Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor Role

A Quantity Surveyor is required to render the full scope of quantity surveying duties pre- and/or post-contract while working in a QS capacity. Performs tasks and duties expected of an experienced quantity surveyor. Monitor Candidate Quantity Surveyors on projects and detailed tasks etc.

Technical Expertise

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Undertakes responsibilities independently and/or under very general supervision, where work is reviewed for soundness of judgement and accuracy

Provides expertise and supervision utilizing more than one competence on projects of varying scope and complexity

Provides expertise and supervision with completing the measurement of quantities for input into cost plans, cost estimates and bills of quantities

Provides expertise and supervision with the preparation of tender documentation

Provides expertise and supervision with viability studies and cost estimates

Provides expertise and supervision with implementing, maintaining and monitoring cost control procedures throughout the duration of a project

Provides expertise and supervision with providing necessary input related to financial claims

Provides expertise and supervision with evaluating variations, additions and omissions, etc, and incorporating these into monthly cost reports

Provides expertise and supervision with preparing, pricing and negotiating change orders with clients and contractors

Complies with all QA requirements

Benchmarks project data

Responsible for feasibility estimates, cost planning (presenting with no supervision), contract procurement, tender documentation, value engineering and commercial awareness, fee generation, dispute resolution, and post contract management (competent in cost reporting).

Teamwork

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Actively looks for opportunities to add value to deliverables, tasks and produces high quality work

Ensures tasks are completed in a timely manner

Able to adapt to change

Mentorship of candidates

Communicates with clarity & purpose

Client Relationship Management:

Begins to participate in client meetings to discuss project requirements, explain/defend work, deliver and present reports etc.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 5 years post qualification experience in a QS role

Either a PrQS or Candidate QS

Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) from an accredited, recognized institution.

Experience in WinQS & DimX

Expertise in large-scale public sector; commercial or retail new builds.

Ability to handle difficult clients and run multiple projects independently

Proficient in Word, Excel and multi-media communications

Strong experience in public and private sector projects,

Good understanding of public sector procurement

Working knowledge of JBCC and other types of contracts

Able to mentor young professionals

Able to procure work from private sector clients and other professionals

Valid driver's license, own vehicle, and willingness to travel for project duties.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R22000,00 - R40000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

Do you have WinQS and DimX experience and competancy? Are you able to or willing to manage a team of young professions?
Experience:

Post registration with the SACQSP: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person