Cuesko

Established at the beginning of 2013 Cuesko is a highly respected and valued independent consultancy providing quantity surveying and construction cost advice to institutional and private building owners, investors, funders, local authorities and developers.

Cuesko provides realistic and practical cost advice based on decades of experience and extensive expertise acquired over hundreds of projects both nationally and internationally.

Cuesko works as an independent but integrated member of the project team to identify and recognise development risks, provide practical cost solutions and establish a commercial strategy which enables our clients to make informed decisions based on solid practical advice.

Through all phases of the project Cuesko will provide cost management and advice to support our clients to achieve their desired outcomes in terms of budget, program, quality, and aesthetics.

In addition to vertical build expertise, Cuesko has a specialised civil and infrastructure team focused on providing cost management services for road, rail, 3 waters, subdivision and infrastructure projects.

Core values which underly Cuesko’s cost management services include;

• Adding value through our involvement
• Focus on what is best for the project
• No surprises cost reporting
• Independent but integrated approach
• Open and frank dialogue and advice
• Transparency and openness
• Integrity and professionalism

Cuesko operates from offices in Auckland, Whangarei and Tauranga to service nationwide. With a combined team of approximately 30, Cuesko has the capacity, experience and expertise to undertake the largest of projects while still allowing clients direct access to the Directors so that they can always be assured of receiving personal attention and optimum service.

Since inception, Cuesko has delivered high quality Quantity Surveying Services on over 1000 projects. A large proportion of our work is for repeat clients which is testament to the quality of service we provide.

Mission Statement

• Cuesko are committed to providing accurate advice that will enable our clients to make informed decisions and establish effective commercial strategies and management.
• Our aim is to establish long term relationships with our clients through a focused and detailed approach to project delivery, whilst never losing sight of the “big picture”.
• We will be proactive in our approach and advice, providing risk recognition and practical cost solutions to support our clients desired outcomes in terms of budget, time, quality and aesthetics.
• With the best interests of the client and project at the heart of our business, we will act independently to challenge wherever and whenever needed. We will remain “independent but integrated”.
• We will endeavour to ensure a “no surprise” culture using the established principles of “cause and effect” to demonstrate the true costs of change. This will be based on the lessons we have learnt in the successful delivery of major projects throughout New Zealand and the world.