Key Responsibilities

As a Contracts QS, your duties will include:

1. Cost Management:
   • Manage and control all project costs from inception to completion.
2. Subcontractor Payments:
   • Review claims and prepare monthly payment advices.
   • Liaise with the Accounts Department for processing.
3. Labour Contractor Payments:
   • Measure and meet with Labour-Only Contractors on-site.
   • Process fortnightly payment advices.
4. Wage Control:
   • Control and reconcile fortnightly company wage costs.
5. Material Quantities:
   • Calculate material quantities and costs, ensuring alignment between BOQ (Bill of Quantities), tender documents, and construction drawings.
   • Identify gaps and discrepancies between documents.
6. Mini BOQs: Prepare and submit ad-hoc mini BOQs/estimates to client representatives for approval.
7. Profit & Loss: Compile monthly P&L accounts for contracts meetings at the head office.
8. Contract Documentation:
   • Prepare subcontractor/creditor contracts and purchase orders.
   • Ensure all documents are signed and issued timely.
9. Contract Claims:
   • Prepare and submit monthly contract claims/valuations.
   • Liaise with client representatives and the Accounts Department for payment certificates, tax invoices, and variation costs.
10. Meetings: Attend contracts, P&L, and project site meetings to ensure alignment on project goals and progress.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 5-8 years of permanent QS experience in the construction industry.
• Education:
  • QS Diploma (minimum) or Technicon QS Degree (advantageous).
• Technical Expertise:
  • Proficiency in CCS and Excel.
  • In-depth knowledge of the construction industry, building sequences, and detailing.
• Competencies:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to engage constructively with diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking construction company with exciting projects.
• Work in a collaborative and professional environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects and advance your career.

Contracts Quantity Surveyor (Construction Company) position available in Western Cape, Cape Town. This job position was posted by RMV Solutions. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2025-01-31 at 15:10:02 in the It Computer category