Quantity Surveyor (Intermediate)

University of Fort Hare; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare is seeking an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join its Johannesburg-based team. The role focuses on detailed cost estimation for mining, industrial, and infrastructure projects, with emphasis on BOQs, MTOs, and cost modeling.

You will collaborate with engineering and procurement to ensure cost accuracy throughout the project lifecycle and support tendering and project controls. A qualification in Quantity Surveying or related field and 5–6 years site experience are

Qualifications

• Qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-6 years site experience.
• Intermediate-level Quantity Surveying experience within mining, industrial, engineering, or construction environments.
• Excellent working knowledge of Candy (CCS) is essential.
• Proven experience compiling detailed BOQs and performing accurate Material Take-Offs.
• Strong understanding of estimating methodologies, productivity rates, and resource planning.
• Ability to estimate complete project costs, including labour, equipment, materials, and indirect costs.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for mining, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
• Compile comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQs) with a high level of detail and accuracy.
• Perform Material Take-Offs (MTOs) from engineering drawings and project documentation.
• Estimate and quantify all project-related costs, including: Materials, Labour and man-hours, Plant and equipment, Subcontractor costs, Temporary works, Logistics and transport, Site establishment and indirect costs.
• Develop and maintain project cost models and estimate databases.
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation to identify cost implications and potential risks.
• Support tendering, procurement, and project controls activities as required.
• Work closely with engineering, procurement, and project teams to ensure cost accuracy throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Cost estimation

Education

Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Engineering

Tools

Candy (CCS)

Microsoft Office / Excel

Job description

Quantity Surveyor (Intermediate)

Our client, a global mining company based in Melrose Arch, is seeking an experienced Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join their Johannesburg-based team.

• Qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Intermediate-level Quantity Surveying experience within mining, industrial, engineering, or construction environments.
• Excellent working knowledge of Candy (CCS) is essential.
• Proven experience compiling detailed BOQs and performing accurate Material Take-Offs.
• Strong understanding of estimating methodologies, productivity rates, and resource planning.
• Ability to estimate complete project costs, including labour, equipment, materials, and indirect costs.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-6 Years Site experience.
• Intermediate-level Quantity Surveying experience within mining, industrial, engineering, or construction environments.
• Excellent working knowledge of Candy (CCS) is essential.
• Proven experience compiling detailed BOQs and performing accurate Material Take-Offs.
• Strong understanding of estimating methodologies, productivity rates, and resource planning.
• Ability to estimate complete project costs, including labour, equipment, materials, and indirect costs.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for mining, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
• Compile comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQs) with a high level of detail and accuracy.
• Perform Material Take-Offs (MTOs) from engineering drawings and project documentation.
• Estimate and quantify all project-related costs, including:
  • Materials
  • Labour and man-hours
  • Plant and equipment
  • Subcontractor costs
  • Temporary works
  • Logistics and transport
  • Site establishment and indirect costs
• Develop and maintain project cost models and estimate databases.
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation to identify cost implications and potential risks.
• Support tendering, procurement, and project controls activities as required.
• Work closely with engineering, procurement, and project teams to ensure cost accuracy throughout the project lifecycle.

Closing Date

Submissions for this vacancy will close on 29 September 2026.