Lead Quantity Surveyor

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid scheme

Pension fund

Career growth opportunities

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a highly experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to lead a team of surveyors, manage all cost-related aspects of major construction projects, and provide strategic financial oversight.

You will oversee cost estimation, contract administration, procurement, and financial control to ensure profitability and project viability; professional registration and SA procurement practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in quantity surveying within the construction industry.
• Experience in leading and managing a team of surveyors.
• Expertise in contract law, FIDIC conditions, and South African procurement practices.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with proficiency in relevant software.
• Professional registration (e.g., Pr.QS) with a recognized professional body is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of quantity surveyors, overseeing their development and workload.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documents for new projects.
• Manage procurement, tendering, negotiation, and contract awards for materials and subcontractors.
• Administer construction contracts, including variations, claims, and final accounts settlement.
• Monitor expenditures against the budget, identify variances and risks.
• Conduct site visits to verify valuations and ensure cost-control measures are effective.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial modelling

Leadership

Contract law

Procurement

FIDIC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics

Tools

Costing software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and meticulous Lead Quantity Surveyor to join their prominent construction firm in Durban. This senior role involves leading a team of surveyors and managing all cost-related aspects of major construction projects. You will be responsible for cost estimation, contract administration, procurement, and financial control, ensuring profitability and project viability. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional analytical skills, a deep understanding of construction economics, and the ability to provide strategic financial advice to project stakeholders. This is a key leadership position within a company renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of quantity surveyors, overseeing their professional development and workload.
• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documents for new projects.
• Manage the procurement process, including tendering, negotiation, and contract award for materials and subcontractors.
• Administer construction contracts, including variations, claims, and final accounts settlement.
• Monitor project expenditures against the budget, identifying and reporting on cost variances and risks.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress, verify valuations, and ensure cost control measures are effective.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in quantity surveying within the construction industry.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team of surveyors.
• Expertise in contract law, FIDIC conditions, and South African construction procurement practices.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with proficiency in relevant software.
• Professional registration (e.g., Pr.QS) with a recognized professional body is essential.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Generous contribution to a medical aid scheme and pension fund.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-profile construction projects.
• A professional and supportive team environment committed to delivering high-quality results.