Responsibilities and Duties:
The Quantity Surveyor will:
- Prepare cost analysis based on architectural drawings, engineering estimates, materials required, and labor involved.
- Prepare cost plans to facilitate practical designs for construction projects, liaising with architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities.
- Evaluate tenders from contractors and subcontractors and negotiate contracts where appropriate.
- Control all project stages within predetermined budgets and expenditures.
- Monitor project progress, measure and value variations in the work, and ensure commercial controls are in place.
- Provide commercial and contractual advice to project staff, review and draft correspondence.
- Certify subcontractor monthly valuations and final accounts.
- Collaborate with project staff and subcontractors to ensure project requirements are met.
- Produce accurate formal reports within specified business timelines.
- Supply relevant information to senior management for review as required.
- Assist with other duties as necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:We are seeking candidates who possess:
- Commercial astuteness, numeracy, and risk awareness with the ability to forecast costs and sales accurately.
- Multi-tasking ability, self-motivation, and a flexible, adaptable approach to work.
- Strong organization skills, resource planning, and program scheduling abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Construction Costing Software (e.g., "Candy").
- Demonstrable experience in construction contracts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to motivate and communicate across all levels.
- Self-starting attitude with a focus on delivery and solutions.
- Dependability, maturity, and the ability to work in high-pressure environments with minimal supervision.
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For more information contact:
Phindile Majozi