Quantity Surveying jobs in South Africa

The Quantity Surveyor (QS) will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of construction and infrastructure development projects across all Fiji National University campuses. The role will involve cost estimation, cost planning, procurement advice, contract administration, and value engineering to ensure that all projects are delivered efficiently, within budget, and to the highest standards of compliance.

Essential:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management with at least 7 years of relevant work experience or Diploma in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management with at least 14 years of relevant work experience.

Desirable:

• Proven experience in cost control, contract administration, and project financial reporting.
• The incumbent must be computer literate and have a sound working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Quantity Surveying Software.
• Knowledge of Building Construction and able to read and interpret drawings.
• Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety Requirements in relation to Fiji and Pacific Requirements.
• Excellent skills in communication at all levels and within diverse cultures.
• Ability to motivate staff.
• Ability to develop and assess scope of works for minor, medium works and major works.
• High qualifications are desirable.

Salary: FJD50,789.00 - 64,339.00 plus 10% superannuation

All applications are to include:

• A letter of application addressing each of the criterion listed under the Person Specification, more specifically the Essential and Desirable criteria. This application letter will form the main basis for shortlisting. Failure to provide the application letter will result in your application not being considered.
• A detailed CV with three referees full contact details (telephone numbers and email addresses). Candidate should state their relationship with each referee (e.g. line manager, former postgraduate supervisor).
• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates that are of relevance to the qualification requirements of the advertised position.
• All applications must be submitted online using the University’s online job applications system which can be accessed at this address: https://careers.fnu.ac.fj.

Applications sent via email or manually for all positions will not be accepted. For any queries regarding the advertised opportunity or difficulties submitting the online application, please email the HR Partner (email ID stated in the advertisement), hrat@fnu.ac.fj for online application assistance, or vacancy2@fnu.ac.fj for other queries regarding the opportunity, expression of interest or FNU careers.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted by Fiji National University, your application has not been successful. Fiji National University is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to applicants holding Fiji citizenship. International applicants may be considered.