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Quantity Surveyor - Construction

via Fourier Recruitment · Johannesburg, Gauteng

Pay
On application
Type
Permanent
Sector
Building & Construction
Closes
in 87 days
Recruiter
Fourier Recruitment · All jobs at Fourier Recruitment

About the role

Our client in JHB is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

  • Measure, Compile and Manage a Bill of Quantities.
  • Obtain necessary estimates from subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Review, evaluate and adjudicate quotes and tenders received.
  • Compile complete civils and construction tender for submission to clients.
  • Ensure and obtain authorization to submit Tender Senior.
  • Be able to negotiate with both the client and subcontractors on best solutions.
  • To quickly evaluate and calculate any changes, variation order, request for changes from client.
  • Performing risk, value management and cost control.
  • Tendering out specific trades and disciplines, evaluate, adjudicate and negotiate for best award.
  • Management of project finance in collaboration with project team.
  • Draw up and manage cashflow according to program and site production.
  • Collaboration with procurement team to source best pricing.
  • Submission of complete material lists to procurement and manage ordering of materials
  • Assessing Monthly and fortnightly payments to be certified
  • Compiling and submitting Monthly payment claims to development managers
  • Draw up construction contracts as well as subcontractor contracts and management of these

What they're looking for

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying
  • Minimum of 8 years’ experience in similar role in reputable company
  • Residential Construction is a must
  • Computer Literate: Candy Experience and Buildsmart is a must
  • Driver’s License and own transport
  • Accuracy with figures / calculations. Able to think quick with calculations.
  • Ability to work to tight schedule and meet strict deadlines.
  • Ability to Interpret Drawings.
  • Bilingual – Afrikaans/English Speak, listen, and write
  • Knowledge of Structural and Civil Engineering will be advantageous.
  • Ability to make quick decisions and take responsibility for it.