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Permanent
Seeking a professional, detail-driven Quantity Surveyor to join a multidisciplinary environment and collaborate closely with Architecture and Engineering teams. You will own cost planning, tendering, commercial administration, and final account close-out across building and infrastructure projects, ensuring accuracy, value, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.Review and evaluate design documentation for completeness and cost impact.Prepare preliminary and detailed estimates, cost plans, and feasibility assessments.Compile bills of quantities (BoQs) and full contract documentation.Lead tender processes: measurement, pricing, and financial evaluation of tenders.Administer project financials, including cash flow forecasts, cost reports, variation/change orders, valuations, and contractual claims.Prepare, negotiate, and agree interim and final accounts.Attend and contribute to client, design, and site meetings; issue minutes and action items as needed.Formulate, review, and analyse repair estimates; prepare viability studies, damage costings, and determine value at risk.Liaise and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, and QS) to resolve commercial and technical queries.Uphold quality assurance standards and document control best practices.Manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment; proactively escalate risks or constraints.RequirementsBTech or BSc in Quantity Surveying.Professional registration (e.g., SACQSP) required.6–10+ years’ post-qualification experience as a Quantity Surveyor.Proficiency with WinQS and DimX, plus strong MS Excel and MS Word skills.Valid driver’s license.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.Preferred/Advantageous Experience across commercial, residential, industrial, or public-sector projects.Strong knowledge of South African standard forms of contract and procurement routes.Proven track record in estimating, budgeting, procurement, cost control, and quality assurance.Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.Key Competencies and Soft Skills Strong communication and client relationship management.High attention to detail; analytical and numerate.Time management and organization; meets deadlines.Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.Leadership, teamwork, and coordination abilities.Adaptable, proactive, decisive, and innovative.Results-driven, resilient, ethical, and collaborative.N.B. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps, which may include a technical assessment and interviews. BenefitsCompetitive compensation.Exposure to diverse and challenging projects.Professional growth in a supportive, collaborative setting.
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