Strategic Senior Quantity Surveyor – Project Costs

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary and incentives

Medical aid and pension fund benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Professional and collaborative working

Transport or travel allowance for site

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor for major construction projects in the Paarl region. You will lead a team of surveyors, overseeing budgets, tenders, and final accounts to maximize profitability and value for clients.

The role calls for strategic cost control, strong leadership, and expertise in cost engineering principles. Registration with SACPVP or RICS is highly desirable, with attractive incentives and growth opportunities on offer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field required.
• SACPVP or RICS registration is highly desirable.
• Minimum 7 years' progressive QS experience in construction.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates, budgets and forecasts for Paarl projects.
• Manage tendering process: documents, bid evaluation and contract negotiations.
• Monitor expenditures, control costs and manage variations to stick to budget.
• Prepare interim/final accounts, valuations and claims.
• Provide cost analysis and financial advice to management.
• Lead and mentor junior quantity surveyors.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Team management

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Construction Management (related field)

Tools

MS Excel

Cost estimating software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor for major construction projects in the Paarl region. You will lead a team of surveyors, overseeing budgets, tenders, and final accounts to maximize profitability and value for clients.

The role calls for strategic cost control, strong leadership, and expertise in cost engineering principles. Registration with SACPVP or RICS is highly desirable, with attractive incentives and growth opportunities on offer.