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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