Senior Quantity Surveyor at Kentz - Member of the SNC Lavalin Group

Job Description

SNC-Lavalin are looking for a QS for a project based in Secunda. Project will be from 6-8 months so candidates must be available to start immediately.

The role is to assist in the preparation of up to date Costs / Estimates in the form of Concept Reports / Bill of Quantities to the Client’s Professional Quantity Surveyor, issue monthly valuations, report all variations on a regular basis throughout the contract, and interface with the Client directly when and as required.

Education & Skills

• A minimum of 7-10 years’ experience in a QS role, specifically within the construction / petrochemical sector
• Must have a completed professional qualification in QS / Economics / Construction / Building
• Must have a solid understanding of mechanical and piping activities on site
• Must be experienced with working on MS Office software packages
• Analytical skills associated with developing and utilizing performance measures and cost savings
• Strong communication and negotiation skills essential

Responsibilities

• Validate tender following award of project with the Project Manager.
• Assist in preparation of project CPS by analyzing the tender and project requirements.
• Prepare cash flow by analyzing the timing of sales and costs.
• Compile monthly reports in accordance with Company standard procedures.
• Where applicable carry out site measures with the Site Manager in accordance with contractual procedures.
• Ensure timeously submission of claims in accordance with provisions of contract.
• Ensure that areas of concern are highlighted relating to contract costs, sales and margins.
• Draft pre and post contract correspondence in conjunction with Project Managers.
• Compile SE Ratio reports in conjunction with Site Managers.
• Identify if material purchases are scope or variation.
• To ensure that the setup of site administration procedures which are drafted by taking cognizance of client / company requirements.
• Ensure control of client invoicing by submission of invoices and tracking.
• Administer payments to subcontractors and suppliers by reviewing submissions in terms of contracts with Sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Ensure relevant legislation in relation to financial administration as compiled.
• Resolve disputes in relation to client / subcontractor issues.
• Prepare reports on commercial and contractual issues for the Project and Commercial
• Manager.
• Monitor site procurement on receipt of regular reports.
• Worker TypeEmployeeJob TypeContractual (Fixed Term)