Junior Quantity Surveyor

Interdot Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor. This role involves managing project costs, preparing cost estimates, and assisting in tender documentation. Candidates should have a B.Sc (QS) degree and at least 5 years of experience, particularly in construction site environments. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and the ability to monitor project progress and prepare reports. Competitive compensation and potential for career development are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Qualifications in Quantity Surveying required.
• Experience in construction site management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project costs and develop cost estimates.
• Prepare cost plans and assist in tender documentation.
• Monitor project progress and prepare formal reports.

Skills

Project Cost Planning

Communication Skills

Analytical ability

Team Collaboration

Quality Assurance

Education

B.Sc (QS) or B-Tech in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Overview

The Quantity Surveyor role is responsible to determine and manage project and programme costs including producing the best estimates for the projects, develop bills of quantities, contribute to the development of contract documents, cost control, valuing deliverables, analysis of project submissions and reporting as well as monitoring and control of the construction process.

Responsible for the time‑ous submission and negotiation of programme final accounts to the client.

Key Performance Areas

• Project Scope and Costing – 40%
• Project Cost Planning – 20%
• Tender and Contract Management – 20%
• Monitor and Reporting – 10%
• Responsible for own career development – 10%

Project Scope and Costing

Provide project costing for proposed projects.

Provide support for condition assessment of new project infrastructure or improvement of project to be delivered.

Develop and submit project estimates (Elemental and other), Bills of Quantities, Order of Magnitude, etc.

Establish a costing analysis and deliver the cost schedule/plan.

Report on the performance of Projects.

Project Cost Planning

Prepare cost analysis based on the architectural drawings, engineering estimates, materials required, and labour involved.

Prepare cost plans to enable design teams to produce practical designs for construction projects, which involve liaising with architects, engineers and SMMEs.

Tender and Contract Management

Assist in preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities.

Where required, negotiate with the contractors and all relevant stakeholders.

Monitor and Reporting

Monitor and keep track of project progress and are responsible for the measurement and valuation of variations in the work during the contract, for agreement of interim payments and the final account.

Conduct monthly valuations of work in progress, including forecasting of final costs and sales for next period.

Provide support in certification of SMME monthly valuations and final accounts.

Prepare formal reports in accordance with project timetable.

Submit all relevant information to the Senior Quantity Surveyor for review at the specified intervals set.

Responsible for Own Career Development

Upskill continuously on organizational and market-related knowledge, NHFC internal processes and procedures and current quantity surveying and programme.

Execute and deliver on personal development plans.

Attend job related training as required.

Ensure NHFC vision, mission and values are reflected in all job outcomes.

NHFC Competencies

Job Specific Competencies

• Build Collaborative Relationships
• Communication Skills
• Job Knowledge/Technology
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Organisation & Industry Awareness
• Planning Skills
• Reporting
• Service/Customer Orientation

Attributes

• Appreciation for development of communities
• Ability to work in a team
• Analytical ability
• Displaying initiative and taking additional responsibility
• Verbal and written communication
• Values and Ethics
• Ability to complete all project documentation for measurement and quality of work done to project specification and submittal of some to the Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Ability to perform site measurements and translate to BOQs
• Ability to perform measurements from drawings and translate to forecasted project costs and Bills of Quantities
• Ability to complete weekly reports on quality and quantity of project deliverables
• Ability to perform Quality Assurance
• Understanding of the building industry, including knowledge of materials, trades, methods, and legal requirements
• Technically competent in construction
• Ability to make sure that the work and materials meet the required

Required Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications: B.Sc (QS) university degree, or B-Tech degree in Quantity Surveying. Professional Registration with built industry governing bodies is an advantage.

Experience: At least 5 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor; Experience working in a construction site. Added advantage: Experience in site and quality management in the Human.