Key Responsibilities

• Prepare tender estimates using client-supplied Bills of Quantities, lump-sum cost schedules and project documentation.
• Compile Bills of Quantities and cost schedules from drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Analyse completed cost estimates and identify potential commercial risks.
• Review tender documentation and prepare tender risk management reports.
• Review contract documentation and prepare contract risk management reports.
• Monitor project costs throughout the construction period.
• Track and cost all variations, site instructions, claims and contra-charges.
• Perform risk management, value management and cost control.
• Advise project teams on appropriate procurement strategies.
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and develop appropriate responses.
• Provide input and advice regarding contractual claims.
• Measure and value work completed by subcontractors.
• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts.
• Determine and reconcile final contract values.
• Assist with feasibility studies and the establishment of project requirements.
• Prepare estimates for service and maintenance contracts.
• Maintain knowledge of commonly used building and construction contracts.
• Report commercial, contractual or site-related concerns to the Project Manager.
• Ensure compliance with company safety, quality and operational procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or National Diploma in Quantity Surveying.
• Minimum of three years’ Quantity Surveying experience within the construction industry.
• Previous experience working on mechanical building services or HVAC projects.
• Experience in tendering, estimating, cost control and final accounts.
• Good understanding of Bills of Quantities, construction contracts, variations and contractual claims.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and document-control abilities.
• Contactable professional references.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract offering a salary of R27,000 per month.
Thank you for your interest in this role. If we do not contact you within two weeks of CV submission, please consider your application unsuccessful.