Role Summary:
Undertake feasibility studies on new developments and improvements including NPV/IRR calculations and accurately compute contract values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform project risk management and evaluate commercial risks of new-build.
• Implement a robust procurement strategy and cost control processes.
• Preparing tender documents and contracts, including a Bill of Quantities.
• Prepare and analyse costing for tenders considering plans and using best available price.
• Conduct tender evaluation.
• Make recommendations to management on allocation of work to contractors, subcontractors and professional fees.
• As in-house QS, minimise the project cost and hold service providers strictly accountable.
• Prepare trend analysis and forecasting of project costs and cash flows relative to budget.
• Provide advice on contractual claims and manage variations.
• Attend all site progress meetings.
• Value completed work and issue payment orders, less any retention.
• Produce periodic detailed project progress reports and analyse project outcomes relative to project plan including cost reports, cash flow reports and variation orders.
• Undertaking costs analysis for repair and maintenance work.
• Attend tender briefing meetings.
• Comply with internal policies, procedures, systems and controls.
• Perform other general estimating or QS functions.

Experience & Qualification:

• Minimum B.Eng. or B.Sc /B.Sc Hons/M.Sc degree specialising in Quantity Surveying with a strong academic profile.
• Professional QS (Pr.QS).
• Minimum 5 year’s experience as a QS with a medium to large sized reputable Engineering/ Construction/ Mining company or independent practice.
• Proficiency in use of automated QS tools and software.
• Detailed knowledge of building regulations including relevant legislation, regulations, and ordinances governing property.
• Firm understanding of building/engineering contracts and their application ideally with commercial/industrial experience