Senior Construction QS — Hybrid, Budget & Value Engineering

Placements24

Randburg

Hybrid

ZAR 950,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model
Competitive salary
Medical aid
Retirement fund
CPD opportunities
Gauteng projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a highly capable Senior Construction Quantity Surveyor to lead cost control on major projects. You will prepare BoQ, manage contracts, forecast expenditures, and drive value engineering with a focus on quality and budget adherence.

The role offers a hybrid work model combining site visits with remote financial management, professional development, and exposure to significant Gauteng developments.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
  • 7+ years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction.
  • Professional SACQSP registration preferred.
  • Proficiency in quantity surveying software and MS Office.
  • Strong knowledge of JBCC, FIDIC contracts and procurement.
  • Excellent analytical, financial management, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates and BoQ for construction projects.
  • Manage contract administration, including claims, variations, and payments.
  • Monitor expenditure, forecast costs, and report financial performance to management.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed projects.
  • Negotiate with contractors and suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
  • Perform value engineering to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Skills

Cost estimation
Contract administration
Negotiation
Financial management
Value engineering
Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Tools

Quantity surveying software
MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a highly capable Senior Construction Quantity Surveyor to lead cost control on major projects. You will prepare BoQ, manage contracts, forecast expenditures, and drive value engineering with a focus on quality and budget adherence.

The role offers a hybrid work model combining site visits with remote financial management, professional development, and exposure to significant Gauteng developments.

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