Professional Quantity Surveyor - MEP/Mining at Aecom USA

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quantity Surveying, Cost Control, Tender Documentation, Cost Estimates, Financial Claims, Change Orders, Project Management, Measurement Of Quantities, Viability Studies, Variations Evaluation, Construction, Engineering, Procurement, Supervision, Technical Expertise, Quality Assurance

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description AECOM is seeking a Professional Quantity Surveyor - MEP/Mining to be based in South Africa's Enterprise Capabilities office in Cape Town. This position will support a team locally based in South Africa and Global Teams. As a part of AECOM's culture, it offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement which accommodates both office and out-of-office work schedules. About Enterprise Capabilities Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes. Start here. Grow here. Job Description Here is what you will do: The Professional Quantity Surveyor is required to be facilitate over the programme development cycle (engineering, procurement and construction) and provides quantity surveying duties pre- and/or post-contract while working as part of the project team. Performs specific and limited portions of a broader project as an experienced quantity surveyor. Guides Candidate Quantity Surveyors on works and detailed routine. Technical Excellence: Undertakes responsibilities independently and/or under very general supervision, where work is reviewed for soundness of judgement and accuracy Provides expertise and supervision utilizing more than one competence on projects of varying scope and complexity Provides expertise and supervision with completing the measurement of quantities for input into cost plans, cost estimates and bills of quantities Provides expertise and supervision with the preparation of tender documentation Provides expertise and supervision with viability studies and cost estimates Provides expertise and supervision with implementing, maintaining and monitoring cost control procedures throughout the duration of a project Provides expertise and supervision with providing necessary input related to financial claims Provides expertise and supervision with evaluating variations, additions, and omissions, etc, and incorporating these into monthly cost reports Provides expertise and supervision with preparing, pricing and negotiating change orders with clients and contractors Complies with all QA requirements Benchmarks project data Qualifications Here is what we are looking for: BSc Quantity Surveying Over 5 years of experience in the built environment in a QS function Must be registered as a Pr.QS with SACQSP Under limited supervision, normally receives little instruction on routine work, general instructions on new assignments. Conducts surveys to ascertain the locations of natural features and human-made structures on the earth's surface, underground, and underwater, using electronic distance-measuring equipment and other surveying instruments. Operates and manages land-information computer systems, performs tasks such as storing data, making inquiries, and producing plots and reports. Reviews information from survey teams regarding measurement of distances, directions, angles between points and elevation of points, lines, and contours on, above, and below the earth’s surface. Research legal records, looks for evidence of previous boundaries, and analyses the data to determine the location of boundary lines. Records the results of surveys, verifies the accuracy of data, and prepares plots, maps, and reports. An experienced professional with full understanding of area of specialization. Works on problems of diverse scope. Additional Information At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week. About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Responsibilities

The Professional Quantity Surveyor facilitates the programme development cycle and provides quantity surveying duties pre- and/or post-contract while working as part of the project team. They guide Candidate Quantity Surveyors and undertake responsibilities independently or under general supervision.