Junior Quantity Surveyor: Cost Control & Budgets

Profile Personnel; East London; Vor Ort; ZAR 240.000 - 360.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading personnel firm is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to assist in preparing accurate cost estimates and support the Senior QS team in planning and financial reporting. Candidates should have a relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management, alongside strong numerical skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with quantity surveying software are advantageous. This role offers opportunities to develop within a professional environment.

Qualifikationen

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• Basic understanding of construction costing and measurement principles.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Aufgaben

• Assist in preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates and budgets for construction projects.
• Support the Senior QS team with cost planning, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Analyze tender documents and bills of quantities to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Kenntnisse

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Tools

MS Excel

Quantity surveying software

Jobbeschreibung

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates and budgets for construction projects
• Support the Senior QS team with cost planning, cost control, and financial reporting
• Analyze tender documents and bills of quantities to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Monitor project costs and provide regular cost reports to project managers
• Assist in procurement processes, including evaluating supplier quotations
• Contribute to value engineering exercises and cost-saving initiatives
• Maintain and update project cost databases and records

Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field
advantageous
• Basic understanding of construction costing and measurement principles
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with quantity surveying software is an advantage
• Willingness to learn and grow within a professional team