Senior Quantity Surveyor - Contract - Jrqs R 840 000 P.A.

Armstrong Appointments; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction seeks a Quantity Surveyor responsible for managing project costs, audits, and contract administration. This role requires a BSc in Quantity Surveying, strong expertise in financial reporting, and considerable experience in similar positions. Candidates are expected to lead and develop staff, ensuring compliance and financial accuracy while contributing to project success.

Qualifications

• Registration with professional bodies (e.g., IBQS).
• At least 8-10 years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare cost estimates for construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with contractual conditions and oversee contract administration.
• Guide and develop subordinate staff to establish a positive work environment.

Skills

Knowledge of contract law

Financial reporting

Cost management

Operating planning

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying

Honours qualification

Job description

Job Description: The purpose of the position is to lead, manage, and prepare cost estimates, audit projects, manage construction revenue and costs, and administer construction contracts.

Key Responsibilities

1. Measurement and certification: Maintain an up-to-date measure of the value of work done. Produce monthly valuations/claims. Validate, agree, and sign off on final accounts with PQS and Sub-contractors. Measure extras and VO's. Prepare and update final measures.
2. Budget & Cash management: Manage monthly payments according to due date. Oversee cash expenditure related to the contract. Appropriately manage the budget, ensuring accurate and up-to-date cash flow forecasting.
3. Contractual conditions, legal compliance, and administration: Ensure proper systems and controls of contract documents are in place. Review contract documentation and brief relevant parties. Liaise with the Contracts Manager on contractual requirements and compliance. Prepare pre-construction documentation and follow up on signing main contract documentation. Oversee, coordinate, and consolidate the submission and processing of claims. Ensure conclusion of all contract documentation, including performance and payment guarantees, insurance, etc., in liaison with the Commercial Manager. Identify and submit insurance claims. Formulate contractual claims with the Contracts and Commercial Managers. Prepare and maintain accurate contract costing, reports, and budgets, including monthly cost reports, waste control records, updated budgets, and forecasts.
4. Contract administration: Ensure effective management of contract payments, including timely measuring and processing of sub-contractor and supplier payments. Validate and approve invoices and payments. Maintain records management, including site records, instructions, and correspondence. Evaluate and select suppliers and sub-contractors, approve bulk and sub-contract orders, and ensure timely and correct orders are placed. Call for tenders or quotations, prepare estimates, and determine cost-effectiveness for subcontractors.
5. Staff management: Guide, lead, and develop subordinate staff. Monitor performance, coach, mentor, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Maintain staff retention and establish a positive work environment.
6. Cost Reporting: Provide continuous, accurate cost information and analysis based on reliable data. Ensure proactive management of costs through sound reporting.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent; Honours qualification preferred. Building Construction or relevant qualification. Registration with professional bodies (e.g., IBQS). Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). Knowledge of contract law, insurance, financial reporting, construction methods, programming, and SHEQ legislation.
• At least 8-10 years of experience in a similar role, with expertise in business strategy, contract management, legal and commercial management, operational planning, and implementation.

Package & Remuneration

R p.a. Interested candidates will be contacted if shortlisted. If not contacted within 2 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will be kept on our database for future opportunities.