Senior Quantity Surveyor (Mining)

Recruiter:

Hlabahlosile

Job Ref:

Trudie

Date posted:

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Location:

pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Salary:

Annual Salary

SUMMARY:
Responsible for full commercial and cost management of mining projects, ensuring financial control, contractual compliance, and value optimisation across the project lifecycle.

POSITION INFO:

Site-based / Hybrid / Office-based (depending on project requirements)

Key Responsibilities

Manage project budgets, forecasts, cost reports, and cash flow
Control expenditure and identify cost risks and opportunities
Administer contracts (EPC, EPCM, remeasurement, schedules of rates)
Prepare and negotiate variations, claims, and final accounts
Support procurement, tender evaluations, and subcontract management
Produce monthly cost reports and provide commercial advice to leadership
Ensure compliance with contracts, company procedures, and mining standards

Requirements

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related
8 years or more QS experience with strong mining project exposure
Proven experience managing large contracts and complex budgets
Solid contract law knowledge and advanced cost reporting skills
Platinum Mine Experience

Advantageous

Professional registration (RICS, AIQS, CIOB, or equivalent)
Experience mentoring junior staff

Key Skills

Strong commercial and financial acumen
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder communication skills
Detail-driven, analytical, and solutions-focused
Able to work independently in high-risk, demanding environments

HSE

Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance

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