Lead Quantity Surveyor - Construction

Placements24; The Islands (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Career growth

Travel allowance for site visits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor for major projects in Paarl, South Africa. You will lead a team of surveyors, drive cost control from budgeting to final accounts, and ensure profitability across the project lifecycle.

The role requires a strategic approach to cost management, strong leadership, and a track record in procurement, contracts, and cost engineering. It offers career growth and a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Professional registration with SACPVP or RICS is desirable.
• Minimum 7 years of quantity surveying experience in construction.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement, and cost engineering.
• Proficient in cost estimating software and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts for construction projects in Paarl.
• Manage tendering processes: prepare documents, evaluate bids, negotiate contracts.
• Monitor expenditures and variations to ensure budget adherence.
• Prepare interim/final accounts, valuations, and claims.
• Provide financial advice to project teams and mentor junior surveyors.

Skills

Lead Quantity Surveying

Cost management

Budgeting

Tender evaluation

Contract management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Cost estimating software

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected name in the construction industry, is seeking an experienced and meticulous Lead Quantity Surveyor to manage all cost-related aspects of their significant projects in the Paarl region. This senior position requires a strategic approach to cost management, from initial budgeting and tender evaluation to final account settlement. You will lead a team of surveyors, providing expert financial oversight and ensuring cost-effectiveness and profitability throughout the project lifecycle, playing a crucial role in the financial success of complex building endeavors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts for construction projects in Paarl .
• Manage the tendering process, including preparing tender documents, evaluating bids, and negotiating contracts.
• Monitor project expenditures, control costs, and manage variations to ensure adherence to budget.
• Prepare interim and final accounts, valuations, and claims.
• Conduct cost-benefit analysis and provide financial advice to project management teams.
• Lead and mentor junior quantity surveyors, fostering their professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional registration with the South African Council for the Property Valuers Profession (SACPVP) or RICS is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in quantity surveying within the construction sector.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement methods, and cost engineering principles.
• Proficiency in cost estimating software and MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and to lead high-profile projects.
• A professional and collaborative working environment.
• Company-provided transport or travel allowance for site visits.