Quantity Surveyors

Construction Cost Estimates

Construction Cost Estimates

Elemental Quantity Surveyors provide accurate, independent construction cost estimates for residential and commercial projects across New Zealand. Our role as professional quantity surveyors is to give you clear, reliable cost advice so you can plan, fund, and deliver your project with confidence.

Whether you are at early feasibility stage or preparing to build, we tailor our cost estimates to suit the scale and complexity of your project, helping you make informed decisions from the outset.

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Street front of a residential townhouse development, recently completed by Christchurch Quantity Surveyors

Why Choose Elemental Quantity Surveyors

Supporting Your Project from Start to Finish

Whether you are applying for initial finance or seeking progress drawdowns, Elemental QS is here to make the process seamless. Our QS team works directly with developers, banks, and financiers to ensure every report is clear, accurate, and compliant with lender expectations.

Our Quantity Surveying Services Includes:

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Are you looking for independent Quantity Surveyor in New Zealand? Our team offers an extensive suite of cost-effective, high-quality services for residential, commercial, retail, and industrial projects. Contact us today to discuss your project needs.

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Head Office

23-29 Albert Street, Auckland 1010
19 Sheffield Crescent, Burnside, Christchurch 8053

Phone : +64 20-493-6595

info@elementalqs.co.nz

Independent Quantity Surveying Advice

As an independent QS consultancy, our advice is impartial and based on current market data, real construction costs, and proven methodology. We work alongside homeowners, builders, architects, developers, and lenders to ensure project budgets are realistic, transparent, and well controlled.

Our construction cost estimates are prepared to support:

  • Design and feasibility decision-making

  • Bank and lender funding requirements

  • Tendering and contract negotiations

  • Cost control throughout construction

Construction Cost Estimating Services

We provide detailed and practical cost estimates at all stages of a project, including:

Preliminary & Feasibility Cost Estimates

Early-stage cost advice to test project viability, compare design options, and establish an initial budget before committing to detailed design.

Detailed Construction Cost Estimates

Comprehensive estimates based on developed drawings and specifications, providing accurate pricing for budgeting, tendering, and contract preparation.

Builder’s Labour & Material Estimates

Clear breakdowns of labour and material costs to support pricing, scheduling, and procurement planning.

Bills of Quantities (BOQs)

Measured schedules prepared to a high professional standard, enabling fair and consistent tender pricing and reducing the risk of variations during construction.

Residential & Commercial Expertise

Elemental Quantity Surveyors have extensive experience across a wide range of project types, including:

  • New residential homes and renovations

  • Townhouse and multi-unit developments

  • Commercial and mixed-use projects

  • Insurance reinstatement and repair works

Our cost estimates reflect current New Zealand construction conditions, regional pricing differences, and project-specific risks.

Why Choose Elemental Quantity Surveyors

  • Accurate, market-based cost estimates

  • Independent and transparent advice

  • Clear, easy-to-understand reporting

  • Experience with residential and commercial projects

  • Trusted by clients, builders, and lenders

We focus on practical, realistic cost advice that helps avoid budget overruns and unexpected surprises during construction.

Work With an Experienced Quantity Surveyor

If you need professional construction cost estimates or independent quantity surveying advice, Elemental Quantity Surveyors are here to help. We work across New Zealand and tailor our services to suit your project requirements.

Contact us today to discuss your project and how our quantity surveying services can support your build.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about hiring Quantity Surveyors in Christchurch. As expert Christchurch QS professionals, we provide the cost management and clarity needed for your local residential or commercial construction project to succeed.

A Quantity Surveyor is your key financial advisor, managing costs from start to finish. In Christchurch's unique market, a local QS provides crucial budget control, manages tenders, and helps navigate specific consent and construction challenges, protecting your investment.

As your local Christchurch QS, we offer comprehensive cost management, including detailed estimates, progress claim assessments, variation advice, and final account agreements. We ensure your project, whether a new home or a commercial fit-out, stays financially on track.

Our services are based on an hourly rate of $140 (exc. GST). For every project, we provide a fixed-price fee proposal upfront, which we honour to ensure you have complete cost certainty and no surprises.