Senior Quantity Surveyor

Trades Workforce Solutions; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workforce solutions provider in South Africa is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial and contractual functions on civil construction projects. The role requires a strong background in Quantity Surveying with a focus on cost management and contractual compliance. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in civil engineering, effective communication skills, and proficiency in contract administration and relevant software. This position offers an opportunity to optimize project profitability and lead a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years’ on-site experience in Quantity Surveying in Civil Engineering.
• Valid drivers’ license and own vehicle required.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering and architectural drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manage full commercial and contractual functions on civil construction projects.
• Ensure effective cost management and accurate reporting.
• Optimize project profitability through contractual compliance.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Project planning

Effective communication

Education

Relevant Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying

Matric

Tools

CCS Candy

MS Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

Essence of the job:

The Senior Quantity Surveyor manages the full commercial and contractual functions on civil construction projects (structures and infrastructure roads), ensuring effective and efficient cost management, accurate reporting, and contractual compliance to optimize project profitability. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge in civil engineering and commercial acumen.

Qualification:

Matric

Relevant Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 10-15years’ on-site experience in Quantity Surveying in Civil Engineering (roads, bridges, structures)
• Valid, unendorsed drivers’ license with own vehicle
• Proficient in contract administration under FIDIC, NEC, and GCC forms. Experienced in COLTO Specification and understanding both principal and subcontractor agreements, including clauses, guarantees, BoQs, drawings, and payment terms.
• Strong commercial and contractual acumen with experience in construction sequencing, methodologies, progress tracking, and variation validation.
• In-depth understanding of Civil Engineering principles and practices including reinforced concrete works, earthworks and layer works, bitumen and asphalt, stormwater, and construction materials and processes.
• Skilled in interpreting engineering and architectural drawings and measuring according to standard systems.
• Competence in construction Programme interpretation and project planning.
• Technically proficient in CCS Candy, MS Excel, and AutoCAD (advantageous).
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and financial awareness, with sound judgment, decision-making, problem-solving, and reasoning skills (verbal and numerical).
• Effective communicator with excellent oral and written English, including negotiation, contractual letter writing, and interpersonal communication.
• Detail-oriented with strong checking skills and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experienced in personnel management—motivating, directing, monitoring performance, and developing team members.
• Familiar with company policies and procedures and has a basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and safe work practices.