Junior Quantity Surveyor

Position Overview

SPEC-Africa requires a highly experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor responsible for the commercial management of major construction, security infrastructure, power and engineering projects .

The role oversees the full commercial lifecycle of projects , including tendering, procurement, cost control, contract administration, certification, and final account closure.

The successful candidate must have the capability to manage large and complex projects independently , ensure strong commercial discipline, and provide leadership across project, procurement, and commercial teams.

This role is critical in ensuring project profitability, financial control, and contractual compliance across all projects within the organisation .

Professional Registration (Mandatory)

The incumbent must be professionally registered as a PrQS (Professional Quantity Surveyor) with the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP). Candidates who are not currently registered as a PrQS will not be considered. Key Responsibilities

Commercial Leadership

Provide commercial leadership across all projects within the organisation.

Ensure effective cost control and financial management of projects.

Advise executive management on project profitability, financial risks, and cost exposure.

Implement and maintain commercial management systems and procedures.

Project Lifecycle Management

Manage The Complete Commercial Lifecycle Of Projects, Including Tender preparation and submission

Procurement and subcontractor management

Project cost control and forecasting

Interim valuations and payment certificates

Management of variations and contractual claims

Final accounts and project close-out

Tendering & Estimating

Review and evaluate all client tender documentation and specifications.

Develop detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs) .

Prepare accurate project cost estimates and pricing strategies.

Obtain estimates and quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.

Evaluate external quotations and pricing submissions.

Compile comprehensive tender submissions.

Manage tender clarifications, amendments, and revisions.

Procurement & Purchasing

Oversee procurement strategies and purchasing for projects.

Evaluate subcontractor quotations and commercial proposals.

Manage subcontractor procurement and contract negotiations.

Ensure procurement aligns with project budgets and cost objectives.

Cost Control & Financial Management

Implement and maintain effective project cost control systems .

Monitor project costs against approved budgets.

Prepare and review cost reports, financial forecasts, and commercial updates.

Manage project cash flow and cost reporting.

Identify and mitigate potential commercial risks.

Contract Administration

Administer project contracts and subcontract agreements.

Prepare and manage interim payment certificates and valuations .

Manage variations, claims, and contractual adjustments.

Verify that client contracts and purchase orders align with submitted tenders and quotations.

Manage final accounts and project financial close-out.

Commercial Systems & Software

The incumbent must have strong experience using CCS Candy Construction Software , including:

Estimating

Bill of Quantities development

Budget preparation

Project cost control

Financial reporting and project monitoring

Experience with BuildSmart or similar ERP systems will be advantageous.

Operational Leadership

Lead and mentor junior Quantity Surveyors and estimators.

Work closely with project managers, procurement teams, and senior management.

Establish and maintain commercial best practices across the organisation.

Support strategic commercial planning and project decision-making.

Competency Requirements

BSc Degree in Quantity Surveying .

Professional Registration with SACQSP as PrQS (Mandatory) .

Minimum 10 years relevant experience in quantity surveying and commercial management.

Proven experience managing large construction or infrastructure projects .

Advanced proficiency in CCS Candy software .

Strong knowledge of contract administration and project commercial management.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.

Strong analytical and financial management capability.

Attributes

Strong leadership capability

Strategic commercial thinking

Excellent negotiation and communication skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously

Professional integrity and reliability

Company Policies & Procedures

The incumbent must operate in accordance with company procedures, including:

Quality Management Systems

Health & Safety Policies

ISO 9001 Standards

Relevant company Standard Procedures (SP01, SP06, SP07, SP09, SP20)

Measurable Outputs (Key Performance Indicators)

Accuracy of tender pricing and Bills of Quantities

Effective cost control across projects

Profitability of projects

Timely preparation of certificates and payment claims

Effective management of variations and claims

Successful closure of project final accounts

Reporting

Reports Directly To Executive Management / Directors Reporting Mechanisms Include Weekly commercial status reports

Project cost reports

Tender and quotation reports

Executive management briefings as required