Quantity Surveyor - Civil Construction

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary reviews

Hybrid working: site and office

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Involvement in infrastructure projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Quantity Surveyor to join our client in Kimberley, responsible for controlling costs from tender to completion on civil construction projects. You will prepare tender documents, analyze costs, administer contracts, manage variations and payments, and ensure financial viability.

The role offers hybrid site/office work and growth on major infrastructure initiatives, with a focus on accurate budgeting, procurement, and cost management across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of Quantity Surveyor experience in civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement, and cost management.
• Proficiency with measurement and costing software; BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities.
• Conduct cost analyses for maintenance and construction projects.
• Establish and maintain cost-control systems.
• Administer contracts, manage variations, claims, and payments.
• Value work done and prepare interim payment applications.
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements and ensure financial compliance.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Bills of Quantities software

Measurement software

Cost management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Kimberley, managing costs for civil construction projects. This role is responsible for controlling and managing all costs related to construction projects from initial tender stage through to final completion. You will play a key part in procurement, contract administration, and ensuring the financial viability of projects. This position offers the chance to work on important infrastructure developments within the Northern Cape, providing excellent career growth opportunities within a reputable firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities.
• Undertake cost analysis for maintenance and construction projects.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining cost-control systems.
• Administer contracts, including managing variations, claims, and payments.
• Valuation of work done and preparation of interim payment applications.
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements and ensure financial compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably in civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement, and cost management principles.
• Proficiency in measurement and costing software, including bills of quantities preparation.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Hybrid working model offering a blend of site and office work.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Be part of exciting infrastructure projects in the Northern Cape region.