Permanent
Quantity Surveyor (QS)
Unknown, Western Cape
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About this role
Employer: West Coast Personnel
We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor who will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for fire protection system installations, developing project budgets, performing quantity take-offs, tracking and monitoring project costs, identifying value engineering opportunities, assessing financial risks, and maintaining comprehensive cost records and documentation.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans for fire protection projects
* Compile tender documents and evaluate contractor bids
* Perform quantity take-offs and produce bills of quantities
* Ensure compliance with ASIB and FM Global standards
* Monitor, track, and report on project costs throughout lifecycle
* Conduct financial analysis and prepare cost reports
* Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving alternatives
* Assess financial risks and develop mitigation strategies
* Maintain accurate cost records and documentation
Minimum Education & Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related field
* Professional registration with the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP)
* 3+ years’ experience in quantity surveying or cost management
* Experience in fire protection or mechanical services projects
* Contract administration expertise
Key Skills & Attributes
* Knowledge of fire protection systems, construction methods, and materials
* Familiarity with ASIB and FM Global standards
* Strong numerical, analytical, and detail-oriented mindset
* Proficiency in cost estimation, QS, and CAD software
* Good written communication and reporting skills
* Project management capability