Senior Building Quantity Surveyor – Cape Town | Construction
RPO Recruitment
Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
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Posted 24 April 2026

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Job Description

A well-established construction-focused organisation is seeking a Senior Building Quantity Surveyor to join their Cape Town team. This role is suited to an experienced QS with strong commercial acumen and proven experience within building projects from pre-contract through to final account.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing project costs, contracts, and financial performance across multiple construction projects.

Requirements & Responsibilities:

  • Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
  • Minimum 8–12 years’ experience in building construction
  • Strong experience on commercial, residential, or mixed-use projects
  • Proven track record in main contractor or construction environment
  • Solid understanding of construction contracts and cost control
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and QS-related software
  • Strong negotiation and commercial management skills
  • Full pre- and post-contract quantity surveying duties
  • Cost planning, estimating, and budget preparation
  • Preparation of bills of quantities and tender documentation
  • Tender adjudication and contractor negotiations
  • Contract administration and commercial management
  • Valuations, payment certificates, and variation assessments
  • Cost reporting and financial forecasting
  • Final account preparation and agreement
  • Managing subcontractor procurement and commercial performance


Contact RPO Recruitment for our next career opportunity.

  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today, contact Meghan Du Plessis and Riana Hattingh at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
  • Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.
  • You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [email protected]

 

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise