Senior Site QS - Construction Industry
RPO Recruitment
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
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Posted 19 September 2025

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Job Description

RPO Recruitment's client, a leading civil and building contractor in Gauteng is seeking an experienced and qualified Senior Site Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Johannesburg as soon as possible. 

 

Responsibilities:

  • Measure, Compile and Manage a Bill of Quantities
  • Obtain necessary estimates from subcontractors and suppliers
  • Review, evaluate and adjudicate quotes and tenders received
  • Compile complete civils and construction tender for submission to clients
  • Ensure and obtain authorisation to submit to Tender Senior
  • Negotiate with both the client and subcontractors on best solutions
  • Evaluate and calculate any changes, variation order, request for changes from client effectively
  • Performing risk, value management and cost control
  • Tendering out specific trades and disciplines, evaluate, adjudicate and negotiate for best award
  • Management of project finance in collaboration with project team
  • Draw up and manage cashflow according to program and site production
  • Collaboration with procurement team to source best pricing
  • Submission of complete material lists to procurement and manage ordering of materials
  • Assess monthly and fortnightly payments to be certified
  • Compiling and submitting monthly payment claims to development managers
  • Draw up construction contracts as well as subcontractor contracts and management of these

 

Requirements:

  • BTech/BSc (Hons) degree in Quantity Surveying
  • 5 - 8 years’ experience in a similar role working for reputable firms
  • Residential construction experience essential
  • Proficiency in CCS Candy and BuildSmart essential
  • Driver’s License and own transport
  • Accuracy with figures/calculations
  • Strong numerical aptitude with the ability to perform quick and accurate calculations
  • Proven ability to work under pressure, manage tight schedules, and meet strict deadlines
  • Skilled in interpreting construction drawings and technical documentation
  • Bilingual: Fluent in both Afrikaans and English (spoken and written) (non-negotiable)
  • Working knowledge of structural and civil engineering principles is advantageous
  • Confident decision-maker, able to take initiative and assume responsibility for outcomes

 

Benefits:

Salary:  R650K – R750K CTC per annum   

 

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
  • 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.