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Your QS support team without the full-time overhead.

Quoting takes time. Measuring drawings takes time. Chasing supplier prices takes time. Pulling everything together into a clean tender submission takes even more time.

We support builders and subcontractors with practical estimating, take-offs, tender pricing, supplier quote coordination, claims, variations and cost summaries — giving you the QS support you need without having to hire someone full-time.

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QS-SVCS / PROJECT COST REPORTCLIENT COPY
Prepared for: Concrete Company Limited Project: New Accessway at 15 Auckland Road ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE YOUR QUOTE AT A GLANCE Quoted price, excl GST $900,000 GST, 15% $135,000 Total incl GST $1,035,000 Project duration 30 work days MARKUPS DISCLOSED Markup on materials Markup on labour & plant WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES $900k EVERY DOLLAR Materials & subtrades · 63% Labour · 15% Margin · 12% Plant & o/h · 10% Reconciles to the quote total Contingency included, not an extra Every quote we prepare comes with a report like this — you see where your money is going.
More time backFocus on your business, not the paperwork.
Better tender controlKnow what is included, excluded and at risk.
Stronger marginsSharper pricing helps you win the right work.
Flexible supportUse us for one job or ongoing QS support.
Built around youWe learn your rates, suppliers and the way you work.

A QS partner that grows with your business

We become part of your team.

Train someone up and one day they leave — we won't. We stay in your corner, getting sharper on your work with every project, so you can price and build with confidence.

Hiring your own QS can be expensive, and once they learn your systems, suppliers, rates and pricing strategy, there is always a risk they move on. With QS Services, your estimating support stays with your business.

The more we price for you, the better we understand your company, your rates, your suppliers, your preferred subcontractors, your margins and the type of work you want to win. Over time, we become sharper, faster and more aligned with how you price.

Our goal is simple: help you win better work, protect your margin and free up your time.

1. Take-off only

Send us your plans. We measure the works and prepare a clear take-off or schedule for you to send out to your own suppliers and subcontractors.

Best for contractors who already have supplier relationships but need accurate quantities quickly.

2. Take-off + you source prices

We complete the take-off and package it clearly for you to send to your suppliers. You send the prices back to us and we pull the numbers together.

Best for contractors who want to manage supplier relationships with QS support in the background.

3. Full pricing support

We review the scope, identify what pricing is required and, where agreed, send enquiries on your behalf. We gather prices, review the numbers and prepare a full quote summary.

Best for busy builders and subcontractors who want more time back.

4. Ongoing QS support

For contractors with regular pricing, claim or variation needs, we can provide ongoing support as your external QS team.

Best for growing contractors who need reliable QS support but are not ready to hire full-time.

What we can help with

The commercial jobs you don't have time for

Quantity take-offs
Schedule of works
Bill of quantities
Tender pricing
Supplier & subbie quotes
Quote summaries
Cost breakdowns
Scope gap reviews
Clarification tags & exclusions
Progress claims
Variation pricing
Final accounts
Ongoing QS advice

The simple process

Clear steps. Better results.

1
Send your drawings and tell us what you needDrawings, specs, scope, quotes — send what you have and say what you need back.
2
We review scopeWe check the scope and identify risks, gaps and assumptions.
3
We measure & priceWe prepare accurate measurements, estimates and costings.
4
You receive clear documentsClear reports, cost summaries or tender documents.
5
Ongoing supportWe support claims, variations and final accounts.

Too busy to price it properly? Send it through.

Whether you need a take-off, full pricing support or ongoing QS help, we're here to make your life easier and your business stronger.

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NZ basedWorking with contractors across New Zealand.
Fast turnaroundExpress service for urgent deadlines.
ConfidentialYour pricing and project information is safe.
No obligationSend your plans for a review with no commitment.