
Estimator/QS/Commercial Role
Geneva Painting and Plastering• NorthlandPainting & Decorating • Full-time employment
About the role
Shape Your Future with a Fast-Growing Construction Related Company!
Auckland North & Northland | Competitive Package + Incentives + Company Vehicle
Ready to Power Our Growth?
Geneva Painting and Plastering is a dynamic, fast-growing construction related and property maintenance business with big ambitions. Operating from Auckland North throughout Northland (Kerikeri, Whangarei, Warkworth), we're expanding into a national operation and need a numbers-savvy professional to fuel our growth.
We deliver quality painting, recoating, plastering and remedial renovation services across residential, commercial and civil construction and property markets. Now we need someone exceptional with numbers to join our senior team and help us scale exponentially.
The Opportunity
This isn't just another estimating role – this is THE role that everything else flows from. You'll play a key role in our growth, with a clear pathway to senior management and the opportunity to shape your own career journey.
What makes this special:
Join as an Estimator, grow into a full QS/Commercial Management role
Work directly with our MD and GM who are committed to your development
Lead and develop our estimation team (including current directors!)
Flexible location - remote work options available, commute as needed
Be part of the senior management team from day one
What You'll Do,
Drive our growth through precision and speed:
Identify new project opportunities and market developments
Master architectural plans and specifications to scope our work perfectly
Create detailed BOQs, costings and pricing using Excel templates and take-off software
Lead client meetings and site visits to understand requirements
Manage our entire tendering and quotation process with performance-based rewards
Negotiate contracts and oversee documentation
Work with operations teams to monitor project performance against budgets
The core requirement:
Well-developed Excel spreadsheet skills for measurements, BOQs, costing and pricing summaries. You'll be our mathematical brain with a spatial mind to visualize construction details and determining our work scope.
What We're Looking For,
The ideal candidate:
Numbers-driven with strong analytical and mathematical skills
Proven estimating experience in construction/related industries (3-5+ years)
High degree of Excel spreadsheet capability
Ability to read and interpret architectural plans like a pro
Strong computer/IT skills and experience with business management systems
Self-motivated with ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
Construction-related qualifications (e.g. QS diploma/degree)
Growth mindset, ready to develop into management and beyond
Could be perfect for:
A professional who's awesome with numbers. looking for a dynamic growth opportunity and ready for responsibility
An experienced estimator wanting to maximize their potential
Someone looking to transition into QS work with commercial focus
What We Offer,
More than just a job:
Competitive incentive-based package that rewards performance
Company vehicleincluded
Outstanding work/life balance in stunning Northland locations
Direct mentorship from MD and GM
Clear pathway to senior management team membership
Shape your own opportunities - we support ambitious goals
Training and development budget to reach your potential
Share in our success as we grow nationally
Ready to Make Your Mark?
This role has urgency – we're growth-constrained and need someone who can hit the ground running. If you're the mathematical powerhouse we're looking for, with the spatial intelligence to read plans and the drive to grow with us, we want to hear from you.
This is your chance to be instrumental in building something big.
Geneva Painting and Plastering is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.
Apply now - your numbers-driven future starts here.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as an Estimator in construction or related industries
- 3-5 years of experience in a residential or commercial construction environment
- Well-developed skills in Excel and business/job management systems
- Strong understanding of building methods and materials
- Relevant industry qualifications or degree in QS or construction management
About Geneva Painting and Plastering
More job listings from Geneva Painting and PlasteringGeneva Painting is a dynamic fast-growing construction and property maintenance business operating from Auckland north and throughout Northland with operations in Kerikeri, Whangarei and Warkworth, and growth plans to develop into a national business. We provide quality painting, recoating, plastering and remedial/maintenance services to specification to a wide range of new and existing residentia...