Lead Quantity Surveyor: Senior Cost & Contracts Expert

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Professional development support

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion seeks a highly experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to oversee all costs across complex construction projects. You will lead budgeting, cost control and procurement strategies to keep projects financially viable and on track.

This senior role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of contract administration (FIDIC/NEC) and a proven ability to drive value through detailed cost analysis, risk management and effective stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with leadership experience.
• Proven expertise in cost management, contract negotiation and procurement.
• Knowledge of construction contracts and applicable legislation (FIDIC/NEC).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis and value engineering.
• Manage contract administration, bills of quantities, tender docs and variations.
• Negotiate terms with contractors and subcontractors.
• Address contractual claims and disputes with resolution strategies.

Skills

Cost management

Contract negotiation

Procurement

Analytical skills

Numerical accuracy

FIDIC/NEC knowledge

Education

Bachelors degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion seeks a highly experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to oversee all costs across complex construction projects. You will lead budgeting, cost control and procurement strategies to keep projects financially viable and on track.

This senior role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of contract administration (FIDIC/NEC) and a proven ability to drive value through detailed cost analysis, risk management and effective stakeholder engagement.