Junior / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor â Mining

Marvel Placement Consultants; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Marvel Placement Consultants is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a remote/site-based mining operation near Johannesburg. The role requires 25 years in QS, exposure to mining or mineral processing, and strong cost-control capabilities.

You will manage estimates, budgets, procurements and commercial risks across the project lifecycle. Travel will be required to project sites, with extensive interaction with engineers, procurement and finance teams to ensure accurate cost reporting and final

Qualifications

• Diploma/BSc/BTech/BCom in Quantity Surveying or related qualification
• 25 years experience in Quantity Surveying
• Mining/industrial or infrastructure project experience preferred
• Proficient in Excel and QS software
• Knowledge of cost control, budgeting and forecasting
• Experience with variations, claims and change orders
• Contract administration and commercial management experience
• Willingness to travel and work on a remote, site-based mining operation

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage cost estimates, budgets and cost plans.
• Prepare and manage Bills of Quantities and perform site measurements.
• Verify contractor progress and payment claims.
• Assist with monthly valuations, payment certificates and cost reports.
• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Assist with forecasting, budgeting and cash flow projections.
• Evaluate variations, claims and additional works.
• Identify potential cost overruns and commercial risks.
• Support final accounts and maintain cost-control records.
• Maintain project documentation and commercial records.
• Provide QS and commercial input into project planning and decisions.
• Assist with procurement and tender evaluations and supplier performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Reporting skills

Attention to detail

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Quantity Surveying software

Job description

Minimum Requirements

Diploma, BSc, BTech or BCom in Quantity Surveying or a related qualification. 25 years experience in Quantity Surveying. Experience within mining, construction, industrial or infrastructure projects . Mining or mineral processing experience will be advantageous. Experience with Bills of Quantities, measurements, valuations and cost estimates . Knowledge of project cost control, budgeting and forecasting . Experience with variations, claims and change orders . Knowledge of contract administration and commercial management . Experience with procurement, RFQs and tender evaluations . Proficient in Microsoft Excel and relevant Quantity Surveying software . Strong analytical, numerical and reporting skills. Exposure to NEC, FIDIC or GCC contracts will be advantageous. Exposure to project controls or earned value management will be advantageous. Preference will be given to Namibian citizens or candidates already residing in Namibia with long-term work eligibility . Willingness to travel and work on a remote, site-based mining operation .

Roles & Responsibilities

Quantity Surveying & Cost Control

Prepare and manage cost estimates, budgets and cost plans. Prepare and manage Bills of Quantities . Conduct site measurements and valuations of completed work. Verify contractor progress and payment claims. Assist with monthly valuations, payment certificates and cost reports. Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets. Assist with forecasting, budgeting and cash flow projections. Evaluate variations, claims and additional works. Identify potential cost overruns and commercial risks. Support the preparation and management of final accounts. Maintain accurate cost-control and commercial records.

Procurement

Assist with procurement activities for mining, construction and project requirements. Prepare and issue RFQs and tender documentation . Assist with sourcing and evaluating suppliers and contractors. Analyse and compare supplier quotations and commercial proposals. Assist with procurement and tender recommendations. Prepare and manage purchase orders. Monitor supplier performance and delivery requirements. Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities.

Contract Administration

Assist with the administration of contractor and supplier agreements. Review contractual terms, pricing and commercial conditions. Monitor contractor performance and compliance. Assist with variations, claims and change orders. Support extensions of time and other commercial matters. Identify and report contractual and commercial risks.

Mining Project Support

Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement, Finance, contractors and client representatives . Provide QS and commercial support throughout the project lifecycle. Conduct site visits to verify quantities, completed work and project progress. Ensure contractor claims and costs are accurately verified. Maintain project documentation and commercial records. Provide commercial input into project planning and decision-making. Support the project team with cost control, procurement and contract-related matters .

Closing Date

Submissions for this vacancy will close on 11 September 2026. You may still submit your CV for this position until 04 October 2026.