• Technically orientated with a solid background in construction. • Good interpretation of architectural drawings in residential and commercial developments. • Clear and logical quick thinking approach. • Implementation of all statutory requirements in terms of the OHS, SABS compliance etc. • Good attention to detail and accuracy. • Creative in all aspects of administration and quality orientated. • Works well under pressure but dislikes pressure caused by tardiness. • Good management abilities. • Establish and maintain good relationships with clients, suppliers, coworkers and subordinates. • Self-motivated team player with the ability to use initiative as and when required. • Versatility throughout the construction industry in general is of a high standard. • Should deadlines require additional effort, the candidate is always willing work after hours. • Candidate always very presentable and well-spoken in English, Afrikaans and can communicate in Zulu. • Result driven and takes pride in his work. • Result driven individual with the ability to keep the team motivated. 4. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE QUANTITY SURVEYING EXPERIENCE • Read and interpret construction drawings and CAD literacy. • Adjudicate, negotiate and appoint Sub-Contractors in accordance with the contractual requirements, procurement policies. • Assist the professional team with design issues or presenting alternatives in terms of the project budget or ease of methods to accelerate on a time line. • Applicant will review and interpretate any contracts and correspondence to and from the client or subcontractors. • Very meticulous about the general administration of contracts, drawings, internal systems, Etc. • Recognize any variations from the original scope and if in agreement with the professional team and client claim accordingly. • Ensure that all monthly certificates and claims are complete and claimed as per the contractual requirements. • Check sub- contractor claims, progress and verify if any variations and prepare payment accordingly. • Candidate can initiate and finalize the final account process with the PQS or Sub contractor. • Prepare and present cost reports including analysis and comparison of the creditor’s reports for several projects simultaneously. • If any addendums are received the candidate would study the impact on the various aspects of this on the project and actions the stake holders concerned. ESTIMATING EXPERIENCE • Source suitable tenders, Preview GB8 – GB9 tender documentation and present to senior management. • Prepare the tender program and procurement. • Appoint relevant estimators, tender buyers etc. • Split bills into the relevant trades and invite subcontractors to tender in accordance to the procurement requirements example BEE, HDI and local participation etc. • Import bills into the local pricing system (CCS) and price all trades not relevant t subcontractors. • Complete all returnable documentation and completion of the tender (Government and Private Sector) • Tender review and finalization with senior management. • Analyze all results. • Should the company be awarded the tender the candidate would head up an official handover to company’s operations teams. CONTRACTS / PROJECTS MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE • Compile the construction program with a realistic and achievable time line. • Ensure all resources for execution of works are on standby and ready to execute the works i.e. Site staff, Plant, Labor, Material, ETC. • Collective feedback and reporting to the client and company senior management. • Approve all payments made to sub – contractors and suppliers. • Approve all requisitions for Plant Labor Material etc. • Ensure the project is delivered to specification, within budget and on time. OTHER GENERAL EXPERIENCE • HR. related topics e.g. job profiling, performance appraisal systems and disciplinary procedures in accordance with the company policies and statutory requirements. • Occupational Health and Safety act and implementation and the relative statutory requirements. • Design and implementation of quality systems including streamlining of adminstrational requirements. • High level of computer literacy. Good knowledge and understanding of IT hardware and software and computer proficient in a networked environment.