Junior Quantity Surveyor

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Mentorship

Medical aid

Pension fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, South Africa, seeks a junior Quantity Surveyor to support cost management on construction projects. You will work with senior surveyors and project managers on cost control, budgeting, and reporting, with site visits as needed.

This hybrid role offers exposure to tendering, valuations, and contract administration, with mentorship and development opportunities in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Some practical experience or internships in quantity surveying or cost management preferred.
• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with construction terminology and contract principles.
• Proficiency in Excel; cost management software is a plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts for construction projects.
• Support measurement and valuation of variations and interim payments.
• Help prepare tender documentation and evaluate subcontractor bids.
• Assist in managing project costs, tracking expenditures, and preparing financial reports.
• Conduct site visits to verify progress and liaise with site teams.
• Learn contract law and procurement processes in construction.

Skills

Numerical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Cost software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team in Centurion. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an individual to develop their career in cost management within the construction sector. You will work closely with senior surveyors and project managers, assisting in all aspects of cost control, contract administration, and financial reporting for various building projects. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses strong analytical skills, and is committed to accuracy and efficiency in financial management on construction sites. This hybrid role allows for a blend of office-based work and on-site visits, providing a comprehensive understanding of project economics.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts for construction projects.
• Support the measurement and valuation of variations and interim payments.
• Help in the preparation of tender documentation and the evaluation of subcontractor bids.
• Assist in managing project costs, tracking expenditures, and preparing financial reports.
• Conduct site visits to verify progress and assess work completed, liaising with site teams.
• Learn and apply relevant contract law and procurement processes within the construction industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related construction field.
• Some practical experience or internships in quantity surveying or cost management within the construction industry is preferred.
• Strong numerical aptitude and excellent attention to detail.
• Familiarity with construction terminology and basic understanding of contract principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel; experience with cost management software is a plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide range of construction projects and industry best practices.
• Hybrid work model balancing office and remote flexibility.
• Mentorship from experienced Quantity Surveyors.
• Contribution to medical aid and pension fund.