
Cost Construction Administrator
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Quarterly performance bonuses - your hard work deserves to be rewarded!
- Above-market salaries - we ensure our remuneration stays competitive.
- Long service leave - we appreciate and recognize your dedication.
- Onsite Barista - enjoy free hot drinks (coffee, hot chocolate, etc)! ☕
- Subsidised vending machine snacks - quick energy boosts when you need them.
- Discounted internet (ISP) packages - stay connected at a reduced cost.
- Fixed flexi-time (06:30 - 18:30) - supporting work-life balance.
- Subsidised parking - making your commute hassle-free.
- Request quotes from contractors based on project plans.
- Work with the Site Foreman to compile supplier order sheets.
- Prepare budgets using quotes and order sheets, and submit them for approval by the Director and CEO.
- Monitor budgets regularly and update them with any variations (VOs).
- Keep relevant parties informed about potential high-risk items.
- Ordering & Procurement
- Place purchase orders for all contractors and suppliers based on approved quotes.
- Ensure purchase orders are sent out on time.
- Maintain and regularly update an order tracking system.
- Follow up with contractors or suppliers when necessary to avoid delays.
- Extras Management
- Receive and file extras documentation.
- Discuss with the Village Manager which extras should be approved and cost.
- Request quotes for extras from contractors and compile them for approval.
- Ensure extras are accurately cost, approved, and payments are tracked.
- Work with the architect to ensure approved extras are updated in plans and communicated to the site team.
- Payments & Financial Tracking
- Prepare fortnightly and month-end payments for Director approval.
- Verify that invoices match purchase orders and completion forms.
- Resolve any discrepancies or disputes with contractors.
- Ensure payments are checked and processed accurately and on time.
- Matric and a relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar.
- Proven experience in construction administration, ideally in residential developments.
- Strong understanding of plans, programs, and project workflows.
- Solid knowledge of project management processes.
- Strong numerical ability and financial acumen with excellent attention to detail.
- Confident with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.) and quick to learn new systems.
- Highly organised, accurate, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
- Deadline-driven, thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Clear and professional communicator, both written and verbal.
- Self-motivated, disciplined, and proactive in finding solutions.
- Collaborative team player with strong relationship-building skills.
- Clear health, criminal, and credit record.
- Two written references.