Jnr Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator

Our client works within the high-end residential construction industry. They are based in Protea Valley in Bellville and are seeking a hands-on QA or Estimator who would be keen to work on-site and learn from a seasoned and well-respected QS.

The role would entail the following:

1. Prepare elemental cost estimates based on the architectural drawings, engineering estimates, materials required, and labour involved.
2. Prepare tender and contractual documents, including bills of quantities.
3. Evaluate tenders from contractors and subcontractors and, where appropriate, negotiate with the contractors.
4. Management of Contract Instructions & Variation orders during Construction Phase.
5. Management of Fortnightly & Monthly Valuation & Payment Certificates during Construction Phase.
6. Monitor and track project progress. Responsible for measuring and valuing variations in the work during the contract, arranging interim payments, and finalizing the account.
7. Site visits and liaise with site managers and contractors/sub-contractors.
8. Measurement of subcontractor monthly valuations and final accounts.
9. Work as part of a team to ensure that the requirements of the client are delivered.
10. Manage and produce accurate formal reports, and follow procedures and instructions in accordance with the business.
11. Communicate regularly with project staff and specialist subcontractors to ensure commercial controls are in place, understood, and always followed.
12. Produce accurate measuring, data transfers, formulations, and calculations.
13. Work in a well-timed manner not to hold up the adjacent teams and project progress.

Minimum requirements:

1. B Tech or BSc degree in quantity surveying or construction.
2. 1 - 3 years experience as QS.
3. Experience in CS will be advantageous.
4. Familiar with relevant contracts and standards such as JBCC 2000 series, GCC.