Quantity Surveyor

SUMMARY:
Quantity Surveyor

POSITION INFO:

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Western Cape, City of Cape Town, Somerset West

Job Type: 24 monthContract, Full-Time

Job Duties:

• The consultant shall provide comprehensive cost management and quantity surveying services across all phases of the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities include:
• Cost Estimation & Quantity Surveying
• Develop and maintain detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities (BOQs) for
  each site.
• Review construction plans and specifications to prepare accurate quantity takeoffs.
• Identify discrepancies between BOQs, drawings, specifications, and contract
  conditions, and resolve them effectively.
• Cost Control & Financial Monitoring
• Monitor and control project costs, identifying cost-saving opportunities and
  conducting value engineering assessments.
• Track expenditures and provide monthly cost reports, including CPI (Cost
  Performance Index) and SPI (Schedule Performance Index) calculations.
• Conduct weekly expenditure tracking and variance analysis.
• Contract Administration
• Support the preparation, evaluation, and administration of tender
  documentation.
• Manage interim and final valuations, variations, and claims.
• Assist in final account preparation and close-out documentation.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, site managers, and internal stakeholders to
  ensure alignment and effective communication.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and the design team to optimize project outcomes and achieve value for money.
• Provide expert advice on procurement strategies, risk management, and cost
  optimization.
• Site & Design Coordination
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Coordinate with the design team to analyze architectural and service drawings.
• Document design changes and update budgets accordingly.
• Reporting & Documentation
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive reports, analyses, budgets, contracts, and
  risk assessments.
• Advise managers and clients on strategic improvements and cost-effective
  solutions.
• Ensure timely ordering and tracking of materials as required.
• Prepare cost estimates and budgets for construction projects

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in infrastructure projects, preferably multi-site.
• Registration with SACQSP or equivalent professional body preferred.
• Strong knowledge of public and private sector procurement and financial reporting
• Proficiency in cost management software (e.g., SAP)
• Experience working with AutoCAD and validating quantities from the given drawings.
• Experience with building information modelling (BIM) and quantity takeoff software

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong understanding of construction methods and materials
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Proficiency in budgeting and cost control
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy