Senior Quantity Surveyor – Infra Projects Lead

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Career progression

Annual leave

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for our client in Welkom, Free State. The role focuses on cost estimation, tendering, contract administration, and financial reporting across major infrastructure projects.

You will manage cost control, financial reporting, and contract compliance, working with clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure profitability and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related field.
• Professional registration with SACQSP is desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor with infrastructure exposure.
• Experience in cost estimation, tendering, contract administration and financial management.
• Proficiency in quantity surveying software and MS Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC or standard construction contracts.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with accurate financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for infrastructure projects.
• Manage the tendering process, including tender evaluation and contract negotiation.
• Administer construction contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
• Monitor project costs throughout the construction lifecycle, forecasting expenditures and variances.
• Prepare interim payment certificates and manage final accounts.
• Assess and advise on variations and claims.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and provide financial advice to project stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure financial control and reporting accuracy for all assigned projects.
• Manage risk and implement mitigation strategies for commercial and contractual issues.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tendering

Contract administration

Financial management

MS Office

FIDIC contracts

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

CostX

WinQS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for our client in Welkom, Free State. The role focuses on cost estimation, tendering, contract administration, and financial reporting across major infrastructure projects.

You will manage cost control, financial reporting, and contract compliance, working with clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure profitability and risk mitigation.