Group
Occupation
241932 Quantity Surveyor
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
241932 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
Skill level: 1
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