Contracts Administrator (Junior QS) at Lycopodium

• Lycopodium is currently recruiting for a Contracts Administrator (Junior Quantity Surveyor) to join our growing Project Services team in Cape Town, South Africa. 

The tasks you'll perform

• Assisting in the preparation, and management of contracts and contractual documents.
• Sound knowledge and practical experience with NEC and FIDIC standard forms of contracts. 
• Assist in the preparation of accurate cost estimates, budgets, for construction projects 
• Ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions 
• Maintaining accurate and organized contract records and documentation 
• Preparing and issuing progress reports and payment certificates. 
• Assisting in handling contract variations, extensions, and claims. 
• Assisting in the valuation of completed work for interim and final payments. 
• Supports the preparation of tender documentation, adjudication processes, and bid evaluations. 
• Reviewing and validating contractor and subcontractor invoices and claims. 
• Ensures all contractual and commercial activities are conducted ethically and in ine with company values and industry best practices.  
• Assists in the development and implementation of procedures and standards related to contract administration and commercial management. 

The expertise you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying (minimum) or related. 
• 3-5 years proven contracts administration experience in construction/mining. 
• South African Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Cape Town based.
• Knowledge of NEC and FIDIC contract forms. 
• Preparation and management of contracts, budgets, cost estimates, and payment certificates.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint). 
• Ability to manage contract documentation, including variations, site instructions, and claims. 
• Understanding of tendering and contract law practices.
• Experience validating invoices and handling contract claims and extensions.

Deadline:30th January,2026