Quantity Surveyor - Construction

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to manage costs from initial estimates to final figures on construction projects. You will help keep projects on budget and ensure contractual obligations are met.

You'll prepare budgets, procure materials, track expenditures, analyze bids, manage variations and claims, and conduct site visits to verify work completed.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost estimation and budget management.
• Ability to procure materials and negotiate terms.
• Experience with variations and claims management.
• Site visits to monitor progress and verify work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and manage all construction project budgets and cost estimates.
• Procure and manage construction materials and services, negotiating favorable terms with suppliers.
• Track project expenditure and ensure compliance with budget constraints throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare tender documents, analyze bids, and make recommendations for contract awards.
• Manage variations and claims, ensuring fair resolution of contractual disputes.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and verify work completed for

Skills

Detail-oriented

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team in George . You will be responsible for managing all costs relating to construction projects, from initial calculations to final figures. Your expertise will ensure that projects remain on budget and that contractual obligations are met. This role requires a sharp analytical mind, excellent negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of construction economics and contract law. Join a respected firm known for its commitment to excellence and professional development in the Western Cape construction sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and manage all construction project budgets and cost estimates.


• Procure and manage all necessary construction materials and services, negotiating favorable terms with suppliers.


• Track project expenditure and ensure compliance with budget constraints throughout the project lifecycle.


• Prepare tender documents, analyze bids, and make recommendations for contract awards.


• Manage variations and claims, ensuring fair resolution of contractual disputes.


• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and verify work completed for