Senior Civil Quantity Surveyor

RPO Recruitment · Cape Town, Western Cape

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Job Description

  • RPO Recruitment's client, a leading civil construction contractor in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial and contractual aspects of civil construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage project commercial and contractual requirements
  • Prepare measurements, BOQs, valuations and payment certificates
  • Monitor budgets, expenditure and overall project costs
  • Manage variations, claims and extension-of-time submissions
  • Assess subcontractor measurements, valuations and payment claims
  • Prepare commercial reports and maintain accurate project records
  • Assist with tender pricing and cost estimates
  • Manage client and subcontractor final accounts
  • Identify commercial risks and implement appropriate cost-control measures
  • Provide commercial support to Contract Managers and site teams
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, engineers and subcontractors on commercial matters

Requirements

  • National Diploma in Building/BTech in Quantity Surveying or related qualifications
  • 5–8 years' experience within the civil construction industry
  • Proven experience in commercial and contract management
  • Strong knowledge of measurements, valuations, variations, claims and final accounts
  • Sound understanding of construction contracts and contract administration
  • Experience in roads, earthworks, pipelines, bulk water, reservoirs, stormwater or municipal infrastructure will be advantageous
  • SACQSP registration advantageous
  • Excellent Excel and general computer skills
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and BOQs
  • Valid driver's licence

Benefits

  • Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications
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