Electrical Quantity Surveyor Silverton

People Dimension; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

People Dimension in Silverton is seeking an Electrical Quantity Surveyor to manage cost estimation, tender analyses, and budget control for off-grid and hybrid electrical projects.

You will prepare BOQs, review contracts, and collaborate with architects, engineers and contractors to ensure cost accuracy and regulatory compliance. Prior experience in electrical estimating is highly valued, with a strong focus on accuracy and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience in quantity surveying or electrical estimating within the construction industry.
• Experience specifically in electrical estimating or contracting is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates for electrical materials, labour, and equipment.
• Assist in tendering by analysing bids from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitor project budgets and expenditures within the allocated budget.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or safety.
• Take-off quantities from drawings to produce BOQs and invoices.
• Review contracts and variations to ensure compliance.
• Prepare regular cost reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tendering

Budget management

Value engineering

Measurement & billing

Contract administration

Cost reporting

Risk management

Communication

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Quantity Surveying (degree)

Tools

Candy

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

BIM

Job description

Electrical Quantity Surveyor

A leading Electrical company, specializing in off-grid and hybrid energy solutions, based in Silverton, is currently looking for an Electrical Quantity Surveyor.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Cost Estimation: Prepare accurate estimates for electrical materials, labour, and equipment required for construction projects.
• Tendering: Assist in the tendering process by analysing and evaluating bids from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Budget Management: Monitor project budgets and expenditures, ensuring that costs are kept within the allocated budget.
• Value Engineering: Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising on quality or safety.
• Measurement and Billing: Take-off quantities from drawings and specifications to produce bills of quantities (BOQs) and invoices.
• Contract Administration: Review contracts and variations, ensuring that all parties adhere to contractual obligations.
• Cost Reporting: Prepare regular cost reports for project stakeholders, highlighting any deviations from the budget.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks that could impact project costs or schedules.
• Collaboration: Liaise with other members of the project team, including architects, engineers, and contractors, to ensure that electrical costs are accurately accounted for.
• Compliance: Ensure that all electrical work complies with relevant regulations, codes, and standards.
• Analytical Skills: Strong numerical and analytical skills are necessary for accurately estimating costs and analysing data.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for interacting with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail is important when reviewing project documentation and producing accurate cost estimates.
• Negotiation Skills: The ability to negotiate effectively with subcontractors and suppliers to secure favourable pricing is valuable.
• Time Management: The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work within tight deadlines is important in this role.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience in quantity surveying or electrical estimating within the construction industry.
• Experience specifically in electrical estimating or contracting is highly desirable.

Knowledge & Experience

• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel as well as Candy is essential.
• Familiarity with building information modelling (BIM) and other construction management software is beneficial.

Package & Remuneration

R25 000 - R30 000 CTC

Interested?

Please mail your CV to hr4(at) peopledimension (dot) co (dot) za

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks. If you do not hear from us by then, your application for this position was unsuccessful, but you have been added to our database for future opportunities.