Quantity Surveyor - High-Rise Buildings

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Bonuses

Medical + Retirement

Job summary

Placements24 is helping a client in Port Elizabeth recruit a meticulous Quantity Surveyor to drive cost estimation, tendering, contract administration and financial control on high-rise construction projects. The role blends office planning with site engagement in a hybrid work model.

You will collaborate with project managers, contractors and clients to keep projects financially sound, whilst identifying value opportunities and managing risk across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics.
• Professional qualification (e.g., SACQSP) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with significant exposure to high-rise projects.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of contract law and construction economics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for high-rise construction projects.
• Manage tendering processes, including pre-qualification of contractors and tender evaluations.
• Administer construction contracts, including variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Monitor and control project costs, providing regular financial reports and forecasts.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and verify valuations.
• Identify and advise on cost-saving opportunities and risk management strategies.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tendering

Contract administration

Cost control

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Cost estimation software

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and analytical Quantity Surveyor to join their team, focusing on the financial management of high-rise building construction projects in Port Elizabeth. You will be responsible for cost estimation, tendering, contract administration, and financial control throughout the project lifecycle. This role demands a keen eye for detail, excellent negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of construction costs and market dynamics. You will work closely with project managers, contractors, and clients to ensure projects are financially sound and deliver value, contributing to the successful completion of impressive vertical structures. The hybrid model allows for strategic planning in the office and efficient site engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for high-rise construction projects.
• Manage tendering processes, including pre-qualification of contractors and tender evaluations.
• Administer construction contracts, including variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Monitor and control project costs, providing regular financial reports and forecasts.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and verify valuations.
• Identify and advise on cost-saving opportunities and risk management strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics.
• Professional qualification (e.g., SACQSP) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with significant exposure to high-rise projects.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of contract law and construction economics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement for work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Involvement in landmark high-rise developments.