Current Vacancies at Marvel Placement Consultant

Project Administrator – Mining

• One of our clients in the mining industry is seeking an experienced Project Administrator to provide dedicated administrative and coordination support to the Mine Manager at a mining operation based in Balfour, Mpumalanga.
• This is a full-time, site-based position suited to a highly organised and detail-oriented Project Administrator who has previous experience working directly within a mining environment.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative, reporting, document control and coordination support to the Mine Manager and the broader mining/project team.
• The role requires someone who is comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment and understands the administrative requirements, processes and standards associated with mining projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• A relevant qualification in Project Administration, Business Administration, Office Administration, Project Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' Project Administration experience within the mining industry.
• Previous experience providing administrative support to a Mine Manager, Mining Manager, Project Manager, Engineering Manager or senior mining management is highly advantageous.
• Proven experience working on a mine site or within a mining operation.
• Strong understanding of mining project administration, reporting and document management.
• Experience with project documentation, meeting coordination, action registers and reporting.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Experience working with mining/project management systems.
• Must be comfortable working full-time on-site in Balfour, Mpumalanga.

Important: Candidates must have direct mining Project Administration experience. General administration, construction administration or office administration experience without mining exposure will not be considered.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Project & Mine Manager Administration

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Mine Manager.
• Manage the Mine Manager's diary, meetings, appointments and site commitments.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparation of agendas and supporting documentation.
• Prepare meeting minutes, action lists and follow up on outstanding actions.
• Coordinate communication between the Mine Manager, project teams, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive operational and commercial information.

Mining Project Administration

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to mining projects and operational activities.
• Maintain project registers, trackers, schedules and administrative records.
• Assist with monitoring project milestones, deliverables and outstanding actions.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure information is readily accessible.
• Assist with project reporting and compilation of management reports.
• Track project-related correspondence, approvals and outstanding documentation.
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of project documentation.

Document Control & Reporting

• Maintain structured electronic and hard-copy filing systems.
• Ensure project and operational documents are correctly filed, version-controlled and distributed.
• Compile weekly and monthly reports for the Mine Manager and management team.
• Maintain registers for correspondence, actions, submissions, approvals and project deliverables.
• Assist with preparing presentations, spreadsheets and management reports.
• Ensure documentation is accurate, current and available for audits or management review.

Contractor & Stakeholder Coordination

• Assist with contractor and supplier administration.
• Maintain contractor documentation and relevant project records.
• Coordinate meetings and communication with contractors, consultants and service providers.
• Follow up on outstanding documentation, submissions and actions.
• Assist with tracking contractor deliverables and project-related requirements.

Procurement & Financial Administration

• Assist with purchase requisitions, purchase orders and procurement documentation.
• Maintain procurement trackers and follow up on outstanding orders.
• Assist with invoice and supporting-document administration.
• Maintain records relating to project expenditure and commitments.
• Assist with budget and cost-reporting administration where required.

Compliance & Site Administration

• Support the Mine Manager with administrative requirements relating to mining compliance and site procedures.
• Maintain records required for internal and external audits.
• Assist with ensuring project documentation complies with company standards and procedures.
• Coordinate required submissions and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate records relating to site activities, meetings and project requirements.

Closing Date: 30 October 2026.

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Debtors Administrator / Key Accounts Coordinator – Finance

• Our client, a well-established company based in Lynnwood, Pretoria, is seeking an experienced and motivated Debtors Administrator / Key Accounts Coordinator to join their team.
• The successful candidate will initially focus on debtors administration, collections, reconciliations and client account management, with the opportunity to progress into a Key Accounts Coordinator role managing their own portfolio of clients and developing long-term client relationships.
• The ideal candidate will be organised, detail-oriented and confident when dealing with customers, professionals and internal stakeholders. This position offers a strong long-term growth opportunity for an individual who is interested in developing their career within both finance and client relationship management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 3–5 years' relevant experience in a Debtors, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control or similar finance role.
• Proven experience managing debtor accounts, outstanding balances and collections.
• Strong knowledge of account reconciliations, payment follow-ups and debt collection procedures.
• Experience with age analysis and monitoring outstanding accounts will be advantageous.
• Strong reconciliation and account management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Professional telephone etiquette and confidence when dealing with customers.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong problem-solving and query-resolution abilities.
• Previous experience dealing with professional clients or senior stakeholders will be advantageous.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Debtors Administration & Collections

• Follow up on outstanding and overdue accounts via telephone and email.
• Manage collections and follow up on outstanding payment commitments.
• Negotiate and monitor payment arrangements where required.
• Reconcile client accounts and investigate discrepancies and outstanding queries.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date debtor records.
• Prepare debtors reports, age analysis and account statements.
• Monitor outstanding balances and ensure accounts are followed up within agreed payment terms.
• Maintain accurate records of customer communication and collection activities.
• Escalate problematic or long-outstanding accounts when required.

Account Management & Reconciliations

• Manage and maintain accurate client account information.
• Allocate and monitor customer payments.
• Investigate and resolve invoice, payment and account discrepancies.
• Liaise with internal departments to resolve account-related queries.
• Monitor account activity and identify potential collection concerns.
• Provide accurate information regarding outstanding accounts and payment progress.

Key Accounts Coordination – Growth Opportunity

• Progress into managing an allocated portfolio of key clients.
• Build and maintain strong, professional client relationships.
• Act as a key point of contact between clients and the business.
• Coordinate client queries and ensure prompt resolution.
• Monitor account performance, payment trends and client requirements.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure client needs are addressed efficiently.
• Identify opportunities to improve client service, retention and account management.
• Take ownership of an independent client portfolio as the role develops.

General Administration & Team Support

• Maintain accurate and confidential financial and client records.
• Liaise with Key Account Coordinators and internal departments regarding account-related matters.
• Assist with general finance and administrative duties as required.
• Contribute to improving internal debtors and account management processes.
• Ensure all customer and financial information is handled with appropriate confidentiality.

Preferred Attributes:

• Client-focused and proactive.
• Confident and professional when dealing with customers, professionals and senior stakeholders.
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Organised, accountable and results-driven.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Eager to develop into a client-facing Key Accounts role.

Closing Date: 31 Oct 2026

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Project Engineer / Engineering Manager

• Our client, a leading project services and engineering organisation, is seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Engineering Manager to join its professional project team.
• The position will be based in Irene, Centurion, and will be responsible for providing engineering leadership and technical oversight across multidisciplinary projects from design and planning through procurement, construction and commissioning.
• The successful candidate will work closely with clients, consultants, contractors and internal project teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with the required scope, quality, cost and schedule requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Engineering or Engineering Technology degree, preferably Mechanical, Electrical or Civil or any field related to bulk infrastructure
• Minimum 10 years' relevant engineering and project experience, preferably within mining, minerals processing, industrial or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in project engineering, engineering management and multidisciplinary project execution.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer OR Professional Engineering Technologist
• Proven experience managing engineering activities through design, procurement, construction and commissioning phases.
• Experience leading or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering and construction packages.
• Strong understanding of project scope, cost, schedule, quality, risk and technical deliverables.
• Experience reviewing and approving engineering designs, technical specifications, contractor proposals and engineering deliverables.
• Experience with brownfield and/or greenfield project environments.
• Strong understanding of engineering interfaces between mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, process and other project disciplines.
• Experience working with EPCM, project services, mining or owner-team environments.
• Previous experience within the mining, minerals processing or heavy industrial sectors will be advantageous.
• Experience with project controls, procurement, cost management and project reporting.
• Experience managing engineering and construction contractors and technical service providers.
• Strong knowledge of applicable engineering standards, legislation, safety requirements and industry best practice.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project management qualification will be advantageous.
• Management or leadership development qualification will be advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, technical, leadership, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Valid South African driver's licence.
• Willingness to travel to project sites when required.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Engineering Management & Technical Leadership

• Lead and coordinate engineering activities across multidisciplinary projects from concept, feasibility and detailed design through procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Provide technical leadership to engineering teams and ensure engineering deliverables meet project requirements.
• Review engineering designs, specifications, technical reports, calculations, drawings and other engineering deliverables.
• Ensure engineering solutions are practical, fit-for-purpose, safe and aligned with applicable standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate engineering interfaces between mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, process and other disciplines.
• Provide technical input into project planning, execution strategies and constructability reviews.
• Identify engineering risks, technical constraints and potential design or execution issues and ensure appropriate mitigation measures are implemented.
• Support technical decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Project Execution & Management

• Manage engineering and technical activities in line with approved scope, budget, schedule, quality and project objectives.
• Lead engineering inputs during project planning, procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Coordinate engineering resources, contractors, consultants and specialist service providers.
• Monitor progress against project milestones and identify potential delays or technical constraints.
• Review contractor and supplier proposals and provide technical recommendations.
• Support procurement activities through the preparation and review of technical specifications, tender documentation and technical evaluations.
• Monitor the technical performance of engineering and construction packages.
• Participate in and lead project reviews, progress meetings, technical meetings and stakeholder engagements.
• Ensure effective coordination between engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning teams.

Project Controls, Cost & Reporting

• Provide engineering input into project budgets, cost estimates and execution schedules.
• Monitor Engineering performance against scope, cost, schedule & quality.
• Identify deviations and support the implementation of corrective and recovery actions.
• Provide accurate technical and project information for project controls and management reporting.
• Review project risks, opportunities, changes and technical impacts.
• Support change management, variation assessments and technical evaluations.
• Ensure appropriate engineering documentation, records and project controls are maintained.
• Contribute to project performance reporting for clients and senior management.

Procurement, Construction & Commissioning

• Provide technical support throughout the procurement and contractor appointment process.
• Review supplier and contractor documentation for compliance with project requirements.
• Provide engineering support during construction and resolve technical queries and site-related engineering issues.
• Participate in inspections, technical reviews, site walks and construction progress assessments.
• Ensure engineering requirements are effectively communicated to contractors and construction teams.
• Support commissioning planning and execution and ensure engineering deliverables are completed prior to handover.
• Assist with punch-list management, completion activities and final project handover.
• Ensure lessons learned and project close-out information are captured and incorporated into future projects.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal project teams.
• Act as a senior technical point of contact for engineering-related matters.
• Present technical information, project progress and engineering recommendations to stakeholders.
• Understand client requirements and ensure engineering deliverables are aligned with agreed project objectives.
• Manage technical queries and facilitate effective resolution of engineering and project issues.
• Participate in client meetings, project reviews, design reviews and progress meetings.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all engineering and project activities comply with applicable health, safety, environmental, quality and engineering requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture throughout engineering and project execution activities.
• Ensure engineering designs and project deliverables comply with relevant legislation, standards, specifications and client requirements.
• Identify and manage technical and project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support quality assurance and quality control processes across engineering and project execution.
• Ensure non-conformances, technical deviations and design issues are appropriately investigated and closed out.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering and project execution processes.

Closing Date: 30 Nov 2026

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Junior to Intermediate Document Controller – Mining

• One of our clients in the mining industry is seeking a Junior to Intermediate Document Controller to provide document control, project administration, reporting and coordination support to the project team. The position is based at the client’s offices in Bryanston, Johannesburg, and will report directly to the Senior Document Controller.
• This is a full-time office-based position suited to a highly organised, detail-oriented individual with strong document control skills and an interest in developing their career within a mining and project environment.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate project documentation, document registers, version control, document distribution, reporting and general project coordination support.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant qualification in Document Control, Project Administration, Business Administration, Office Administration, Project Management or a related field.
• Approximately 2–5 years' experience in Document Control, Project Administration or a similar project support role.
• Previous experience within the mining, engineering, construction, EPCM or project environment.
• Practical experience in document control and document management.
• Strong understanding of document registers, version control, document distribution and filing procedures.
• Experience managing technical and project documentation.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word.
• Experience with document management systems or project management systems will be advantageous.
• Must be willing and able to work full-time from the client's offices in Bryanston, Johannesburg.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Document Control

• Maintain and manage project document control systems and processes.
• Maintain accurate document registers and databases.
• Receive, register, distribute and track project documentation.
• Ensure documents are correctly named, numbered, filed and version-controlled.
• Manage document revisions and ensure the latest approved versions are available to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain electronic and hard-copy filing systems.
• Track document submissions, reviews, approvals and outstanding documentation.
• Distribute controlled documents to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure obsolete or superseded documents are appropriately archived.
• Assist with maintaining document control procedures in accordance with company and project requirements.
• Ensure project documentation is accurate, complete and readily accessible.
• Assist with document audits and information retrieval when required.

Project Documentation & Administration

• Provide administrative support to the project team as required.
• Assist with maintaining project registers, trackers and schedules.
• Maintain registers for correspondence, submissions, approvals, actions and deliverables.
• Assist with preparing and distributing project meeting documentation.
• Take and distribute meeting minutes where required.
• Maintain action registers and follow up on outstanding actions.
• Assist with general project correspondence and document-related queries.
• Support the Senior Document Controller with project administration requirements.

Reporting

• Assist with the preparation of weekly and monthly project reports.
• Compile and maintain information required for project reporting.
• Update project trackers and spreadsheets.
• Prepare document control status reports.
• Track outstanding submissions, approvals and deliverables.
• Provide accurate document control information to the project team and management.
• Assist with preparing presentations and management reports where required.

Contractor & Stakeholder Coordination

• Receive and manage documentation from contractors, consultants, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
• Ensure contractor and supplier documentation is submitted in the required format.
• Track outstanding documentation and follow up with relevant parties.
• Assist with document distribution to contractors and consultants.
• Maintain accurate records of project correspondence and submissions.
• Liaise professionally with internal and external stakeholders regarding documentation requirements.

Procurement & Project Support

• Assist with the administration of procurement-related documentation.
• Maintain records of purchase requisitions, purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Assist with tracking procurement documentation and outstanding submissions.
• Maintain project records relating to contractors, suppliers and consultants.
• Assist the project team with general administrative and coordination requirements.

Compliance & Records Management

• Ensure project documentation complies with company and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate records for audit and management purposes.
• Ensure confidential and commercially sensitive information is appropriately managed.
• Assist with document archiving and project close-out activities.
• Maintain a structured and professional document management environment.

Closing Date: 5 Nov 2026

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Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Our client is a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy providing specialist expertise across project delivery, project controls, engineering management, commercial management, assurance and advisory services.
• They are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong mining industry experience to join their professional team in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town, Western Cape. 
• The successful candidate will be responsible for providing commercial and quantity surveying expertise across mining and engineering projects, from project initiation through to completion.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related relevant qualification (essential).
• Minimum 8–10 years’ relevant Quantity Surveying experience.
• Proven and substantial experience within the mining industry (essential).
• Experience working on mining, minerals processing, infrastructure, engineering or capital projects.
• Strong understanding of the full quantity surveying and commercial management lifecycle.
• Experience with cost estimating, budgeting, cost control, forecasting and reporting.
• Proven experience in BOQ preparation, measurement, valuations and variation management.
• Experience with contract administration and commercial management.
• Strong knowledge of construction and engineering contracts, with exposure to FIDIC, NEC, JBCC or similar contracts advantageous.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant QS/commercial software.
• Excellent analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Willingness to travel to mining and project sites when required.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management

• Provide senior-level quantity surveying and commercial management support across mining and engineering projects.
• Prepare and review cost estimates, budgets, forecasts and financial reports.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost plans and project cost documentation.
• Undertake measurement and valuation of work completed.
• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and identify cost variances.
• Provide accurate and timely cost reporting and forecasting to project stakeholders.
• Assess and manage variations, claims and commercial risks.
• Review contractor applications for payment and prepare payment certificates where required.
• Assist with the preparation and evaluation of tenders, quotations and commercial submissions.
• Conduct commercial evaluations and provide recommendations to project management and clients.

Contract & Project Management

• Provide commercial input throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility and design through procurement, construction and close-out.
• Assist with contract administration and ensure contractual obligations are effectively managed.
• Monitor contractor performance and commercial compliance.
• Identify potential commercial and contractual risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Support negotiations with contractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and provide expert QS/commercial input.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, consultants and internal project teams.
• Provide professional commercial advice to clients and project management teams.
• Present cost information, forecasts and commercial reports to senior stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, project controls, project management and other multidisciplinary teams.

Closing Date: 6 Nov 2026

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Pre-Contract Specialist (Contracts & Legal Support) 

• A leading platinum and chrome producer is seeking an experienced Pre-Contract Specialist to join its Contracts & Legal Support function, reporting to the Contracts Manager.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all pre-contract activities from initiation of the procurement process through to contract award and handover, ensuring that Scopes of Work, tender documentation, contractual terms, commercial requirements and supplier/contractor qualifications are appropriately reviewed, clarified and aligned prior to contract award.
• The role requires close collaboration with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement and other relevant stakeholders to identify and manage contractual and commercial risks, facilitate contractual clarifications and negotiations, and ensure contracts are concluded in accordance with the Company's governance requirements, approved contracting strategies and standard terms and conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree, BTech or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, LLB or a related discipline.
• A recognised qualification at NQF Level 7 or above is mandatory.
• Demonstrable experience in contract preparation, tender and bid review, contractual clarifications, contract negotiations and contractual risk management within mining, EPCM, construction or project environments.
• Practical working knowledge of construction and/or engineering contracts, including FIDIC or comparable standard forms of contract.
• Experience reviewing tender and contract documentation and Scopes of Work.
• Experience preparing and reviewing contracts and contractual schedules.
• Experience managing contractual deviation and clarification registers.
• Experience conducting contractual clarification meetings and supporting commercial and contractual negotiations.
• Experience working with Engineers, Project Managers and Procurement teams and managing multiple contract packages concurrently.
• Experience preparing contracts for execution and facilitating post-award handover.
• A relevant postgraduate qualification would be advantageous.
• Formal training or demonstrated experience in FIDIC and other construction or commercial contracts would be advantageous.
• Professional registration or membership with a recognised professional body would be advantageous.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, sound commercial judgement and strong negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail with excellent organisational and document control abilities.
• Assertive and professional communication with strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and manage multiple priorities in a project environment.
• Professional integrity, accountability and problem-solving ability.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Scope of Work & Tender Review

• Review Scopes of Work prior to tender to ensure that scope, responsibilities, deliverables, interfaces, milestones and contractual requirements are clearly defined.
• Review and analyse tender, bid and commercial documentation to identify contractual and commercial risks.
• Review supplier and contractor qualifications, exclusions, assumptions and proposed deviations from the Company's contractual requirements.
• Review technical Scopes of Work from a contractual and commercial perspective and challenge unclear or incomplete contractual requirements constructively.

Contract Formation & Documentation

• Prepare, review and coordinate contract documentation for construction, services, equipment supply and other project-related procurement packages.
• Ensure the appropriate contract type and contracting strategy is applied based on the nature and risk profile of the procurement package.
• Ensure agreed contractual and commercial positions are accurately incorporated into final contract documentation prior to award.
• Ensure contracts and purchase orders are aligned with the final negotiated and approved contractual position.
• Assist with Letters of Intent, contract amendments and addenda.

Clarifications, Negotiations & Risk Management

• Prepare and maintain contractual deviation and clarification registers.
• Facilitate contractual clarification meetings and negotiations with tenderers, contractors and suppliers.
• Support Project Managers, Package Engineers and Procurement during tender evaluations and contract negotiations.
• Identify contractual risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures to the Contracts Manager and relevant project stakeholders.
• Review commercial provisions including payment terms, securities, retention, warranties, insurance, performance requirements, delay damages and limitation of liability.
• Ensure required Performance Guarantees, Advance Payment Guarantees, insurance requirements and other contractual securities are appropriately addressed before contract award.
• Interpret contractual provisions and identify associated commercial risks.

Governance & Records

• Ensure appropriate governance and approvals are obtained before contractual commitments are made.
• Ensure contractual documentation complies with approved templates, procedures and governance requirements.
• Maintain proper contract records, registers, templates and supporting documentation for audit and governance purposes.
• Ensure all contractual documentation is appropriately controlled, traceable and audit ready.

Handover & Post-Award Transition

• Facilitate structured handover of awarded contracts to the responsible post-contract/project team.
• Highlight key obligations, risks, milestones, securities and outstanding actions during contract handover.
• Coordinate with Procurement to ensure all contractual documentation is completed prior to contract award.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Support Project Managers, Package Engineers, Procurement, Finance, Legal, Commercial/Quantity Surveying, Safety, Operations and other relevant Group stakeholders.
• Liaise with tenderers, contractors, suppliers, OEMs, consultants, legal advisors and other service providers regarding contractual matters.
• Attend tender clarification, evaluation and project progress meetings.
• Provide contractual guidance and support to Engineers, Project Managers, Procurement and other internal stakeholders.
• Communicate contractual risks clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Escalate material contractual and commercial risks to the Contracts Manager where required.

Continuous Improvement

• Support the continuous improvement and standardisation of contract templates, contracting processes and pre-contract controls.
• Support the Contracts Manager in ensuring consistent application of contracting principles across project packages.
• Promote adherence to health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the pre-contract function.

Closing Date: 6 Nov 2026

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Senior Quantity Surveyor – Platinum Mining Projects

• Our client, a well-established platinum mining operation based in Zimbabwe, is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their project team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing quantity surveying and commercial functions across mining, capital and infrastructure projects, including cost control, contract administration, budgeting, forecasting, contractor claims and commercial reporting.
• The position requires an experienced quantity surveying professional with strong mining, heavy industrial, mineral processing, EPCM or large-scale infrastructure experience.
• The successful candidate will be required to work at the mine site in Zimbabwe, either through relocation or a rotational arrangement of approximately 6 weeks on site followed by 2 weeks in South Africa.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or National Diploma in Quantity Surveying.
• Minimum 8 years’ Quantity Surveying experience.
• At least 5 years’ experience within mining, heavy industrial, mineral processing, EPCM or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience in contract administration and commercial management.
• Proven experience in cost control, budgeting, forecasting and project reporting.
• Strong experience preparing, reviewing and managing Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Experience conducting quantity take-offs and preparing detailed cost estimates.
• Experience evaluating contractor claims, variations and payment certificates.
• Sound understanding of FIDIC, NEC and other standard forms of contract.
• Proficiency in industry-standard quantity surveying and cost management software.
• Experience with project budgets, cash flows and cost forecasts.
• Ability to work independently within a remote mining environment.
• Valid passport and willingness to travel and work in Zimbabwe.
• Professional registration with SACQSP or an equivalent professional body will be advantageous.

Roles & Responsibilities

Quantity Surveying & Cost Management

• Manage all quantity surveying and commercial activities across mining and capital projects.
• Prepare, review and manage Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Conduct detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and cost plans.
• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Identify cost variances, commercial risks and potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain accurate cost information throughout the project lifecycle.

Commercial & Contract Administration

• Administer project contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Review and assess contractor claims, variations and payment certificates.
• Monitor contractual requirements, deliverables and commercial milestones.
• Assist with contract negotiations and the resolution of commercial issues.
• Ensure appropriate contractual documentation and records are maintained.
• Manage final accounts and project commercial close-out.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Reporting

• Develop and maintain project cash flows, budgets and cost forecasts.
• Monitor project expenditure and identify potential cost overruns.
• Prepare monthly commercial, cost and financial reports for management.
• Provide accurate forecasts and commercial updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Analyse project costs and provide recommendations to improve commercial performance.
• Track commitments, expenditure, variations and forecast final costs.

Procurement & Tender Management

• Assist with procurement activities for mining and capital projects.
• Prepare and review tender documentation and Bills of Quantities.
• Assist with tender evaluations and commercial assessments.
• Evaluate contractor and supplier pricing.
• Assist with contract negotiations and commercial recommendations.
• Ensure procurement activities align with approved project budgets and commercial objectives.

Contractor & Claims Management

• Review contractor submissions, claims and supporting documentation.
• Assess variations and determine their commercial impact.
• Review and certify payment applications and payment certificates.
• Monitor contractor performance against contractual and commercial requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of claims, variations and contractual correspondence.
• Assist with resolving commercial and contractual disputes where required.

Project & Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with project managers, engineers, contractors, consultants and client representatives.
• Provide commercial and quantity surveying input throughout the project lifecycle.
• Attend project, commercial and contractor meetings.
• Provide guidance on commercial implications of project decisions and changes.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
• Identify and communicate commercial risks that may impact project delivery.

Mining & Site-Based Project Support

• Provide quantity surveying and commercial support across mining and infrastructure projects.
• Monitor commercial performance of site-based construction and mining activities.
• Support projects involving mining infrastructure, concentrators, process plants, shafts, tailings facilities, bulk earthworks and related heavy industrial works.
• Conduct site-based assessments and verify quantities, progress and completed work where required.
• Work effectively within a remote mining environment and rotational site structure.

Project Close-Out & Final Accounts

• Manage final accounts and commercial close-out activities.
• Reconcile project expenditure, variations, claims and outstanding commitments.
• Ensure all commercial documentation is finalised and properly maintained.
• Assist with project handover and contractual close-out.
• Identify lessons learned and commercial improvements for future projects.

Closing Date: 6 Nov 2026

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Intermediate Quantity Surveyor – Mining

• Our client, a leading international mining organisation focused on the responsible development and production of critical minerals, is seeking an experienced Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Mokopane, Limpopo.
• The role requires a strong understanding of both Quantity Surveying and Procurement with practical experience within a mining environment.

Minimum Requirements

• BSc, BTech or BCom in Quantity Surveying or a related qualification.
• 3–6 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Proven experience within the mining industry, preferably working directly on a mine or mining-related projects.
• Strong experience in procurement, including sourcing, RFQs, tender processes, supplier evaluation and purchase orders.
• Experience in construction and mining procurement processes.
• Practical experience with Bills of Quantities, measurements, valuations and cost estimates.
• Experience in contract administration and commercial management.
• Experience managing project budgets, expenditure and cost forecasts.
• Experience with variations, claims and payment certificates.
• Strong knowledge of supplier and contractor management.
• Excellent Excel skills and proficiency in relevant Quantity Surveying software.

 
Roles & Responsibilities
Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management

• Prepare, review and manage Bills of Quantities, estimates and cost plans.
• Conduct measurements and valuations of completed work.
• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Prepare monthly valuations, payment certificates and cost reports.
• Assess variations, claims and additional works.
• Monitor project costs and identify potential cost overruns.
• Assist with forecasting, budgeting and financial planning.
• Support the preparation and management of final accounts.
• Maintain accurate commercial and cost-control records.

Procurement

• Manage procurement activities for mining, construction and project-related requirements.
• Prepare and issue RFQs and tender documentation.
• Source and evaluate suppliers and contractors.
• Analyse and compare supplier quotations and commercial proposals.
• Conduct commercial evaluations and provide procurement recommendations.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and conditions with suppliers and contractors.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules and contractual obligations.
• Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures and governance requirements.
• Maintain procurement records, supplier documentation and procurement schedules.

Contract Administration

• Assist with the administration and management of contractor and supplier agreements.
• Review contractual terms, pricing and commercial conditions.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance.
• Manage and evaluate contractual variations and claims.
• Assist with extensions of time and other commercial matters.
• Identify and report contractual and commercial risks.

Mining Project Support

• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement, Finance and operational teams.
• Provide QS and commercial support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct site visits to verify completed work and project progress.
• Ensure quantities, costs and contractor claims are accurately verified.
• Provide commercial input into project planning and decision-making.
• Support project teams with cost control, procurement and contract-related matters.

Closing Date: 5 Nov 2026