HOW WE WORK
Your Tauranga Quantity Surveyor
At Measure Twice, we help clients make confident decisions about construction cost, risk, and next steps — before uncertainty becomes expensive.
We’re a Tauranga Quantity Surveyor and Estimator service supporting residential, commercial and institutional projects across New Zealand. Our approach combines disciplined estimating with practical, decision-focused advice.
OUR APPROACH:
Clarity first, confidence second.
Most cost problems don’t come from the spreadsheet — they come from unclear scope, assumptions that were never stated, and decisions made too late. Our process is built to prevent that.
OUR PROCESS
Tauranga Quantity Surveyor
Step 1 — Confirm fit and clarify the decision
Before we price anything, we identify what you’re trying to decide:
“Can we afford this design?”
“What’s the realistic budget range at this stage?”
“Which options reduce cost without wrecking the outcome?”
“How do we reduce budget blowouts later?”
We begin with a short Project Brief, so we’re not guessing, and you’re not paying for rework.
If there’s no clear decision to support, we don’t proceed.
Step 2 — Establish a realistic cost position
We prepare an estimate that matches the design information available (early feasibility, developed design, or detailed documentation).
You’ll receive:
A clear cost position (appropriate to the design stage)
Key assumptions and exclusions stated in plain English
Known gaps and unresolved scope highlighted early
This creates orientation and reduces the “surprise factor” later.
Step 3 — Address cost risk openly (not buried in one number)
Instead of hiding uncertainty, we make it visible and manageable.
Where appropriate, we identify:
Key cost drivers (the few items that really move the needle)
Practical risk allowances (based on identified risks, not guesswork)
What could change, why it could change, and what to watch
This helps clients understand where the risk sits, not just that it exists.
Step 4 — Provide scenarios and options (so you can choose)
When choices exist, we frame them clearly — usually 2 to 4 scenarios (not a novel).
Typical scenario comparisons include:
scope changes vs cost impact
materials or systems alternatives
value engineering options with pros/cons
procurement timing impacts
The goal is simple: turn cost planning into a decision tool.
Step 5 — Apply judgement and recommend a path forward
We don’t just hand over numbers and vanish.
Where appropriate, we provide:
our recommended path and why
the next 3–5 practical actions to progress
what to confirm next to protect the budget and reduce drift
If you want certainty, you need decisions. We help you make them.
Step 6 — Keep control as design and procurement evolve
Many clients continue with us beyond the initial estimate through:
design-stage cost checks and budget alignment
tender review and tender recommendations
procurement strategy support
construction phase QS services (where aligned)
This continuity prevents budgets from drifting quietly over time. Your Tauranga Quantity Surveyor.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Clear, stage-appropriate cost advice
Risks explained plainly (no theatre, no fear)
Scenarios that support real decisions
A calm, structured process
Documentation you can share with stakeholders
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
To do this properly, we ask for:
openness about budget reality (even if it’s uncomfortable)
willingness to confirm scope and decisions
respect for a structured process
If you want a “quick number with no questions”, we’re probably not the right fit — If you want clarity, confidence, and control, we will be.
WORK WITH MEASURE TWICE
If you’d like to discuss your project, get in touch and we’ll confirm:
whether we’re a good fit
what stage you’re at
the best deliverable to support your next decision
SEE WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Jared — Ministry of Education
I have found Kevin to be very professional and easy to deal with during my time with the Ministry over the past 3 years. Whenever we engage with Kevin he is open and transparent with his communication in terms of the services he can provide and the timeframes that can deliver in, which is critical in our delivery lifecycle.
Gerhard — Project Delivery Manager
I have found Kevin to be a very professional and honest person that can be counted on to get the job done right the first time — I would have no hesitation in recommending Kevin
Ben — Architectural Designer
Awesome! Will give us something to discuss with the clients and really going to help their decision making.
Can see just by changing the way we do a few things, how much it helps the budget.
Hayden — General Manager
"We went through the QS yesterday afternoon. It's really detailed and we appreciate what you have sent over."
Helen — Private Owner
“Much appreciate your ability to work through plans with sometimes conflicting details, and add your engineering expertise to boot.”
Harley — Director
These are by far the most comprehensive pricing I have seen so far. Thanks for this.
