Professional Quantity Surveyor

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• BSc Honours Quantity Surveying qualification from an accredited institution and/or registration with the SACQSP as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the quantity surveying profession and built environment.
• Meticulous, accurate, methodical, organised, systematic, flexible and adaptable in multi-tasking.
• A dynamic self-starter who can work independently & as a part of a team.
• Substantial professional experience related to the core issues in this job description.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.
• Demonstrated excellence and leadership in technical quantity surveying skills.
• Adept team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Superb organizational and management skills including the ability to manage numerous tasks simultaneously, working under pressure and meeting deadlines and arriving to work on time.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to keep calm and work in a fast-paced environment.
• General problem-solving skills.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carrying out normal duties and functions which occur within a professional Quantity Surveying office.
• Preparing estimates of construction costs.
• Carrying out feasibility studies.
• Advising on procurement strategy.
• Identifying potential financial or construction risks.
• Preparing tender documents, including bills of quantities.
• Negotiating with contractors and subcontractors.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with contractors and subcontractors.
• Attending site meetings and meetings with clients.
• Carrying out cost management of construction projects.
• Providing advice on contractual claims.
• Preparing valuations for issue of interim payment certificates.
• Preparing cost reports and reporting on the same.
• Preparing and concluding final accounts.
• Assisting clients with maintenance costs and facilities management.
• Complying with basic office rules and procedures.
• Attending all in-house training seminars and workshops, including presenting papers if so required.
• Working in conjunction with and managing other staff members.
• Ensuring compliance with the firm’s ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System and acquiring full knowledge of the relevant documentation and procedures.

To apply send your CV along with all relevant documents via email to info@gtchaane.co.za.