Chief Quantity Surveyor Grade a

Requirements:
Grade 12 plus Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying / Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (NQF Level 8), BTech in Quantity Surveying (legacy NQF Level 7), or a recognised equivalent qualification. Compulsory Registration with South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP) as a Professional Quantity Surveyor (PrQS). Valid drivers’ licence and proficiency in computer applications are essential. Relevant work experience as a Professional Quantity Surveyor, with at least 5 years post professional registration. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Sound knowledge of construction legislation, regulations, and frameworks applicable in the public sector, including the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, CIDB Act, GIAMA, Construction Regulations, and National Building Regulations. Proficiency in quantity surveying software such as WinQS, as well as AutoCAD, MS Project, and Microsoft Office Suite. In depth knowledge of cost planning, contract administration (JBCC, NEC, GCC), building cost norms, and lifecycle costing. Programme and project management. Quantity Survey legal and operational compliance. Quantity Survey operational communication. Process knowledge and skills. Maintenance skills and knowledge. Mobile equipment operating skills. Research and development. Computer-aided engineering applications. Creating high-performance culture. Technical consulting. Professional judgment. Analytical, planning, problem-solving, and report-writing skills. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and multiple infrastructure projects simultaneously.

Duties:
Provide professional quantity surveying and cost management services to the Departments. Ensure financial control, value engineering, and cost optimisation in the delivery of infrastructure projects. Evaluate, appoint, and monitor the performance of consultants and contractors in compliance with departmental policies. Manage the implementation and monitoring of construction contracts, including certification of payments and resolution of contractual claims. Conduct feasibility studies, develop cost estimates, and maintain accurate project budgets and cash flows. Undertake research and implement new methods, technologies, and sustainable solutions in infrastructure delivery. Ensure alignment with the Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS), Infrastructure Procurement and Delivery Management (IPDM) toolkit, and relevant prescripts. Provide technical support in the preparation of tender documentation, bid evaluations, and adjudication processes.

Enquiries: Ms PN Yingwane Tel No: (013) 766 6780 e-Recruitment Mpumalanga

Reference number: CQS/HO/07 (Re-advertisement: Building)