Quantity Surveyor (Stellenbosch)

SUMMARY:
Our client is a property development company creating a new standard for both residential and retirement estates in South Africa. They have position available for a Quantity Surveyor based in Stellenbosch.

Minimum Requirements:
The individual appointed in the position of QS will be required to have met the following minimum requirements, in that they should: 

• Have acquired the relevant QS qualification (minimum ND Building / QS). 
• Have knowledge of the Standard System of Measuring Building Work. 
• Be able to read and comprehend construction working drawings. 
• Be able to extract quantities accurately from construction drawings. 
• Have construction knowledge and 2 - 4 years post qualification work experience. 
• Have thorough understanding of construction drawings ensuring logical sequencing of construction activities. 
• Be capable of accurate measurement work, ensuring correct quantities of materials secured for projects. 
• Produce monthly valuations / certifications 
• Prepare monthly cost report where cost versus allowable can be scrutinised. 
• Have a strong command of the JBCC contract law. 
• Have knowledge of development processes.  
• Be able to function in a team environment.

• 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.
• Assist the site management teams by the provision of construction activity programs. 
• Certification and assessment of sub-contractors invoices / claims and process for payment.
• Liaising and assisting the Accounts department in compiling budget.

POSITION INFO:
Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.