Trainee In Qs- Quantity Surveyor

Signa Opportunity; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Pretoria is seeking a Quantity Surveyor student to gain practical experience in project costing and financial planning. Responsibilities include preparing quotations, compiling BOQs, and cost tracking. Ideal candidates are South African youth aged 18-34 with at least a Matric qualification, and a relevant diploma in Quantity Surveying. This entry-level role offers the perfect opportunity for those willing to learn without prior experience.

Qualifications

• South African youth aged 18-34 who have not participated in the YES programme.
• Must have Matric qualification.
• No work experience necessary but a willingness to learn is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive quotations for clients.
• Gather pricing for materials, labor, and equipment.
• Compile detailed BOQs for various projects.

Education

N Diploma / National Diploma / Bsc, B-Eng, B-Tech in Quantity Surveying

Job description

About the role

The quantity surveyor student will be supporting the commercial and costing functions of the company by preparing quotations, bill of quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates for all projects. The role offers practical experience in project costing and financial planning within the construction environment. The job holder will report to our Senior QS manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive quotation to clients.
• Gather material, labour and equipment pricing essential for cost buildup.
• Maintain updated price lists and supplier information.
• Compile detailed BOQs for small and large-scale projects.
• Ensure quantities and descriptions are accurate and aligned with project specifications.
• Assist in cost tracking during project execution.
• Maintain proper documentation for all costing activities.

Minimum Requirements

• South African unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
• Must not have participated on the YES programme before.
• Matric.
• N Diploma / National Diploma / Bsc, B-Eng, B-Tech in Quantity Surveying.
• No experience is required.
• Must be willing to learn.

Please consider your application unsuccessful when you have not heard from the Signa Opportunity team within two weeks of submitting your application.