About the company
WT Partnership has spent 75 years building an independent, international reputation across cost management and advisory in the building, construction and infrastructure sectors. Their Auckland team is currently riding a wave of high-profile data centre wins, projects backed by some of the world's biggest global technology and hyperscale clients, not boutique or one-off builds. It's a genuine growth story: demand for data centre expertise in Auckland has surged as major international investment lands in the region, and WT's pipeline reflects it. Joining now means stepping into an established, independently owned consultancy at the exact point its data centre practice is scaling.
Role summary
Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead cost management across WT's expanding Auckland data centre pipeline, high density builds with 20-50MW power delivery and significant MEP scope. You'll work directly on mission-critical projects for major global clients, applying genuine data centre cost expertise most NZ QS professionals haven't had the chance to develop.
Key responsibilities
· Cost planning, estimating and value engineering across data centre builds
· Tender evaluation, analysis and contract negotiation
· Cost checking and monitoring through the design and build phases
· Progress valuations, variations and payment recommendations
· Cash flow forecasting and accurate, timely cost reporting
· Claims preparation, negotiation and settlement
· Final account reporting and investment analysis
· Identifying new business opportunities within existing client relationships
Key skills & experience required
· Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying
· 7+ years' project QS experience, ideally including complex or large-scale builds
· Genuine, hands-on data centre project experience essential for this seniority
· Strong understanding of MEP-heavy scopes and high voltage power infrastructure
· Proficient in CostX or equivalent cost planning and estimating software
· RICS or NZIQS membership (or working towards) highly regarded
· Excellent stakeholder communication and negotiation skills
· Strong attention to detail and financial acumen
What's in it for you
This is a rare chance to bring genuine data centre cost expertise into one of Auckland's most active pipelines, working with major global clients on projects of real scale and significance. WT backs this with an annual bonus scheme, Southern Cross medical cover, and full support toward your RICS or NZIQS membership. For the right candidate committed to relocating, visa and settlement support may be available, and WT's balanced way of working means the move comes with lifestyle, not just career upside.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position, please submit your CV and a cover letter, including your current visa status and/or motivators and commitment behind the relocation to NZ.
This opportunity would suit a returning kiwi, or an overseas applicant eligible to gain a skilled work visa, with working rights to enter the NZ career market.
Rachel McNickle
Managing Director – Assemble Recruitment
https://www.assemblerecruit.com/?source=google.com
0064 027 274 6821
[email protected].
Pay: £65,420.00-£87,221.00 per year
Work Location: In person
