Senior Quantity Surveyor (Building Construction) - CPT

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Cape Town to oversee cost control processes and lead a team. The role involves managing project finances, providing strategic insights, and ensuring compliance in documentation. The ideal candidate will have a solid academic background in Quantity Surveying and extensive experience in the industry.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary based on experience

Career growth opportunity

Qualifications

• 6-8 years in Quantity Surveying, with at least 2-3 years in a senior QS role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CCS, and Buildsmart.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cost control processes across multiple projects.
• Manage a team of Quantity Surveyors.
• Prepare and lead monthly cost reporting, clearly explaining variances.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CCS

Buildsmart

Job description

Hire Resolve's client, 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.

ResponsibilitiesPre-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.
  
  

RequirementsAcademic:

• 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 Lisa [Email Address Removed].com
• 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.

Desired Skills:

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• Senior Quantity Surveyor (Building Construction) -
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