Senior Quantity Surveyor (Building Construction) - CPT

Hire Resolve's client, a well-established and dynamic construction company known for delivering high-quality residential and commercial building projects, is currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Cape Town. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing cost control processes across multiple projects while leading and developing a team of Quantity Surveyors. This is a pivotal position reporting directly to the Contracts Director and offers the opportunity to influence project profitability at a strategic level.

Responsibilities

Pre-Contract Duties:

• Review and analyse contract documentation and tender information.

• Populate Contract BOQ into CCS and manage subcontract package repricing and negotiations.

• Finalise PandG savings in collaboration with the Project Manager and Contracts Director.

• Identify and act on urgent appointments and early purchasing needs.

• Oversee the subcontract appointment process, ensuring complete and compliant documentation.

Project Cost Control:

• Manage a team of Quantity Surveyors at varying levels of experience.

• Oversee and approve monthly claims, including measurement confirmations and valuation sign-offs.

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and verify BOQ alignment.

• Identify, price, and submit variations and additional work.

• Support the preparation of EOT claims and remeasurement processes.

• Manage timelines from claim to payment, including subcontractor payments and contra charges.

• Monitor procurement efficiency, wastage control, and enforce cost-saving measures.

• Finalise accounts in collaboration with the Contracts Director and Senior PM.

• Prepare and lead monthly cost reporting, clearly explaining variances.

Requirements

Academic:

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.

Experience:

• 6–8 years in Quantity Surveying, with at least 2–3 years in a senior QS role.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CCS, and Buildsmart.

• Deep understanding of building trades and construction methods.

• Solid knowledge of construction materials, lead times, quantities, and application.

• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, including bending schedules.

• Strong leadership, delegation, and team management capabilities.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality output.

Benefits

• Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Lisa Meyer at lisa.meyer@hireresolve.us
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• We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.