Junior Quantity Surveyor

ARVO; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company based in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This entry-level role is perfect for recent graduates who are eager to gain hands-on experience in commercial and site operations. The successful candidate will assist senior Quantity Surveyors on various tasks, receive mentorship, and be involved in high-quality residential developments. Benefits include a clear growth path and experience in a stable company with a strong project pipeline.

Benefits

Entry-level salary with long-term growth potential

Mentorship and career development opportunities

Stable company with a strong project pipeline

Qualifications

• Recently graduated or limited work experience required.
• Willingness to learn and work across multiple sites.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior Quantity Surveyors on multiple construction sites.
• Support cost planning, budgeting, and financial tracking.
• Assist with measuring, valuations, and progress claims.
• Help prepare tender documentation and subcontractor comparisons.
• Track variations and assist with cost reports.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proficiency in MS Excel

Education

Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Job description

Location: Cape Town (Head Office) with site exposure across Cape Town and Paarl
Employment Type: Full-time
Level: Entry-level / Graduate

About Company

Our client (who will be made known upon application) is a well-established construction company specialising in large private residential estates and apartment developments. Our projects are based primarily in Cape Town, with recent expansion into Paarl. We do no government work, focusing exclusively on high-quality private developments.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Junior Quantity Surveyor to join our head office team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional who wants strong exposure to both commercial and on-site construction operations. The role is designed to grow over time, with mentorship and increasing responsibility across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior Quantity Surveyors on multiple construction sites
• Support cost planning, budgeting, and financial tracking
• Assist with measuring, valuations, and progress claims
• Help prepare tender documentation and subcontractor comparisons
• Track variations and assist with cost reports
• Gain hands-on site exposure and learn construction processes
• Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering
• Recently graduated or limited work experience required
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Willingness to learn and work across multiple sites
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel and basic computer literacy
• Valid driver’s licence (preferred)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Around 25 years old (or equivalent career stage)
• Motivated, reliable, and eager to grow within a construction business
• Comfortable working between office and site environments

Benefits

• Entry-level salary with long-term growth potential
• Exposure to large, high-quality residential developments
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Stable company with a strong project pipeline