QUANTITY SURVEYOR - CENTURION

Centurion, Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

16 days ago

Position Overview:The QS is a key member of the construction team and is required to assist in the management of the various projects to within the predetermined costs budgets and build time frames. This position requires the incumbent to be proficient in the extraction of quantities from architectural drawings and the compiling of Bills of Quantities to provide accurate cost data. A decent knowledge of industry pricing standards is required. Thorough knowledge of sub-contractor payment claim procedures is also required. Key to this position is the ability to interact professionally with consultants, sub-contractors and work colleagues.Responsibilities:New Construction Projects

Accurately and timeously undertake quantity measures to perform cost estimates
Manage and achieve maximum cost effectiveness of the building work by proactive involvement in subcontractor control and budget management
To derive the best value from subcontractors and suppliers
Commercial vetting of sub-contractor tendered prices and terms
Certification and assess sub-contractors invoices / claims and processing payment
Timely negotiation and conclusion of contractor final accounts
Liaise and assist Senior Quantity Surveyor in compiling budget performance and reforecasts
Prepare and monitor project cashflow forecasts

Operational Department assistance

Assist with tenant installation cost estimates and building alteration work
Assist and give guidance with the tenant installation work by
Involvement in subcontractor control and budget management
Assist with cost estimates for redevelopment of existing buildings
To derive the best value from subcontractors and suppliers.
Commercial vetting of sub-contractor tendered prices and terms
Certification and assessing sub-contractors invoices / claims and processing payment
Prepare and monitor project cashflow forecasts.

Requirements:

Have relevant QS qualification.

Knowledge and skills:

Know the Standard System of Measuring Building Work
Read and comprehend construction working drawings
Be able to extract quantities accurately from construction drawings
Have construction knowledge and minimum 5 years post qualification work experience
Accurate measurement work ensuring correct quantities of materials secured for the projects
Have a fair command of the JBCC contract law
Be able to function in a team environment

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