Senior Quantity Surveyor: Cost Control & Contract Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Professional development and career成长

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Stellenbosch. You will manage construction costs from initial estimates to final accounts, ensuring financial viability and profitability across diverse projects in the Western Cape.

The role emphasizes meticulous cost control, contract administration, risk management, and value engineering. You will provide reliable commercial advice, lead negotiations with contractors and clients, and support accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related field.
• Professional registration with SACQSP is advantageous.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong understanding of contract law, procurement methods, and cost management principles.
• Proficiency in quantity surveying software and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and bills of quantities for construction projects.
• Manage and administer construction contracts, ensuring compliance with all terms and conditions.
• Monitor project expenditures, value engineering, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Negotiate with contractors, suppliers, and clients on commercial terms and contract variations.
• Assess and manage construction risks, claims, and disputes to minimize financial exposure.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, verify work completed, and support valuation processes.

Skills

Analytical

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related field

SACQSP registration (advantageous)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Quantity surveying software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Stellenbosch. You will manage construction costs from initial estimates to final accounts, ensuring financial viability and profitability across diverse projects in the Western Cape.

The role emphasizes meticulous cost control, contract administration, risk management, and value engineering. You will provide reliable commercial advice, lead negotiations with contractors and clients, and support accurate