Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); In loco; ZAR 180.000 - 300.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Mentorship program

Graduate training program

Accreditation support

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our client’s Nelspruit team. This office-based role offers hands-on exposure to cost estimation, contract administration, procurement, and project financial control on varied construction projects.

You will learn from experienced QS professionals, gain site exposure through visits, and work toward professional accreditation while building a solid foundation for a career in quantity surveying.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• Understanding of construction methods, materials, and building processes.
• Proficiency in cost estimation techniques and software.
• Familiarity with contract administration and relevant legislation.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Mansioni

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documents.
• Support the administration of construction contracts, including managing variations and claims.
• Monitor project costs and expenditures, ensuring adherence to budget.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and identify potential cost issues.
• Assist in the valuation of work completed and preparation of payment certificates.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate cost records and project financial documentation.
• Learn and apply relevant construction regulations and contract law principles.

Conoscenze

Cost estimation

Contract administration

Financial control

Site visits

Communication

Analytics

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Strumenti

Cost estimation software

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a prominent construction and development firm, is seeking an eager Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join their team based in Nelspruit. This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent graduate to gain comprehensive experience in all aspects of quantity surveying within the construction industry. You will work on diverse projects, assisting in cost estimation, contract administration, procurement, and financial control. The role is office-based in Nelspruit, providing direct engagement with project teams and site activities. If you possess strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and are passionate about the commercial and contractual side of construction, this position offers a solid foundation for a successful career in quantity surveying.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documents.
• Support the administration of construction contracts, including managing variations and claims.
• Monitor project costs and expenditures, ensuring adherence to budget.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and identify potential cost issues.
• Assist in the valuation of work completed and preparation of payment certificates.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate cost records and project financial documentation.
• Learn and apply relevant construction regulations and contract law principles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Understanding of construction methods, materials, and building processes.
• Proficiency in cost estimation techniques and software.
• Familiarity with contract administration and relevant legislation.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally within the construction industry.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Structured graduate training program.
• Hands-on experience on a variety of construction projects in Nelspruit.
• Mentorship from experienced Quantity Surveyors.
• Opportunities for professional accreditation and further study.
• Exposure to a dynamic and challenging industry.
• Supportive team environment within a well-established firm.
• Potential for career progression to senior roles.