network of offices.

Working from the Melbourne office, you will gain exposure to a broad mix of projects and clients while collaborating with experienced professionals who are committed to developing their people.
 

What You’ll Be Responsible For

You will play a key role in managing the financial performance of projects from early feasibility through to delivery, ensuring clients receive accurate and strategic cost advice.

• Preparing cost plans, feasibility studies, BOQs, and tender documentation
• Advising on procurement approaches and contract administration
• Monitoring budgets and providing financial reporting
• Supporting value engineering initiatives to optimise project outcomes
• Leading client interactions and maintaining strong relationships
• Reviewing work and guiding junior team members
• Coordinating with consultants and stakeholders throughout delivery

 

Your Background

This opportunity suits a technically capable QS who enjoys both analytical work and client engagement.

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• Around 6+ years of relevant experience, ideally in Australia
• Strong knowledge of construction practices and procurement methods
• Advanced skills in CostX and Excel
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder skills
• Well organised with the ability to manage several projects at once
• Working toward or holding AIQS or RICS membership advantageous

 

What You Can Expect in Return

🏗️ Involvement in high impact projects across multiple sectors
📈 Clear progression supported by structured development processes
🤝 Mentorship from experienced senior professionals
👥 Collaborative, inclusive team culture
🏡 Flexibility and access to a national professional network
📚 Support for training, professional memberships, and career growth

If you are looking for a role that offers variety, stability, and genuine long term progression within a respected consultancy, this opportunity is well worth exploring.

Confidential enquiries welcome
Shane O’Brien
📞 0406 639 008
📧 shane.obrien@kappaexecutive.com