Quantity Surveyor

Profile Personnel; East London; On-site; ZAR 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in East London is looking for a Quantity Surveyor (QS) to oversee cost estimates and manage subcontractors effectively. The ideal candidate will hold a minimum ND in Building/QS and have at least four years of experience in the construction field. Responsibilities include managing budgets, preparing cash flow forecasts, and ensuring project profitability. The role demands strong negotiation skills and a solid understanding of construction laws. Opportunities for professional growth are available.

Qualifications

• Must have acquired the relevant QS qualification (minimum ND Building/QS).
• 4 years post qualification work experience in construction.
• Thorough understanding of construction drawings and logical sequencing.

Responsibilities

• Manage quantity measures for cost estimates on construction projects.
• Assist site management teams with construction activity programs.
• Liaise with Accounts on budget performance and reforecasts.

Skills

Relevant QS qualification (minimum ND Building/QS)

Knowledge of the Standard System of Measuring Building Work

Ability to read and comprehend construction working drawings

Construction knowledge with 4 years post qualification experience

Strong command of the JBCC contract law

Ability to effectively manage subcontractors

Good negotiation skills

Assertive demeanor

Team-oriented

Education

ND Building/QS

Job description

Role and Responsibilities

Construction Projects (Major and Minor):

• Accurately and timeously undertake quantity measures to perform cost estimates.
• Manage and achieve maximum cost effectiveness of the building work by proactive involvement in subcontractor control and budget management.
• Assist the site management teams by the provision of construction activity programs.
• Derive best value from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Commercial vetting of sub‑contractor tendered prices and terms.
• Certification and assessment of sub‑contractors invoices / claims and process for payment.
• Timely negotiation and conclusion of contractor final accounts.
• Liaising and assisting the Accounts department in compiling budget performance and reforecasts.
• Preparation and monitoring project cash flow forecasts.

Growth & Acquisitions Department assistance:

• Assisting with the structural assessment of potential building purchases.
• Assisting with cost estimates of remedial work required.
• Assisting with cost estimates of any re‑development of potential new buildings.
• Assisting with the provision of construction activity programs.
• Assist with tender documentation.

Skills

The individual appointed in the position of QS will be required to have met the following minimum requirements, in that they should:

• Have acquired the relevant QS qualification (minimum ND Building/QS).
• Have knowledge of the Standard System of Measuring Building Work.
• Be able to read and comprehend construction working drawings.
• Be able to extract quantities accurately from construction drawings.
• Have construction knowledge and 4 years post qualification work experience.
• Have thorough understanding of construction drawings ensuring logical sequencing of construction activities.
• Be capable of accurate measurement work, ensuring correct quantities of materials secured for projects.
• Be able to effectively manage sub‑contractors, ensuring timeous execution of activities and deriving best value for the project.
• Maintain an up to date measure of work done.
• Produce monthly valuations/certifications.
• Prepare monthly cost report where cost versus allowable can be scrutinised.
• Guide, lead, monitor and manage subordinate staff.
• Have a strong command of the JBCC contract law.
• Have knowledge of development processes.
• Have an assertive demeanour.
• Be able to function in a team environment.
• Be able to negotiate with supply chain.

Key Performance Area

• The employee will be measured on his successfulness in the designated function, from the performance of his department and assessment by his department head.

Key Performance Indicators

• Delivering projects within budget.
• Managing the project budget and deriving best value.
• Optimizing project value to ensure profitability.