An exciting opportunity within the construction support industry for an energetic and eager Construction Support Manager (CSM) – Quantity Surveyor based in Cape Town.
Duties & Responsibilities
Monitoring the project to ensure it is managed in terms of the contract
Ensuring that the Irrevocable Payment Undertaking is signed by the Nominated person of the Employer
Checking that the project is run within the allocated budget
Ensuring that drawdowns and materials issued are in accordance with the budget
Ensuring that only duly signed payment certificates are processed and paid
Ensuring that the final account quantities are correct
Co - Authorise the release of funds
Monitoring and updating cash flows
Implementation of action plans
Compiling the ACB from authorised quotations
Attending site meetings
Advising clients on contractual obligations
Advising contractors on the terms of breaching the contract
Advising on site management
Advising on material management
Taking appropriate action if advise is not heeded which increases risks
Ensuring that the contractor applies for extensions (when applicable)
Ensuring that the contractual irregularities are addressed
Attending to and escalating concerns/queries (when applicable)
Assisting with planning, scheduling, and setting up the project
Assisting with the procurement of material. Ordering supplies, plant, and tool hire
Ensuring that the sub-contractors are appointed correctly
Communicating regarding project progress to the Project Leader
Communicating with Suppliers, consultants, and principal agents
Assisting in drafting letters of extension request
Communicating the content of site visit reports to contractors
Escalating queries and problems
Submitting written monthly reports to funders and Company
Discuss and formulate action plans pertaining to execution of projects
Discuss the financial status of the project with the contractor
Ensuring monthly reports issued by the Administrators is signed by contractor
Desired Experience & Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying
3 – 4 years’ experience in a QS role within the Construction Support industry