Quantity Surveyor (Stellenbosch)

Responsibilities

Accurately and timeously undertake quantity measurements to perform cost estimates.

Manage and achieve maximum cost-effectiveness of building work through proactive involvement in subcontractor control and budget management.

Assist the site management teams by providing construction activity programmes.

Certify and assess subcontractors’ invoices and claims, and process them for payment.

Liaise with and assist the Accounts Department in compiling budgets.

Requirements

Have acquired the relevant QS qualification (minimum ND Building/QS).

Have knowledge of the Standard System of Measuring Building Work.

Be able to read and comprehend construction working drawings.

Be able to extract quantities accurately from construction drawings.

Have construction knowledge and 2–4 years of post-qualification work experience.

Have a thorough understanding of construction drawings, ensuring logical sequencing of construction activities.

Be capable of accurate measurement work, ensuring correct quantities of materials are secured for projects.

Produce monthly valuations and certifications.

Prepare monthly cost reports where cost versus allowable can be scrutinised.

Have a strong command of JBCC contract law.

Have knowledge of development processes.

Be able to function effectively in a team environment.