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Jingyi (Ariel)  Zhang

Jingyi (Ariel) Zhang

Remuera,AUK

Summary

Intermediate Quantity Surveyor with 4 years’ New Zealand construction experience across residential and commercial projects. Strong background in tendering, cost estimation and subcontract procurement within fast-paced build environments.

Keen to further develop commercial capability, take on greater responsibility and contribute added value to a growth-focused construction team.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Quantity Surveyor

W Construction Ltd
Parnell, Auckland
01.2025 - 02.2026
  • Managed full QS delivery across 7 standalone houses and 4 terrace developments within subdivision projects
  • Oversaw commercial and cost control for ~50 builds annually across multiple sites
  • Led subcontractor procurement including tendering, negotiation and contract award
  • Prepared and negotiated subcontract agreements and final contract sums to secure competitive pricing
  • Managed project budgets and cost tracking to maintain margin and financial control
  • Coordinated closely with site managers on programme, sequencing and build delivery
  • Procured and managed major material packages including timber for multiple builds
  • Supported delivery of high-volume residential subdivision projects in a fast-paced environment

Construction Estimator

Treasure Homes Ltd
Albany, Auckland
08.2022 - 12.2024
  • Tendered a 100-unit terrace development valued at $35M
  • Managed annual tender pricing exceeding $200M across large-scale residential projects
  • Delivered full tendering and cost estimation for a high-volume main contractor
  • Prepared cost estimates and budgets for multi-unit and subdivision developments
  • Produced project specifications, pricing breakdowns and tender documentation
  • Prepared Master Build and NZCB contracts and developed project payment schedules
  • Familiar with NZS3910 & NZS3915 contract structures and commercial processes
  • Analysed subcontractor and supplier pricing to achieve competitive project costs
  • Applied value engineering to improve cost efficiency and tender competitiveness
  • Part of the delivery team for Flat Bush Road, recipient of Commercial Gold – House of the Year (2024–2025)

Quantity Surveyor Intern

YC Homes Ltd
Albany
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Measured construction materials from drawings including timber and fittings
  • Assisted with quantity take-offs and basic costings
  • Reviewed drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy

Education

Bachelor of Construction - Quantity Surveying

Massey University
Auckland, NZ
12-2022

Skills


  • Cost estimation
  • Procurement management
  • Subcontract negotiation
  • Tender preparation
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Construction law knowledge

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Quantity Surveyor

W Construction Ltd
01.2025 - 02.2026

Construction Estimator

Treasure Homes Ltd
08.2022 - 12.2024

Quantity Surveyor Intern

YC Homes Ltd
03.2022 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Construction - Quantity Surveying

Massey University
Jingyi (Ariel) Zhang