Quantity Surveyor Project Manager

4 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time R900 000 - R1 300 000 per year


Quantity Surveyor & Project Manager

Blackheath, Cape Town 

About the Role

A growing civil and construction team is seeking a Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager to take full ownership of project cost management and delivery. This dual-role position involves both quantity surveying responsibilities and active project managementfrom tender to close-outensuring all goals, standards, and quality benchmarks are met efficiently and within budget.

You will work closely with the operations team and clients, balancing detailed cost estimation and reporting with real-time site coordination, contract administration, and proactive project oversight.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

  • Prepare tender and contract documents in collaboration with engineers and clients

  • Develop and implement project execution strategies

  • Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources

  • Identify and mitigate project risks

  • Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure on-time, in-budget delivery

  • Ensure projects meet statutory and safety regulations

  • Lead stakeholder communications and address claims or disputes

Quantity Surveying & Cost Control

  • Conduct feasibility studies and cost analysis

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets

  • Monitor, control, and report on project costs and financial progress

  • Manage and negotiate contracts

  • Process valuations and arrange timely payments

  • Support tender costing and pricing reviews

  • Ensure cost-effectiveness and value engineering across projects

General & Administrative

  • Conduct site visits for measurement and project review

  • Compile detailed progress and audit reports

  • Support the development and implementation of internal processes
  • Stay up to date with industry standards and regulatory requirements
  • Promote quality control measures and continual improvement initiatives

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelors degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
  • Minimum 5 years post-graduation experience in a similar QS/PM role
  • Proven operational experience in construction or civil projects
  • Strong planning and programming experience (MS Projects or similar)

Technical Proficiency:

  • High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Familiarity with ISO Work Instructions and contract administration

  • Clear reporting and documentation skills

  • Understanding of health & safety, legal compliance, and quality frameworks

Soft Skills:

  • Logical, proactive, and detail-oriented with a solutions-driven mindset
  • Able to handle pressure and meet deadlines across multiple projects
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills (bilingual preferred)
  • Independent worker with strong leadership and team motivation abilities
  • Professional, analytical, and committed to continuous learning and development

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