Rustenburg: Quantity Surveyor – E&I and Mechanical posted by Assegai Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

About the Role

The Quantity Surveyor is expected to play a crucial role in securing new business opportunities and contributing to the growth of Assegai Recruitment (Pty) Ltd through successful project awards and profitable project execution. The role is expected to prepare accurate estimates and tenders for projects by gathering information and analyzing important metrics, providing knowledge of cost and benefits that support profitable business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Tendering and Estimating:
• Risk Assessment: identify project risks, opportunities and constraints that may impact the tender or project.
• Estimation of materials, labour, equipment, etc for the execution of the project. Calculate labour costs, including required manpower based on speeds and norms.
• Prepare and compile all required documentation for tender submissions, such as technical bids, commercial bids/estimates, and compliance statements.
• Ensure compliance with tender submission deadlines and follow up with clients as needed.

• Pricing Strategy:
• Develop a pricing strategy that ensures competitiveness while maintaining profitability. This includes understanding market conditions and competitor pricing.

• Contract Administration:
• Manage and negotiate all contractual matters (e.g., NEC 3, FIDIC, GCC etc) and handle financial evaluations during tender adjudication.
• Compile all contractual notices i.e. early warnings, compensation notices (NCE’s) etc. Ensure that all contractual terms such as payment schedules, warranties and penalties are clearly defined and aligned with company policy.

• Site Support:
• Conduct accurate on-site measurements of quantities and materials.
• Prepare progress claims/certificates, Compile project close out reports including final measurements and all required contractual documentation.

• Financial Control and Cashflow Management:
• Compile budget forecasts and monitor project cash flows.
• Perform cost engineering and strict cost control and expenditure measures.

• Continuous Improvement:
• Continuously review and improve tendering, estimating and contract administration function, seeking ways to increase efficiency, accuracy and business profitability.

Requirements

Qualifications Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Honours Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
• Registration: Professional registration with the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP) is highly advantageous.
• Proven experience in Quantity Surveying for 5 Years or more in an E&I Construction environment.
• In-depth experience in tendering and estimating for medium to large E&I Projects
• Proven experience of Contract Law (NEC 3, FIDIC, GCC etc), contractual negotiations and dispute resolution.
• Proven experience and knowledge of project planning and schedules software (MS Projects and/or Primavera)
• Experience in site/construction and project management of E&I projects

Skills & Knowledge Required

In-depth knowledge of E&I construction methodologies and project management principles.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.

Knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation formulas.

Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Ability to track changes to the design/ construction work and adjust the budget appropriately.

Ability to monitor actual project performance and ensure that all parties perform in terms of the contract

Experience in mining, processing plants, and infrastructure sectors

Willingness to travel to project sites and work in challenging environments

Strong business acumen

Good team player

Ability to work independently

Salary & Benefits