Lead Quantity Surveyor

Placements24; Randfontein; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to head cost management for a portfolio of construction projects across South Africa, with a focus on operations near Rustenburg. You will lead a team of quantity surveyors, ensuring financial viability through meticulous estimation, tender analysis, and contract administration.

Remote work option included for significant developments. The role requires strategic thinking, strong negotiation, and a track record in delivering value across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Experience leading a QS team on large projects.
• Strong cost estimation, procurement and contractual skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantity surveying functions across multiple construction projects with financial control.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and BoQs for different project stages.
• Analyse tenders and provide procurement recommendations.
• Administer contracts including variations, claims and disputes.
• Monitor expenditure, prepare reports and forecasts for senior management.
• Conduct site visits to verify progress and variances.

Skills

Cost management

Tender analysis

Contract administration

Leadership

Negotiation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious name in the construction sector, is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Quantity Surveyor to spearhead cost management and financial control for a portfolio of diverse and challenging projects across South Africa, with a primary focus on operations near Rustenburg. This is a senior position requiring a strategic thinker with a comprehensive understanding of construction economics, contract law, and procurement strategies. You will be responsible for leading a team of quantity surveyors, ensuring the financial viability and profitability of projects through meticulous cost estimation, tender analysis, contract administration, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills, strong negotiation capabilities, and a commitment to delivering value and excellence in all financial aspects of construction projects. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape financial strategies for significant developments remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all quantity surveying functions for multiple construction projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and financial control.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, feasibility studies, and bills of quantities (BoQs) for various project stages.
• Analyze tenders, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and provide recommendations on procurement strategies.
• Administer construction contracts, including managing variations, claims, and disputes, ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
• Monitor project expenditure against budget, providing regular financial reports and forecasts to senior management.
• Conduct site visits to verify progress, assess work completed, and facilitate interim