About Us

Professional Quantity Surveyors

Our professional quantity surveyors are experts in construction costs

Elemental Quantity Surveyors, a Christchurch-based practice, specialises in bank reporting, cost planning, contract administration, and insurance valuations. We collaborate closely with developers, investors, homeowners, and financiers to provide accurate, independent advice that keeps projects on track and within budget.

Elemental QS was founded to bring clarity and confidence to the construction process. The company began with the simple belief that numbers should never be left to guesswork. As a result, what started as a small consultancy has become a trusted partner for projects across Christchurch and beyond, supporting everything from residential builds to large-scale commercial developments.

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"Elemental Quantity Surveyors saved us time and money while giving us complete confidence in our project costs"
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"Elemental Quantity Surveyors saved us time and money while giving us complete confidence in our project costs"
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At Elemental QS, we’re a team of passionate professionals who bring a wealth of experience to every project. Each of us plays a key role in ensuring the best outcomes, from cost management to project consulting. We believe in building strong, collaborative relationships with our clients, offering honest advice and practical solutions along the way. Our commitment is to help you achieve your goals with clarity and confidence, every step of the way. Get to know the people behind the expertise who make your projects a success.

Meet the Team

Managing Direcotr of Elemental Quantity Surveyors

Daniel Small (MNZIQS)

Managing Director

David Burr of Elemental Quantity Surveyors Auckland.

David Burr

Quantity Surveyor

Ke Zeng of Elemental Quantity Surveyors Wellington.

Ke Zeng (BFA)

Admin & Marketing

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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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Our Values

Elemental Quantity Surveyors are a client focused consultancy

At EQS, we deeply value our clients' time and trust. Once you engage with us, we assign a dedicated Quantity Surveyor to your project immediately.

We listen and do our best to understand what is important to our clients. We deliver solutions that drive success for you. Your goals are our priority, and we are dedicated to helping you achieve them.

Our Quantity Surveyors are qualified members of the New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors. Before any documents are sent to our clients, they are carefully reviewed by another QS within our team to ensure accuracy.

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The team is great to work with! Best quantity surveyors in Christchurch
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Paul Belcher
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Can highly recommend Daniel and the team. Daniel stepped in and helped us with a complex QS project when our team was under the pump and was very impressed with his professionalism and knowledge.
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Shane Robertson
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Very professional,Informative and invaluable service
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Lachie Mcphail
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Does what every good QS should! Recommend
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Sally Burt
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We’ve had a great experience working with EQS, especially Dan. He’s incredibly thorough, down to earth, and makes the numbers make sense (which we really appreciate!). Always professional, easy to deal with, and a genuine pleasure to work with. Would happily recommend Dan and the team at EQS to anyone.
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Awesome to deal with. Cheers again
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I’ve known Daniel Small for a long time and can genuinely say the quality of work coming out of Elemental QS is solid. They’re practical, responsive, and know their stuff. Clear advice, no fluff, and they understand how things actually work on site. Easy to deal with and easy to recommend others who want tidy, accurate work prepared.

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Head Office

23-29 Albert Street, Auckland 1010
27a Sir William Pickering Drive, Burnside, Christchurch 8053

Phone : +64 20-493-6595

info@elementalqs.co.nz

Contact us today for a complimentary consultation