TRAFFIC Western Cape

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Faircape Health

Job Description

At Faircape Group, we don't just build - we revitalize and reimagine living spaces. As a leader in luxury lifestyle and retirement villages across the Western Cape, we specialise in high-quality renovations, upgrades, and new developments across our healthcare centres and retirement villages.

We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Construction team based in Claremont. This role is responsible for the full commercial management of multiple residential renovation and development projects, including cost control, budgeting, cashflows, feasibility analysis, procurement oversight, and project financial performance.

This is a senior, hands on role working closely with Site Foremen, Village Managers, Architects, Contractors, and Senior Management to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Quantity Surveyor who enjoys managing multiple projects simultaneously and driving financial and commercial outcomes from inception through to completion.

Why Join Us?
  • Quarterly performance bonuses - rewarding your impact and results
  • Long service leave - recognising your commitment over time
  • Above market, experience based salaries
  • Free barista made coffee - because good days start with great coffee
  • Subsidised snacks - convenient, affordable options when you need a boost
  • Discounted ISP packages - stay connected at home for less
  • Flexible working hours (06:30 - 18:30) - supporting balance and autonomy
  • Subsidised parking - making your daily commute easier
  • Real growth opportunities within a stable, expanding group
Responsibilities: Budgeting & Cost Control
  • Prepare and manage project budgets from contractor quotations and site inputs
  • Submit budgets for approval and maintain full cost control across projects
  • Manage variations, cost reporting, value engineering, and budget close-outs
  • Monitor financial risks and ensure alignment with approved project scope
Procurement & Order Management
  • Oversee purchase orders for contractors and suppliers
  • Ensure alignment between orders, quotations, and approved budgets
  • Maintain accurate tracking of all procurement activity and follow ups
Extras & Variations
  • Manage costing, approval, and tracking of all project extras
  • Liaise with Village Managers, Architects, and contractors for approvals and implementation
  • Ensure accurate documentation and financial control of all variations
Payments & Financial Administration
  • Prepare contractor payment packs (fortnightly and month end)
  • Verify invoices against orders, certificates, and completion documentation
  • Ensure compliance with COC requirements prior to final payment release
  • Resolve payment queries and ensure accurate, timely processing
Project Planning & Delivery Support
  • Support project programming, cashflow forecasting, and progress tracking
  • Monitor risks, long lead items, and escalation points
  • Contribute to successful delivery of projects within time and budget
Feasibility & Reporting
  • Assist with feasibility studies for new developments
  • Provide financial input on project viability and forecasting
  • Report on project performance and key commercial outcomes
What You'll Bring Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying (NQF Level 7)
Experience
  • 8-15 years' experience in construction and residential developments
  • Strong experience managing multiple renovation or development projects simultaneously
  • Proven track record in cost control, budgeting, and project financial management
Skills & Knowledge
  • Strong numerical and financial ability with excellent attention to detail
  • Strong understanding of construction processes and project delivery
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Self motivated, disciplined, and proactive approach
  • Computer literate (Google Workspace; Xero and construction systems advantageous)
Specific Requirements
  • Clear credit, criminal, and health record
  • Two written references from your most recent employer

Normal working hours are Mondays to Fridays from 08h00 until 17h00. The company allows employees, by approval of the direct manager, to work flexi time between 06h30 and 18h30.

With centrally located and modern offices just across from Cavendish Square in Claremont.

Faircape Group offers above market related salary. The amount offered will be dependent on qualifications, experience and other market related factors.

About This Role

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Salary Benchmark
$68,540/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Mathematics Reading Comprehension Critical Thinking Writing Speaking
Common Technologies
Autodesk AutoCAD Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D Bentley MicroStation HYPACK MAX MicroSurvey FieldGenius Sokkia Spectrum Survey Suite Bentley Systems InRoads Suite Geomechanical design analysis GDA software

Job Overview

Date Posted
08 May 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

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Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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