Quantity Surveyor

Recruiter:

Merand Corbett & Associates

Job Ref:

CPT002192/Antz

Date posted:

Friday, March 20, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client, an established and upmarket construction and consulting company based in Cape Town, is seeking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator. This role is suited to a highly skilled professional who can meet the high standards and deliver excellence in a demanding environment.

POSITION INFO:

Requirements & Experience:

QS Qualification (BSc/BTech)
Minimum 10 years’ industry experience
Proven experience in upmarket residential construction
Predominantly main building contractor experience
Strong tendering, BOQ pricing, compiling and pricing of bills of quantities (Excel essential)
Experience with Candy CCS
Knowledge of JBCC contract administration (EOTs, variations, progress claims)
Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure
Valid RSA driver’s license & own transport
Based in or near the Atlantic Seaboard / CBD / Southern Suburbs
Position is site-based
Candidates with primarily PQS firm experience will not be considered

Key Duties:

Tender pricing & quantity take-offs
Compiling and pricing bills of quantities (BOQs)
Subcontractor procurement & appointments
Progress claims & measurement
Programme management
Cost control, variations & EOT administration
Site involvement and basic site management
Strong communication with clients, subcontractors, and internal team

Personal Attributes:

Positive, professional, and approachable
Strong communication skills
Fast-thinking, solution-driven, and well organised

*ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*

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