Professional Quantity Surveyor (Pr Qs)

Executiveplacements.Com - The Job Portal; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a highly skilled Professional Quantity Surveyor in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, be registered with SACQSP, and have at least 7 years of experience in the mining or petrochemical sector. Responsibilities include managing project costs, preparing estimates, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This full-time position offers a market-related salary, and the candidate should be willing to travel to project sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience in mining, petrochemical, or energy industries.
• Solid understanding of FIDIC, NEC, JBCC, or GCC contract suites.
• Knowledge of procurement and tender processes in EPC or large infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of quantity surveying activities on complex projects.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, bills of quantities (BOQs), and tender documentation.
• Monitor project expenditure and provide ongoing cost reports.

Skills

Project cost control

Budgeting

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Registration with SACQSP as a Professional Quantity Surveyor

Tools

WinQS

CCS Candy

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and registered Professional Quantity Surveyor (Pr QS) to join our team.

Position Information

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: Market Related / Negotiable, based on experience

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent (BSc QS / BTech QS)
• Registration with SACQSP as a Professional Quantity Surveyor (Pr QS) – Mandatory
• Minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience in mining, petrochemical, or energy industries
• Solid understanding of FIDIC, NEC, JBCC, or GCC contract suites
• Strong experience in project cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and final account settlement
• Knowledge of procurement and tender processes in EPC or large infrastructure projects
• Proficient in QS software (e.g., WinQS, CCS Candy, or similar)
• Excellent communication, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of quantity surveying activities on complex projects within the mining, energy, or petrochemical sector
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, bills of quantities (BOQs), and tender documentation
• Monitor project expenditure and provide ongoing cost reports and value engineering analysis
• Conduct contract administration, including progress claims, variations, and final accounts
• Liaise with clients, contractors, project teams, and engineers to ensure commercial compliance
• Support project planning with financial forecasting and risk assessments
• Ensure alignment with industry regulations

Preferred Experience

• Professional standards (SACQSP, SANS, CIDB, etc.)
• Participation in procurement strategy development and tender evaluation processes
• Monitoring subcontractor payments and managing disputes or contractual claims
• Experience on large EPC or turnkey projects
• Background in multi-disciplinary projects across Africa or internationally
• Familiarity with green energy or renewable infrastructure projects
• Exposure to public-private partnerships (PPP) or government-funded projects

To Apply

Submit your detailed CV, proof of Pr QS registration, and academic qualifications to the recruiter listed in the posting.