Quantity Surveyor - Construction

Placements24; Mississippi; Hybride; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Medical aid

Company vehicle and fuel where offered

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to join our client’s team in the construction sector. You will manage budgets and cost estimates for projects, from initial calculations to final figures, ensuring on-budget delivery and contractual compliance.

You will negotiate with suppliers, prepare tender documents, monitor expenditures, and handle variations and claims. A degree in Quantity Surveying and proven experience are required, with strong knowledge of contract

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Demonstrable experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software and MS Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, FIDIC , and other standard forms of contract.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a project team.

Responsabilités

• Prepare, review, and manage all construction project budgets and cost estimates.
• Procure and manage all necessary construction materials and services, negotiating favorable terms with suppliers.
• Track project expenditure and ensure compliance with budget constraints throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare tender documents, analyze bids, and make recommendations for contract awards.
• Manage variations and claims, ensuring fair resolution of contractual disputes.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and verify work completed for payment purposes.

Connaissances

Cost estimation software

MS Office Suite

Contract administration

FIDIC

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Independent working

Team collaboration

Formation

Quantity Surveying degree or Diploma

Outils

MS Office Suite

Cost estimation software

Excel

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team in George . You will be responsible for managing all costs relating to construction projects, from initial calculations to final figures. Your expertise will ensure that projects remain on budget and that contractual obligations are met. This role requires a sharp analytical mind, excellent negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of construction economics and contract law. Join a respected firm known for its commitment to excellence and professional development in the Western Cape construction sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and manage all construction project budgets and cost estimates.
• Procure and manage all necessary construction materials and services, negotiating favorable terms with suppliers.
• Track project expenditure and ensure compliance with budget constraints throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare tender documents, analyze bids, and make recommendations for contract awards.
• Manage variations and claims, ensuring fair resolution of contractual disputes.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and verify work completed for payment purposes.

Requirements

• A degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Demonstrable experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software and MS Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, FIDIC , and other standard forms of contract.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a project team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and further qualifications.
• Medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• A collaborative work environment with exposure to significant projects.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance may be provided.