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Job summary
A governmental agency in Pretoria seeks a Quantity Surveyor to prepare construction estimates, manage contract disputes, and provide advisory services. The ideal candidate will have at least three years’ estimating experience and two years in quantity surveying, with skills in communication, analysis, and attention to detail. A strong understanding of the tendering process is essential. Applications from all eligible candidates are encouraged, and the role requires sound health and a clean police record.
Qualifications
- At least three years experience in estimating works.
- Two years experience in Quantity Surveyor and Estimating.
- Knowledge of government tendering processes.
Responsibilities
- Prepare Construction Works Estimates and Bills of Quantities.
- Provide quality advice on contract administrations.
- Resolve contractual disputes in construction.
- Adjust budget projections for changes in design or construction.
Skills
The primary responsibility of the position is the preparation of Construction Works Preliminary Estimates, Bills of Quantities & Final Accounts, Dispute Resolution, Scope / Drawings Change Management, Stakeholder/ Client Advisory and General Administration of progress (physical and financial) of works with minimum supervision.
The position will achieve its purpose through the following key responsibilities:
- 1. Provision of Preliminary Estimate for building & Civil Projects;
- 2. Provide quality advice on contract administrations;
- 3. Provision of professional advice to clients in regards to proposed capital works;
- 4. Resolve contractual disputes of construction contract works;
- 5. Track changes to design and / or construction work and adjust budget projections accordingly; and
- 6. Accurately prepare final Accounts and Detail Bill of Quantitates.
- 1. At least three (3) years’ experience carrying out estimating works;
- 2. At least two (2) years’ experience in the Field of Quantity Surveyor and Estimating;
- 3. Strength in analyzing, researching, organizing and problem solving of Contract Law and Management of Contractual projects;
- 4. Proven knowledge of the government tendering process and its requirements;
- 5. Proven knowledge of necessary Acts and Legislations governing procurement, payments and finance;
- 6. Familiarity of current principles, methods and practices relating to Quantity Surveying and its Standards.
- 1. Ability to read, interpret, extract quantities and detect any discrepancies from Construction drawings;
- 2. High attention to detail and a methodical approach to work;
- 3. Ability to interpret regulations and standards;
- 4. Good command of written and oral communication skills;
- 5. Demonstrated interpersonal skills;
- 6. Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
Applicants for employment with the Ministry of Public Works, Meteorological Services and Transport must be Fijian Citizen, under the age of 60, in sound health, with clear police record. The successful applicant will be required to provide a medical certificate and police clearance as a condition of employment.
The Ministry of Public Works, Meteorological Services and Transport is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged from all eligible, qualified applicants. All applicants must address the specific knowledge, experience, skills and abilities for the job, as these criteria will be considered in the relative suitability of applicants.
For more information please contact the HR Team on 3384-111.
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