Sarah Kane
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Results-driven Quantity Surveyor with 5 years of diverse experience in the construction industry, including 4.5 years in London and 6 months in Sydney. Holds a First-Class Honours Degree in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management from Ulster University. Adept at managing project costs, conducting valuations, and providing commercial advice. Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget while ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Quantity Surveyor
Richard Crookes Construction
Sydney, Australia
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted detailed cost planning and control for multiple residential and commercial projects
- Managed project budgets, tracked expenditures, and produced regular financial reports
- Collaborated with project managers, architects, and engineers to ensure project specifications and cost efficiencies
- Assisted in contract administration and procurement processes, including tendering and negotiating with subcontractors
- Worked in both NSW and ACT
- Projects included The Sirius Building in the Rocks (Residential Refurbishment Project) and HMAS Harman (Defence Project)
Quantity Surveyor
McLaughlin and Harvey
London, United Kingdom
08.2019 - 01.2024
- Oversaw cost management for large-scale commercial and residential projects, with budgets ranging from £2M to £200M
- Performed cost estimates, valuations, and cost reporting throughout project lifecycles
- Led negotiations for variations and claims, ensuring project costs were minimized while meeting client expectations
- Conducted risk assessments and implemented cost-saving strategies without compromising quality or compliance
- Projects included; Tamar Bridge Toll Bridge (Civil), Chelse and Westminster Hospital NICU/ICU (Healthcare), One Braham (Office/Residential), Annexe Building Smithfiled Markets (Heritage).
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
McLaughlin and Harvey
London, United Kingdom
02.2018 - 07.2019
- Supported senior surveyors in preparing cost estimates, valuations, and financial reports
- Assisted in the preparation of tender documents and contract administration
- Coordinated with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing and manage contracts
- Conducted site inspections to monitor progress and compliance with contractual agreements.
Education
First-Class Honours Degree in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management -
Ulster University Jordanstown
Belfast, United Kingdom01.2017
Skills
- Cost Planning and Control
- Contract Administration
- Budget Management
- Valuation and Cost Reporting
- Tendering and Procurement
- Risk Assessment and Management
- Negotiation and Dispute Resolution
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and QS software (eg, CostX, Bluebeam)
Languages
English (Native)
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Quantity Surveyor
Richard Crookes Construction
02.2024 - Current
Quantity Surveyor
McLaughlin and Harvey
08.2019 - 01.2024
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
McLaughlin and Harvey
02.2018 - 07.2019
First-Class Honours Degree in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management -
Ulster University Jordanstown
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