SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR - CIVIL CONSTRUCTION

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take responsibility for the commercial and contractual management of civil construction projects. This role will suit a technically strong professional with solid experience in cost control, measurement, valuations, claims and contract administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of civil construction projects.
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Quantities, measurements and cost estimates.
• Conduct measurements and prepare monthly valuations and payment certificates.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and expenditure against contract values.
• Manage variations, claims, contractual adjustments and extension-of-time submissions.
• Review subcontractor measurements, valuations and payment claims.
• Prepare subcontractor orders, agreements and commercial documentation.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and contractual compliance.
• Reconcile project quantities, costs and expenditure.
• Prepare commercial reports and identify potential cost overruns and risks.
• Assist with tender pricing, cost estimates and tender documentation.
• Review drawings, specifications, scope of work and contract documentation.
• Prepare and negotiate final accounts with clients and subcontractors.
• Provide commercial support to Contract Managers and site teams.

Requirements

• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification.
• 5–8 years' relevant experience within the civil construction industry.
• Proven commercial management experience on civil construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of measurement, valuations, variations, claims and final accounts.
• Sound knowledge of construction contracts and contractual administration.
• Experience in roads, earthworks, pipelines, bulk water, reservoirs, stormwater or municipal infrastructure will be advantageous.
• SACQSP professional registration will be advantageous.
• Excellent Excel and general computer skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and Bills of Quantities.
• Valid driver's licence.

Key Competencies

• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Excellent numerical and analytical ability.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong negotiation, communication and contract administration skills.
• Effective planning and organisational ability.
• Strong commercial risk identification and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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