Senior Site Quantity Surveyor in Civil Construction

Unknown Company Cape Town, Western Cape

Full-time Remote Closes 13 Dec 2026 · 30 days left

Cape Town, Western Cape Full-time Remote Closes 13 Dec 2026

This job is for a Senior Site Quantity Surveyor in the civil construction industry. The role is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, and involves working on-site for a construction company. Responsibilities include managing financial and commercial aspects of construction projects, ensuring profitability and budget adherence. Key tasks involve checking site measurements, production records, and payment valuations, managing cost control, forecasting, claims, and subcontractor payments. The role also includes reviewing monthly cost reports, handling payment applications, certifications, and cash flow, managing variations and claims, negotiating with subcontractors, and identifying risks and opportunities. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, at least 5 years of experience in construction (preferably on the contractor’s side), knowledge of construction contracts (JBCC, NEC, FIDIC, GCC), and strong skills in Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting. Site-based experience, understanding of construction drawings, programs, and basic engineering knowledge are essential. Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 18001 is preferred.