• Bachelors Degree or National Diploma in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
• Minimum 5 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with at least 3 years in the mining industry.
• Proven experience working on mining infrastructure, plant construction, earthworks, or related heavy industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of contract management principles. (FIDIC experience advantageous)
• Proficiency in cost control systems and MS Office. (advanced Excel required)
• Experience with project management and cost management software.
• Ability to work on-site in a mining environment.
• Professional registration with a recognized body (e.g., RICS or equivalent) will be advantageous.

Roles & Responsibilities:
Cost Management & Control

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for mining projects.
• Monitor project expenditure and track costs against approved budgets.
• Identify cost variances and provide mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and present regular cost reports to management.

Contract Administration

• Administer contracts in line with project requirements and company policies.
• Review, evaluate, and process contractor claims and payment certificates.
• Prepare and manage variations, change orders, and contractual correspondence.
• Assist in contract negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.

Procurement Support

• Assist in the preparation of tender documents and bills of quantities.
• Evaluate tenders and provide commercial recommendations.
• Ensure procurement processes align with cost and project objectives.

Project Support & Compliance

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site teams.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct site measurements and valuations.
• Support audits and financial reviews related to project costs.

Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 3 March 2026, however you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position till 26 March 2026.

Please Note:
Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. We value your submission, and we try our utmost best to get back to each applicant. However, should your application be successful, we will be in contact with you. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of application, please consider your application unsuccessful. We are, however, recruitment specialists and will keep your details on our database for possible future opportunities.

PoPI Act:
Please note that Marvel Placement Consultants adhere to the POPI Act (Act No. 4 of 2013: Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013). Section 9 of PoPI states that Personal Information may only be processed if, given the purpose for which it is processed, it is adequate, relevant and not excessive.

• Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with at least 3 years within the mining or heavy industrial sector.
• Proven exposure to mining infrastructure, earthworks, plant construction, or similar large-scale industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of contract management principles (experience with **FIDIC contracts will be advantageous).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Experience using cost management or project management systems.
• Ability to work in a site-based mining environment.
• Professional registration with a recognized body such as Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or an equivalent professional body will be advantageous.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Contract Administration

• Manage and administer construction and service contracts in accordance with project and company requirements.
• Assess and process contractor payment certificates and claims.
• Prepare, track, and manage variations, change orders, and contractual documentation.
• Support contract negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers.

Project Cost Control

• Monitor project expenditure and ensure costs remain aligned with approved budgets.
• Identify cost risks and deviations and provide recommendations for corrective action.
• Compile detailed cost reports and financial updates for management and project stakeholders.
• Assist with forecasting and financial planning for project activities.

Procurement & Tender Support

• Assist in the preparation of tender documentation, scopes of work, and bills of quantities.
• Participate in tender evaluations and provide commercial input.
• Support procurement activities to ensure alignment with project budgets and timelines.

Project Coordination & Compliance

• Work closely with engineers, project managers, and site teams to ensure commercial alignment.
• Conduct site measurements and valuations to verify work completed.
• Ensure project activities comply with contractual, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Support internal reviews, financial audits, and cost verification processes where required.

Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 13 March 2026. Late applications may still be considered until 5 April 2026.

Please Note:
Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. Should your application be successful, we will contact you. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your details will remain on our database for possible future opportunities.
 
PoPI Act Compliance:
Marvel Placement Consultants adheres to the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4 of 2013). Section 9 of PoPI states that “Personal Information may only be processed if, given the purpose for which it is processed, it is adequate, relevant and not excessive.”