KAEFER Integrated Services Pty Ltd is the Australian subsidiary of the KAEFER Group, a company renowned worldwide for excellence in the fields of industrial insulation and associated industries, with operations in more than 30 countries and over 28,000 employees worldwide.

We specialise in the supply of Industrial Services to the Oil, LNG, Mining and Power Industries and pride ourselves on our effective delivery of quality products and our exceptional service to clientele. We are also committed to the continuous development and training of our personnel to maintain a safe and rewarding work environment.

KAEFER are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Contracts Administrator to join our busy South Australian Operations Team in South Australia.

The position responsibilities include:

• Review IFC drawings and prepare Bill of Quantities
• Estimate the quantity and costs of materials
• Tendering, negotiation and selection of contractors / subcontractors
• Preparation of contracts / subcontracts
• Set budgets for payments, inventory needs, and materials
• Assist project setup for schedule and cost alignment via Cost Coding.
• Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets
• Prepare and administer contractual correspondence, notices, claims
• Act as a liaison between clients and site managers/engineers
• Keep track of construction materials and inventory
• Identify potential financial or construction risks
• Advise clients on improvements, strategies, and/or estimated costs
• Prepare progress & productivity data for payment applications and invoicing
• Document Weekly & Monthly project reporting.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with contractors and subcontractors
• Utilize software to calculate, record, and track inventory and estimates
• Analyse completed projects to determine and compare costs and prepare final accounts

To be considered for this role you must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, constructing engineering, management or related field
• 5-10 years’ years of general construction estimating experience, financial experience, construction experience, or related field
• Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to analyse financial records and apply data to improved results
• Strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets, and financial reports
• Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets; strong estimating and financial analysis skills
• In-depth understanding of construction, materials, pricing in the mining and oil & gas industry
• Experience in rates reimbursable, cost plus and lump sum projects

KAEFER Integrated Services is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages Females and Indigenous Australians to apply.