A well‑established South African mining‑consultancy firm specialising in major mining projects across the country, is currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor (Senior QS) – Mining Division to join their team in a full-time, office-based consulting role. The successful candidate will lead a team of intermediate and junior QSs on multiple mining‑related projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the full quantity‑surveying function for mining projects, from cost estimation and budgeting through to final costing and project closeout.

• Lead, mentor and coordinate a team of intermediate and junior QSs to ensure consistent, high-quality deliverables across all projects.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities, interim valuations, cost control and progress payment certificates for mining‑sector contracts.

• Liaise with project managers, engineers, procurement, and site teams to track and control costs, forecast expenditures, and advise on cost‑saving measures.

• Monitor project budgets and timelines, identify variances, and implement corrective actions as required.

• Ensure compliance with all contractual, regulatory, and client‑specific reporting requirements.

• Maintain accurate records, prepare periodic cost reports, and participate in project meetings and audits.

Requirements

• BSc Honours in Quantity Surveying from either the University of Pretoria (Tukkies) or the University of the Free State (Kovsies).

• Registered as Pr.QS or via the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office, MS Projects, WinQS and DimX.

• A minimum of 8 years’ post-honours experience — specifically with strong background in mining projects.

• Demonstrated leadership and team‑management skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong cost control, budgeting and reporting capabilities under mining‑project conditions.

Benefits

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