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Our client in the Construction Project & Financial Management industry is currently looking for a Junior Quantity Surveyor or Estimator to be based in the Western Cape, Northern Suburbs area.

Position: Junior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Location: Bellville, Northern Suburbs, Western Cape

The Successful Candidate Must Have:

• Matric with a B.Tech or B.Sc degree in Quantity Surveying or a similar qualification.
• Minimum of 1-3 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Excellent computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook, Projects).
• Experience in CCS will be an advantage.
• Familiar with relevant contracts and standards such as JBCC 2000 Series, GCC (General Conditions of Contract).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Outstanding accuracy and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license.
• Own transport.

• Prepare elemental cost estimates based on architectural drawings, engineering estimates, materials required, and labour involved.
• Prepare tender and contractual documents, including bills of quantities.
• Evaluate tenders from contractors and subcontractors and negotiate where appropriate.
• Manage Contract Instructions & Variation orders during the Construction Phase.
• Manage Fortnightly & Monthly Valuation & Payment Certificates during the Construction Phase.
• Monitor and track project progress, measure and value variations, arrange interim payments, and finalize accounts.
• Conduct site visits and liaise with site managers and contractors/subcontractors.
• Measure subcontractor monthly valuations and final accounts.
• Work as part of a team to ensure client requirements are met.
• Produce accurate formal reports and follow procedures in accordance with the business.
• Communicate regularly with project staff and specialist subcontractors to ensure commercial controls are understood and followed.
• Produce accurate measurements, data transfers, formulations, and calculations.
• Work in a timely manner to avoid holding up adjacent teams and project progress.
• General administration tasks.
• Well-developed English & Afrikaans language skills (speak, read, and write).