Senior Quantity Surveyor | RPO Recruitment Careers South Africa – Northern Region, Gauteng

October 31, 2025 admin Uncategorized 0

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RPO Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in placing highly skilled professionals across South Africa’s engineering, construction, and technical sectors. We partner with reputable employers to match the right talent with the right opportunities, ensuring career growth and organisational success.

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Position Overview

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Northern Region – Gauteng, South Africa
Employment Type: Permanent
Division: Engineering

Our client, a well-established construction contractor operating across the Northern region, is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee cost management and commercial analysis for large-scale building projects. This role is ideal for a senior professional eager to lead cost control functions and contribute to high-value developments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the full commercial lifecycle of construction projects from tender to final account.

  • Oversee cost management, ensuring projects remain within budget.

  • Conduct detailed commercial analysis for large-scale building projects.

  • Manage and mentor junior and site-based quantity surveyors.

  • Administer contracts in accordance with company policies and industry standards.

  • Prepare reports, valuations, and cost forecasts for management and clients.

  • Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with construction regulations and standards.

  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to optimize project outcomes.

Requirements

Essential:

  • Tertiary qualification in Tech Quantity Surveying, B.Sc Quantity Surveying, or equivalent.

  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in construction/building quantity surveying.

  • Proven experience with large-scale building projects (commercial, residential, industrial, institutional).

  • Experience managing multi-storey and complex construction projects.

  • Competent in CCS software.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage junior QS staff and site-based teams.

  • Strong knowledge of cost management and contract administration.

Desirable:

  • Previous experience in large construction contracting companies.

  • Exposure to project planning and risk management.

Skills & Competencies

  • Exceptional analytical and numerical skills.

  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Proactive problem-solving and decision-making ability.

  • Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Why Join Our Client

  • Work on high-value construction projects across the Northern region.

  • Lead cost control and commercial functions on large-scale developments.

  • Opportunity to mentor and develop junior professionals.

  • Competitive remuneration package based on experience.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply via RPO Recruitment:

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications.

Note: Only candidates who meet the criteria will be contacted. If not contacted within three days, your CV will be kept on file for future opportunities.

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