Quantity Surveyor Sydney
Precise reporting. Practical advice. No guesswork.
Australian Cost Planners (ACP) provides expert, independent cost advice to developers, builders, and property investors across Sydney. With over 35 years of experience in the construction and property sectors, we help keep your projects compliant, cost-effective, and on track from concept through to completion.
Whether you’re lodging a DA, preparing for insurance, or resolving a payment dispute, we deliver clarity where and when it counts.
What We Do
ACP offers tailored quantity surveying and cost consultancy services for projects across residential, commercial, industrial, and public sectors. Our work spans everything from estimating and reporting to compliance documentation and expert witness services.
Our reports are clear, timely, and built to satisfy the expectations of councils, insurers, lenders, certifiers, legal representatives, and the ATO. We work independently and provide guidance grounded in both practical experience and technical precision.
Quantity Surveying Services
Pre-Construction Services
Construction Cost Estimates
Accurate, market-aligned estimates to support planning, financing, and design decisions. Whether you’re in the early feasibility phase or preparing detailed documentation, our construction cost estimates are tailored to Sydney’s current materials and labour conditions.
Council DA Estimates
We prepare cost summaries required for NSW Development Applications, complying with council guidelines and ensuring your submission isn’t delayed. These council DA cost reports for Sydney projects are often mandatory and need to reflect local benchmarks and standards.
Insurance Valuations
Pre-construction insurance replacement cost assessments ensure your asset is adequately covered in the event of fire, flood, or structural failure. Our reports reflect rebuild costs, not resale value, and are frequently used for strata and commercial developments.
Construction and Compliance Services
Progress Claim Assessments
We assess builder or contractor payment claims on your behalf to ensure they align with actual work completed. These reports are essential for maintaining financial control and protecting your interests in construction contracts.
Project Auditing and Risk Analysis
ACP conducts thorough audits of project budgets, documentation, and procurement processes to ensure compliance and accuracy. We help identify financial risks, inefficiencies, or compliance gaps before they become costly problems. Our project audits and cost risk reviews are suitable for financiers, project managers, insurers, and owners.
Expert Witness and Dispute Resolution
When payment disputes or contract variations escalate, we provide expert reporting and independent opinions that can be used in formal dispute resolution. Whether for mediation, tribunal, or court proceedings, our expert witness services are transparent, factual, and legally robust.
Tax Depreciation Reporting
Residential Tax Depreciation Reports
Tailored for investment property owners, these reports identify both Division 40 (plant and equipment) and Division 43 (capital works) deductions, helping reduce taxable income. All reports comply with ATO requirements and are prepared by qualified quantity surveyors.
Commercial Tax Depreciation Reports
For offices, warehouses, retail premises, and mixed-use assets, our commercial depreciation schedules offer clear year-on-year breakdowns of allowable deductions. These are designed with input from property accountants and structured for financial planning purposes.
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Servicing All of Greater Sydney
ACP supports clients across Sydney’s metro and surrounding growth areas, including:
- Sydney CBD
- Parramatta and Greater Western Sydney
- Northern Beaches
- Inner West (Marrickville, Leichhardt, Newtown)
- Eastern Suburbs (Bondi, Randwick)
- Hills District
- Sutherland Shire
- South West Growth Corridor (Liverpool, Campbelltown)
With deep familiarity across councils and contractor markets, we’re equipped to navigate the specific challenges that come with working in each region.
Why Use Us as Your Quantity Surveyor in Sydney
- Over 35 years of experience in NSW construction cost consultancy.
- Independent, ISO-certified, and litigation-capable
- Reports accepted by councils, lenders, insurers, and the ATO
- Trusted across commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects
- Specialists in Sydney’s council regulations and compliance requirements
FAQs
What does a quantity surveyor do in Sydney?
A QS provides expert advice on construction costs, financial reporting, and contract compliance. In Sydney, quantity surveyors are often involved in DA reporting, insurance valuations, dispute support, and tax depreciation for property investors.
Do you provide reports for councils and development authorities (DAs)?
Yes. We create council-ready cost estimates that are required for many development applications in New South Wales. These are formatted to meet the specific standards of local council documentation.
Can I claim tax depreciation on a residential investment property?
Yes. If your property was built after 1987 or has had qualifying renovations, we can prepare an ATO-compliant depreciation report that maximises your allowable deductions.
Are your services suitable for builders and developers?
We support project planning, contract payments, audits, insurance valuations, and compliance across both large-scale and boutique developments.
Do I need a quantity surveyor if I already have a builder or architect?
While builders focus on executing construction and architects on design, a quantity surveyor provides independent oversight of project costs and expenses. This ensures that financial planning, contract values, and reporting remain accurate and transparent throughout the entire build process. Engaging a QS alongside your builder or architect adds a layer of financial control that protects your interests.
When is the best time to involve a quantity surveyor in a project?
Engaging a quantity surveyor at the earliest stages of planning allows for clearer cost expectations, better-informed design decisions, and smoother council approvals. Early involvement also helps identify risks and cost-saving opportunities before contracts are signed or construction begins, reducing the likelihood of variations and cost overruns.
Can you help with reports required by banks or lenders?
Yes, we prepare detailed cost reports and progress audits that meet the compliance standards of major banks and private financiers. These documents are often essential for construction loan approval, drawdown requests, or funding oversight. Providing lenders with clear, independent reporting improves confidence in the financial health of your project.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you’re submitting a DA, reviewing a builder’s claim, or need a tax depreciation schedule for your accountant, Australian Cost Planners can help.
Book a consultation with one of our Sydney-based quantity surveyors today.
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