Senior Quantity Surveyor

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage cost control processes and lead a team. This role requires 6-8 years of experience in Quantity Surveying and strong leadership capabilities. The successful candidate will oversee project costs, ensuring profitability and efficiency. A competitive salary is offered based on experience, along with a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 6–8 years in Quantity Surveying, with at least 2–3 years in a senior QS role.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality output.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Quantity Surveyors at varying levels of experience.
• Oversee and approve monthly claims and manage cost reporting.
• Conduct regular site visits for progress monitoring.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Cost control

Team management

Construction methods

Leadership

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Tools

CCS

Buildsmart

Job description

A well-established and dynamic construction company known for delivering high-quality residential and commercial building projects, is currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Cape Town. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing cost control processes across multiple projects while leading and developing a team of Quantity Surveyors. This is a pivotal position reporting directly to the Contracts Director and offers the opportunity to influence project profitability at a strategic level.

Responsibilities

Pre-Contract Duties

• Review and analyse contract documentation and tender information.
• Populate Contract BOQ into CCS and manage subcontract package repricing and negotiations.
• Finalise P&G savings in collaboration with the Project Manager and Contracts Director.
• Identify and act on urgent appointments and early purchasing needs.
• Oversee the subcontract appointment process, ensuring complete and compliant documentation.

Project Cost Control

• Manage a team of Quantity Surveyors at varying levels of experience.
• Oversee and approve monthly claims, including measurement confirmations and valuation sign-offs.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and verify BOQ alignment.
• Identify, price, and submit variations and additional work.
• Support the preparation of EOT claims and remeasurement processes.
• Manage timelines from claim to payment, including subcontractor payments and contra charges.
• Monitor procurement efficiency, wastage control, and enforce cost‑saving measures.
• Finalise accounts in collaboration with the Contracts Director and Senior PM.
• Prepare and lead monthly cost reporting, clearly explaining variances.

Requirements

Academic

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.

Experience

• 6–8 years in Quantity Surveying, with at least 2–3 years in a senior QS role.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CCS, and Buildsmart.
• Deep understanding of building trades and construction methods.
• Solid knowledge of construction materials, lead times, quantities, and application.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, including bending schedules.
• Strong leadership, delegation, and team management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality output.

Benefits

• Contact Hire Resolve for your next career‑changing move.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Sonique Beetge at [e-mail]
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.