Quantity Surveyor at Power Construction (Pty) Ltd

• We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team. This position is suited to an individual who is commercially astute, detail-oriented and passionate about delivering successful construction projects through effective cost management, contractual administration and financial control.
• Working closely with Senior and Chief Quantity Surveyors, Site Management and Project Teams, you will play a key role in managing the commercial performance of projects from commencement through to final account while developing towards more senior commercial leadership positions.

Main Responsibilities:

Commercial and Cost Management

• Establish and maintain project budgets, cost codes and commercial control systems.
• Establish, monitor and maintain project costs, cost-to-completion forecasts and commercial performance.
• Analyse cost variances and identify commercial risks and cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, forecasts and management information.

Measurement, Valuations and Contract Administration

• Measure completed works and prepare progress valuations.
• Assess subcontractor claims and compile payment certificates.
• Reconcile measured quantities against procurement records and site progress.
• Monitor retentions, payment schedules and contractual payment obligations.

Procurement and Payment Management

• Support procurement processes through quantity verification and commercial evaluations.
• Reconcile quantities, delivery records and procurement documentation.
• Process subcontractor and supplier payment assessments and supporting documentation.
• Monitor commercial commitments and payment-related obligations.

Contract Administration & Commercial Risk

• Administer contracts in accordance with GCC, FIDIC and NEC principles.
• Prepare, evaluate and submit variations, claims, early warnings and delay notices.
• Maintain accurate variation, claims and commercial registers.
• Ensure contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Reporting & Stakeholder Management
• Liaise with clients, engineers, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Attend commercial and site progress meetings.
• Provide accurate commercial reporting to project management.
• Maintain complete commercial records and audit-ready documentation.

Leadership & Team Support

• Provide guidance to Junior Quantity Surveyors and Site Clerks where applicable.
• Promote commercial best practices across project teams.
• Contribute to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 years' Quantity Surveying experience.
• Successful involvement in the delivery of at least four diverse civil engineering and/or roads and earthworks construction projects.
• Proven experience in:
• Cost control and commercial reporting
• Quantity measurement and valuations
• Subcontractor administration
• Forecasting and budgeting
• Procurement support
• Contract administration and claims

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of:
• Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
• Cost control and forecasting
• Construction sequencing and programme integration
• Commercial reporting
• RIB Candy (CCS)
• Microsoft Excel
• RIB BuildSmart or similar package
• GCC, NEC and FIDIC contracts

Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Professional integrity and sound commercial judgement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.