Senior Quantity Surveyor

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual bonuses

Medical aid and provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to large-scale projects in Xx

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs and financial aspects of construction projects in Welkom. You will oversee cost estimation, contract administration, and variations while ensuring financial targets are met across multiple sites in the Free State.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics and a minimum of 7 years of quantity surveying experience with strong cost-management capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a strong focus on cost management.
• Understanding of South African construction contracts (JBCC, FIDIC).
• Proficiency in estimating software and cost management tools.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and financial acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for tender submissions and project budgets.
• Administer construction contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions, and managing contractual notices.
• Monitor and control project costs throughout the construction lifecycle, forecasting final costs and identifying potential overruns.
• Manage variations, claims, and disputes, negotiating settlements and ensuring fair resolution.
• Valuation of work-in-progress and preparation of interim payment certificates for contractors and subcontractors.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors on all financial and contractual matters related to the project.

Skills

Cost management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics

Tools

Estimating software

Cost management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs and financial aspects of construction projects in Welkom . This role is vital for ensuring cost-effectiveness and profitability across all undertaken works. You will be responsible for cost estimation, contract administration, and managing variations, ensuring that projects are delivered within financial parameters while maintaining quality. This position offers a significant opportunity to influence project financial outcomes and contribute to the strategic financial planning of a prominent construction firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for tender submissions and project budgets.
• Administer construction contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions, and managing contractual notices.
• Monitor and control project costs throughout the construction lifecycle, forecasting final costs and identifying potential overruns.
• Manage variations, claims, and disputes, negotiating settlements and ensuring fair resolution.
• Valuation of work-in-progress and preparation of interim payment certificates for contractors and subcontractors.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors on all financial and contractual matters related to the project.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor , with a strong focus on cost management in construction.
• Comprehensive understanding of South African construction contracts (e.g., JBCC, FIDIC).
• Proficiency in estimating software and cost management tools.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and financial acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund benefits.
• Professional development support and opportunities for further qualifications.
• Exposure to a variety of large-scale construction projects in the Free State region.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.