Quantity Surveyor

SUMMARY:
Quantity Surveyor / Cost Estimator for mining and EPCM projects

POSITION INFO:
DRA Global is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Cost Estimator to join our team in Woodmead, Johannesburg, South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for quantity surveying and cost estimating activities across mining and EPCM projects, with a particular focus on civil infrastructure, earthworks, and structural steel packages. Key Responsibilities Prepare Material Take-Offs (MTOs), Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and tender documentation. Develop cost estimates and manage budgets for pre-feasibility and feasibility studies. Compile the Basis of Estimate, estimating reports and rate enquiries. Support procurement activities, including tender evaluations, cost analysis and contract preparation. Provide commercial and cost management support throughout project execution. Undertake value engineering, cost risk analysis and life-cycle costing where applicable. Apply relevant measurement standards, including COLTO and SANS 1200. Assist with contract administration, change management and cost forecasting. Ensure accuracy and compliance with internal quality procedures. Minimum Requirements Qualifications BSc or BTech in Quantity Surveying (essential). Professional registration with SACQSP (advantageous). Experience Minimum of three years' professional quantity surveying experience. At least three years' experience working with NEC, FIDIC and GCC contracts. A minimum of two years' demonstrable EPC contract experience. Experience within an EPCM and mining environment (essential). Exposure to the full project lifecycle, including tendering, pre-proposal and post-proposal activities (advantageous). Technical Competencies Strong knowledge of Bills of Quantities, material take-offs and cost estimating. Proficiency in measurement methods, including COLTO and SANS 1200. Sound understanding of construction contracts and procurement processes. Commercial awareness, cost forecasting and risk management skills. Strong numerical, analytical and reporting capabilities. Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering and project teams. Why Join DRA Global? This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with practical experience in mining and EPCM environments to take ownership of estimating deliverables and contribute significantly to effective project cost management. Location: Woodmead, Johannesburg, South Africa Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity with DRA Global.