# Quantity Surveyor / Sales Estimator - (12-month fixed-term contract)

> Vulcan · Auckland, New Zealand · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-17

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** New Zealand

## Description

_Vulcan Building Systems | East Tamaki, Auckland | 12-month fixed-term contract | Monday–Friday, 8 hours/day (7am–5pm)_

Join **Vulcan Building Systems as a Quantity Surveyor / Sales Estimator**, managing quotes, reading construction and building consent drawings, and using estimate software in a dynamic, growing team. It's a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same — you'll be the link between customers, our sales team, and operations, helping deliver accurate, timely solutions.

**What you'll be doing**

-   Manage customer, colleague, and supplier interactions by phone, email, and face-to-face
-   Accurately estimate quantities from construction and building consent drawings
-   Provide timely, accurate quotes to meet customer specifications
-   Follow up on active quotes and help build a strong sales pipeline
-   Maintain high levels of customer service with a focus on sales
-   Coordinate with operations to schedule and dispatch orders efficiently (achieve full DIFOT)
-   Support the wider team and contribute to company growth

_This role blends desk-based estimating with regular customer contact — you'll move between quoting software, drawings, and the phone throughout the day._

**Requirements**

-   Ability to read construction and building consent drawings
-   Experience using building estimate software
-   Experience in customer service and sales
-   Knowledge of, or experience in, the steel or construction industry (preferred)
-   Intermediate to advanced computer skills and strong numerical ability
-   A valid work visa or the right to work in New Zealand
-   Able to pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen

**What's in it for you**

-   A supportive team environment where your efforts are recognised
-   Long-term career opportunities in a stable, growing business
-   On-the-job training and development to help you succeed
-   Access to Vulcan's health and wellness programme, including a 24/7 on-site gym
-   The chance to represent a trusted brand and make a real impact on the industry

**About Vulcan**

Founded in 1995, Vulcan is Australasia's highest-performing metals distributor and processor, delivering solutions that enable excellence. With 69 sites and around 1,300 employees across New Zealand and Australia, our sustained growth comes from superior service and a dedication to continuous improvement across every facet of our business — and this always starts with people.

**Sound like you?** Apply now and we'll be in touch for a quick chat.

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