Junior Quantity Surveyor jobs in South Africa

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Main purpose of position Currently we are looking for a Site Quantity Surveyor to be based in Free State, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Site QuantitySurveyor, you will need to conduct site progress measurement and follow up of contracts in accordance with the corporate standards, policies and procedures. To assist the contract representatives with the pro‑active administration to secure the cost, time and quality as envisaged in the contracts.

Main responsibilities

• Conduct progress measurements for payment certification
• Commercial assessment of contracts and alignment of bills of quantities
• Assist with drafting contract correspondence, variation orders and notices in accordance with the contract
• Maintain a contract register depicting correspondence in and out, variations, contract risks and final account details
• Understanding EPC/Contractors scope
• Ensure that the project manager and site manager is kept abreast of critical topics that have the potential to affect time, cost or quality
• Follow the guidelines and prescribed structures as outlined by the operating system
• Provide continuous input towards improvement and optimization of the operating system
• Successfully implement the operating system throughout the development, structuring and execution phase of the Project

Qualifications and competencies

• Min: B.Sc. QS (Hons)/ B. Tech QS/ Formal QS qualification
• Comprehensive knowledge of contracts suites FIDIC (NEC/GCC a bonus)
• EPC Contractors scope
• EPC Contractors schedule and the activities and deliverables
• At least 3 -5 years of relevant experience of on‑site QS activities on Construction Projects
• An excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent management, communication and team working skills
• Fluent in English, spoken and written
• Ideal: Technical supplementary degree

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro‑activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can‑do attitude

For the particular role we also expect

• Valid driver's license
• High social and intercultural competence
• Dedicated and someone who takes “ownership” to tasks and responsibilities
• Self‑reliant and efficient and structured
• Flexible and adaptable with a “can‑do” attitude

Additional information:

Local travelling might be required

We offer Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.