Quantity Surveyor – Mining & Industrial Estimator

Marvel Placement Consultants; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Marvel Placement Consultants is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for mining and industrial projects. You will prepare cost estimates, compile detailed BOQs, and perform MTOs from engineering drawings and project documentation.

You will develop cost models, review tender documents for cost implications, and support tendering, procurement, and project controls. Strong Candy CCS proficiency and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 5-6 years of site experience.
• Experience mining, industrial, engineering, or construction environments.
• Proficiency with Candy (CCS).
• Experience compiling detailed BOQs and performing accurate MTOs.
• Strong understanding of estimating methodologies and resource planning.
• Excellent Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for mining, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
• Compile comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQs) with high detail and accuracy.
• Perform Material Take-Offs (MTOs) from drawings and project docs.
• Estimate and quantify all project costs including labour, materials, plant, and indirect costs.
• Develop and maintain project cost models and estimate databases.
• Review drawings, specs, and tender docs for cost implications and risks.
• Support tendering, procurement, and project controls activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project teams to maintain cost accuracy.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Construction Management

Engineering

BOQ preparation

MTO

Candy (CCS)

Excel

Education

Bachelor's or equivalent in Quantity Surveying/Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Candy (CCS) software

MS Excel

Job description

Marvel Placement Consultants is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for mining and industrial projects. You will prepare cost estimates, compile detailed BOQs, and perform MTOs from engineering drawings and project documentation.

You will develop cost models, review tender documents for cost implications, and support tendering, procurement, and project controls. Strong Candy CCS proficiency and Excel skills are essential.