Professional Quantity Surveyor

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AECOM
Cape Town
USD 50 000 - 90 000
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3 days ago
Job description

The Senior Quantity Surveyor acts as project leader supervising and delivering all aspects of cost management from the inception of a project through to completion. Is intrinsically involved in projects and ensures effective delivery input of others. Guides Candidate Quantity Surveyors and independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete design works.

Technical Excellence :

  • Facilitates over and coordinates small midsize projects
  • Liaises with the Project Executive and the client body to establish and implement a clear project brief
  • Accountable for a variety of complex deliverables throughout the lifecycle of a project
  • Briefs the team on the project scope to ensure roles and responsibilities are understood
  • Manages the resources on a project and within the established budget
  • Complies with all QA requirements and benchmarks project data
  • Working in conjunction with Executives to assist with the management of the office.

Client Relationship Management :

  • Begins to build and maintain client relationships.
  • Attends client meetings as technical support to gather information and discuss project requirements explain / defend work etc.
  • Participates in the development and preparation of bids and proposals
  • Presents solutions to clients in a professional and technically competent manner.

Core Responsibilities :

  • Accountable for a variety of complex tasks covering :
  • Show interest towards or have experience in the MEP side of Quantity surveying.
  • Mechanical: HVAC Systems Fire Protection Fire Detection.
  • Electrical: Lighting Small Power MV and LV Installations Containment.
  • Plumbing & Piping and the like.
  • Willing and eager to learn.
  • Professional work etiquette at all times.
  • Conducts surveys to ascertain the locations of natural features and humanmade structures on the earth's surface underground and underwater using electronic distancemeasuring equipment and other surveying instruments.
  • Operates and manages land information computer systems performs tasks such as storing data making inquiries and producing plots and reports.
  • Reviews information from survey teams regarding measurement of distances directions angles between points and elevation of points lines and contours on above and below the earth's surface.
  • Researches legal records looks for evidence of previous boundaries and analyzes the data to determine the location of boundary lines.
  • Records the results of surveys verifies the accuracy of data and prepares plots maps and reports.
  • An experienced professional with a general understanding of the area of specialization.
  • Normally receives instruction on routine work.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements :

  • Years of experience: 5-10 years in a similar role post-graduation.
  • Must be a Professional registered Quantity Surveyor with the SACQSP.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • BSc / BTech (Quantity Surveying) or BSc Quantity Surveying (Hons).

Additional Information :

About AECOM :

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options wellbeing resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public and private sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.

What makes AECOM a great place to work :

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills :

Data Center Experience, Google Docs, Cost Management, Construction Estimating, Construction Experience, Management Experience, Land Surveying, Microsoft Excel, Team Management, Auto Estimating, Contracts, Google Suite.

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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