Professional Quantity Surveyor

A leading multi-disciplinary consulting firm is seeking to appoint aProfessional Quantity Surveyorto join its growing team in Stellenbosch. The successful candidate will form part of a dynamic Quantity Surveying Department and work closely with Architecture Engineering and Project Management teams across a diverse portfolio of projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for a professionally registered Quantity Surveyor who is passionate about delivering high-quality cost management and commercial advisory services within the built environment. The organisation fosters a professional ethical and collaborative working environment where innovation teamwork and technical excellence are highly valued.

Responsibilities:

Cost Planning & Estimating

Review and evaluate design documentation and project requirements.
Prepare preliminary and detailed cost estimates for projects.
Conduct feasibility studies viability assessments and cost planning exercises.
Prepare damage costings and determine value-at-risk assessments where required.

Contract Documentation & Procurement

Compile Bills of Quantities and contract documentation.
Assist with procurement processes and tender documentation.
Conduct financial evaluation and analysis of tenders.
Support contract negotiations and procurement strategies.

Cost Management & Contract Administration

Administer project cash flow forecasts and cost reports.
Prepare valuations variation orders and contractual claims.
Monitor project expenditure and cost control measures.
Prepare review and negotiate final accounts.
Ensure contractual compliance throughout project lifecycles.

Project Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement

Attend client consultant and project meetings.
Liaise and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including Project Managers Architects Engineers and Quantity Surveyors.
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Provide professional cost and commercial advice throughout project delivery.

Requirements:

BTech or BSc Degree in Quantity Surveying.
Professional Registration as a is essential.
Minimum 45 years post-registration experience within a Quantity Surveying environment.
Experience of up to 610 years will be advantageous.
Valid drivers licence.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in WINQS.
Experience using DIMX.
Strong Microsoft Word skills.
Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.

Skills:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team environment.
Leadership and mentoring ability.
Adaptability and flexibility.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Strong emotional intelligence and professional maturity.
Excellent time management and organisational skills.
Conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
Strong client relationship management skills.
Negotiation and commercial acumen.
Analytical and creative thinking capabilities.
Strong budgeting estimating procurement and cost control skills.
Commitment to quality assurance and professional excellence.