Build smarter, not harder, with accurate construction cost advice from qualified Quantity Surveyors
Construction projects are complex, making them prone to cost overruns and unexpected delays. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
Our professional Quantity Surveyors work with architects, developers, property owners and project managers to keep your project on track and ensure a successful outcome.
Why choose Prendos Quantity Surveyors?
Ethical & Professional
Regulated by RICS and NZIQS, our independent Quantity Surveyors adhere to the highest professional standards.
Don’t let budget uncertainty hold you back.
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For over 30 years, Prendos has been providing our clients with intelligent property solutions. We’re renowned as one of New Zealand’s most commercially astute property consultancies, offering robust, economic advice that helps you maximise the value of your assets.
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“We were very pleased with what was achieved. The Prendos QS team has been excellent, and we have developed a good relationship, which we will now evolve and continue to help us with future development projects.”
– May Chang, Developer, MZA Family Trust
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Unrivalled Local Expertise
Auckland and Christchurch-based teams with nationwide and international experience.
Proactive & Tailored
We anticipate cost risks, recommend economical alternatives and provide solutions specific to your project needs.
Comprehensive Services
Feasibility studies, cost planning, value engineering, procurement advice and contract administration.
Developers
We help developers manage cost risk and deliver profitable, well-controlled projects.
Maximise returns, minimise risk - Whether you're planning a single dwelling or a multi-unit development, our qualified Quantity Surveyors provide cost clarity and control from feasibility to final account.
With decades of experience across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments, our QS team helps you build smarter, manage risk, boost investor confidence and safeguard your bottom line.
✔ Development feasibility studies
✔ Concept-level cost planning for financial modelling
✔ Detailed elemental cost plans
✔ Procurement strategy and tender management
✔ Contract documentation and negotiation support
✔ Cost control throughout design and build
✔ Bank QS reporting for development loan approvals
✔ Variation assessments and dispute resolution
✔ Progress payment valuations
✔ Final account preparation and negotiation
How our Quantity Surveyors can help you
Our independent, RICS‑regulated Quantity Surveyors provide expert cost management at every stage of your project - ensuring you stay on budget and on schedule.
Architects
Our QS services support better design outcomes and help you meet client expectations.
Design confidently, stay on budget - We partner with architects to support designs that meet client budgets.
Through accurate cost forecasting and smart value engineering, we focus on preserving your creative vision while aligning it with realistic budgets and lender expectations.
With early QS engagement, you can confidently make informed design decisions, so there are no surprises at construction phase.
✔ Early stage feasibility cost appraisals
✔ Concept through to detailed design cost estimates
✔ Collaboration in design team meetings
✔ Risk assessment and contingency advice
✔ Value engineering to identify cost efficiencies
✔ Alternative design and materials cost analysis
Homeowners
Make informed decisions with clear, reliable cost advice throughout your build or renovation.
Accurate estimates, no surprises - Whether you're building new or renovating, we deliver clear, jargon‑free construction cost estimates that put you in control.
Avoid hidden costs and budget overruns. We help you understand what your project will cost before you commit - reducing the risk of costly surprises.
With independent, professional advice at every stage, you’ll make informed decisions and stay in control of your budget from concept to completion.
✔ Concept and preliminary cost estimates
✔ Budget breakdowns for each construction stage
✔ Cost comparison of design options or materials
✔ Advice to avoid hidden or unexpected costs
✔ Independent price checking on builder quotes
✔ Construction contract reviews and advice
✔ Variation review, pricing and dispute resolution
✔ Cost updates as design evolves
✔ Support for DIY builds or staged projects
✔ Final build cost reconciliation
Project Managers
We help you keep your projects on time, on budget and free from cost surprises.
Reliable cost insights, smooth project delivery - As independent Quantity Surveyors we support your PM role to minimise risk and maintain financial control.
Acting as your cost management partner, we provide accurate cost reporting, tender reviews and contract advice to support timely, informed decisions.
By proactively identifying risks and keeping contractors accountable, we help you deliver on time and on budget, with fewer surprises and smoother project delivery from start to finish.
✔ Independent construction cost estimates
✔ Tender preparation and evaluation
✔ Advice on procurement strategy and contract type
✔ Cashflow forecasting and budget tracking
✔ Cost-to-complete assessments
✔ Change order and variation evaluations
✔ Interim payment assessments
✔ Final account negotiation and settlement
✔ Contractor claims support and review
✔ Regular financial reporting to stakeholders