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Quantity Surveyor - KBQS

Armstrong Appointments
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
Quantity Surveyor

Introduction

Currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor for a 3 month contract to be based in Cape Town.

Duties & Responsibilities

Budgeting & Cost Control

  • Prepare and manage project budgets from contractor quotations and site inputs
  • Submit budgets for approval and maintain full cost control across projects
  • Manage variations, cost reporting, value engineering, and budget close-outs
  • Monitor financial risks and ensure alignment with approved project scope

Procurement & Order Management

  • Oversee purchase orders for contractors and suppliers
  • Ensure alignment between orders, quotations, and approved budgets
  • Maintain accurate tracking of all procurement activity and follow-ups

Extras & Variations

  • Manage costing, approval, and tracking of all project extras
  • Liaise with Village Managers, Architects, and contractors for approvals and implementation
  • Ensure accurate documentation and financial control of all variations

Payments & Financial Administration

  • Oversee contractor payment packs (fortnightly and month-end)
  • Ensure payment claims are aligned with approved orders, completed work, and supporting documentation
  • Ensure compliance with COC requirements prior to final payment release
  • Resolve payment queries and ensure accurate, timely processing

Project Planning & Delivery Support

  • Support project programming, cashflow forecasting, and progress tracking
  • Monitor risks, long-lead items, and escalation points
  • Contribute to successful delivery of projects within time and budget

Feasibility & Reporting

  • Assist with feasibility studies for new developments
  • Provide financial input on project viability and forecasting
  • Report on project performance and key commercial outcomes

Desired Experience & Qualification

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying (NQF Level 7)
  • 5+ years’ experience in Quantity Surveying within construction, renovations, or residential development environments
  • Strong experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Proven track record in cost control, budgeting, and project financial management
  • Strong numerical and financial ability with excellent attention to detail
  • Strong understanding of construction processes and project delivery
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Self-motivated, disciplined, and proactive approach
  • Computer literate (Google Workspace; Xero and construction systems advantageous