Senior Quantity Surveyor

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role Responsibilities.

• Compilation of major project tender and proposal documentation, including fees and business acumen. Understanding the complete project life cycle.
• Compiling Bills of Quantities using various standards of measurement including international standards.
• Expert reviewing and verification of project documentation including estimates, methodologies, plans and commercial submissions.
• Managing and responsibility for leading teams on project delivery at different stages of a project, including above exceptional understanding of all engineering and construction disciplines.
• Compilation and negotiations of project contract awards.
• Excellent understanding of contract management and knowledge of various standard forms of contracts used in construction & engineering industry.
• Prepare and negotiate successful settlement final accounts.
• Willing to work on project engineering sites.
  
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Registered with the South African Council for the Quantity Surveyor Profession (SACQSP).
• Registered with AACE as a qualified Estimator (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering).
• Member if the Association of Arbitrators of Southern Africa (NPC).
• Quantity Surveyor with commercial and estimating expert knowledge and a minimum of 10 years' experience.
• Experience in all aspects of major project Infrastructure engineering including resources and oil & gas.
• Able to visit sites throughout Africa & middle East.
• Must have advanced skills on WINQS, RIB CCS, MS Office including MS Projects.
• Outstanding planning and communications skills with ability to present solutions to clients and project teams.
  
  
  

Skills, And Characteristics

In order to be successful in this role you shall require the following:

• Outstanding knowledge and experience in the standard engineering and construction contracts particularly FIDIC and NEC.
• Above average technical engineering understanding of process and infrastructure engineering.
• Ability to work independently and lead a young team.
• Be able to be an effective mentor and coach.
• Availability to travel.
• Ability to work under pressure.
  
  
  

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.