Senior Quantity Surveyor

5 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time R120 000 - R180 000 per year

A well-established and dynamic construction company known for delivering high-quality residential and commercial building projects, is currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Cape Town. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing cost control processes across multiple projects while leading and developing a team of Quantity Surveyors. This is a pivotal position reporting directly to the Contracts Director and offers the opportunity to influence project profitability at a strategic level.

Responsibilities

Pre-Contract Duties:

  • Review and analyse contract documentation and tender information.

  • Populate Contract BOQ into CCS and manage subcontract package repricing and negotiations.

  • Finalise P&G savings in collaboration with the Project Manager and Contracts Director.

  • Identify and act on urgent appointments and early purchasing needs.

  • Oversee the subcontract appointment process, ensuring complete and compliant documentation.

Project Cost Control:

  • Manage a team of Quantity Surveyors at varying levels of experience.

  • Oversee and approve monthly claims, including measurement confirmations and valuation sign-offs.

  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and verify BOQ alignment.

  • Identify, price, and submit variations and additional work.

  • Support the preparation of EOT claims and remeasurement processes.

  • Manage timelines from claim to payment, including subcontractor payments and contra charges.

  • Monitor procurement efficiency, wastage control, and enforce cost-saving measures.

  • Finalise accounts in collaboration with the Contracts Director and Senior PM.

  • Prepare and lead monthly cost reporting, clearly explaining variances.


Requirements

Academic:

  • National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.

Experience:

  • 6–8 years in Quantity Surveying, with at least 2–3 years in a senior QS role.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CCS, and Buildsmart.

  • Deep understanding of building trades and construction methods.

  • Solid knowledge of construction materials, lead times, quantities, and application.

  • Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, including bending schedules.

  • Strong leadership, delegation, and team management capabilities.

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.

  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality output.


Benefits
  • Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
    • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
    • Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Sonique Beetge at [email protected]
    • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website:  or email us your CV: [email protected]
  •  We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
 

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