Remote Senior Quantity Surveyor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a fully remote role, handling cost outcomes on major construction projects nationwide. You will lead cost estimation, tendering, procurement, and contract administration with autonomy across locations.

Requires 7+ years of experience, a degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management, and SACQSP/RICS preferred. Proficiency in MS Excel and cost-management software is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant degree and show strong cost-management capabilities.
• Registration with SACQSP or membership in RICS preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive quantity surveying experience on diverse projects.
• Solid knowledge of contract law and contract types is essential.
• Proficiency with cost management software and MS Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, BoQs, and tender docs for national projects.
• Oversee procurement, subcontractor vetting, and contract negotiations.
• Administer contracts, manage variations and final accounts.
• Monitor expenditures against budgets and report variances and risks.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for viability.
• Advise remote teams and clients on commercial and contractual matters.

Skills

Cost estimation

Contract administration

MS Excel

Remote collaboration

Negotiation

Cost management software

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Tools

SACQSP

RICS

Cost management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in a fully remote capacity. You will be responsible for managing all cost-related aspects of major construction projects across various locations, ensuring financial control and profitability. This role requires exceptional expertise in cost estimation, contract administration, and financial reporting, with the ability to work autonomously and effectively communicate with remote project teams and stakeholders. Your contributions will be crucial in maintaining the financial health and success of our client's diverse construction portfolio, providing critical cost management services without the need for a physical office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documents for national construction projects.
• Manage procurement processes, including subcontractor vetting and contract negotiation.
• Administer construction contracts, overseeing variations, claims, and final account settlements.
• Monitor project expenditures against budgets, identifying and reporting on cost variances and risks.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to support project viability.
• Provide expert advice on commercial and contractual matters to remote project teams and clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
• Professional registration with SACQSP or RICS is preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in quantity surveying , with a strong focus on diverse construction projects.
• In-depth knowledge of contract law and various forms of contract.
• Proficiency in cost management software and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills, essential for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Fully remote working arrangement offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and ongoing learning.
• Exposure to a wide range of significant construction projects across the country.