Quantity Surveyor - Welkom

Responsibilities                                                

On a typical day, the incumbent’s work may include the following:

Leading the cost/commercial function

• Serve as a subject matter expert in cost estimating, benchmarking, and data analysis.
• Manage cost, commercial, and assurance functions, ensuring cost efficiency.
• Oversee contract management and performance to meet project objectives.
• Provide commercial intelligence, estimating, and performance assurance.
• Handle commercial change, disputes, and claims management.
• Drive the transformation of commercial performance.
• Set up new projects and develop relevant cost breakdown structures.
• Offer oversight, review, and assurance on various cost-related aspects.

Pre-contract responsibilities

• Measure drawings and set up bills of quantities and cost estimates.
• Develop cost plans and estimates during the design phase, updating them at key design milestones.
• Provide commercial input into design optioneering and value engineering exercises.
• Review contractor and subcontractor pricing and negotiate fair contract prices on behalf of the client.

Post-contract responsibilities

• Perform quantity surveying, cost controls, and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage post-contract cost variances and change control processes effectively.
• Perform  contract management and administration functions as required by the specific contract conditions.
• Ensure efficient cost auditing and valuation processes, establishing robust cost validation procedures.
• Produce monthly cost reports for client presentation.
• Negotiate and finalise final accounts in a timely manner.
• Compile as-built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.

Key skills and competencies

Technical skills:

• Good knowledge and experience of Project Cost Management Systems.
• Proficient in advanced Excel and skilled in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Proficient in utilising AutoCAD or other design software for project analysis and evaluation.
• Strong attention to detail in cost estimation, reporting, and project analysis.
• Excellent knowledge of construction methods, materials and construction sequencing.
• Proficient in providing estimating and quantity surveying services in an engineering environment, particularly on high-profile or complex major projects or programs.
• Thorough understanding of project management, planning, risk assessment, and investment processes.
• Strong technical competency in cost management and estimating, with the ability to produce accurate and reliable estimates.
• In-depth knowledge of cost management systems and their benefits in project execution.
• Good knowledge of contract conditions and measuring standards of various types (FIDIC, NEC, COLTO, SANS etc.)

Leadership and management skills:

• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.
• Effective team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience in managing and leading large teams effectively.
• Successful setting and implementation of business strategies for cost control and optimisation.

Professional values:

• Time Management: Demonstrates the ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks and workload to consistently meet deadlines and deliverables.
• Safety Awareness: Maintaining a strong awareness of safety measures and ensuring a safe work environment for all team members.
• Effective Communication: Comfortable with asking questions and seeking clarification when unsure, avoiding assumptions and guesswork to maintain accuracy and clarity.
• Collaboration: Fostering collaborative and cooperative work environments.
• Professional Development: Commitment to personal and professional development through continuous self-improvement and seeking areas for growth.
• Ethical Conduct: Upholding professional ethics, integrity, and confidentiality in project management.
• Results-Oriented: Demonstrating commitment to delivering high-quality results and meeting project objectives.