Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor at AESG

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost Advice, Reporting, Project Delivery, Team Leadership, Financial Control, Cost Management, Forecasting, Cost Estimates, Claim Settlements, Final Account Preparation, Tender Documents, Bills Of Quantities, Microsoft Office, Excel, CostX, MEP Costing

Industry

Construction

Description

Due to the continuing success and growth of our AESG team, a fantastic opportunity has opened up at our award-winning Specialist Consultancy, Engineering and Advisory Firm. We are headquartered in London, Riyadh, Singapore and Dubai, Cape Town, Cairo & Sydney working throughout the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Our areas of expertise are represented in four core verticals: Building Engineering, Planning and Infrastructure, Strategy and Advisory and Commissioning, Handover and Asset Management. We pride ourselves in being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated team with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, cost management, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management and acoustics. JOB PURPOSE Provide all necessary assistance and commercial support to the Cost Management team ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. Liaise with customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments. Will be responsible for the review and preparation of interim payments, project variations and other financial matters. QUALIFICATION / EXPERIENCE Recognised Degree in Engineering or equivalent. Ideally qualified to MSc degree level with relevant academic or with post academic professional qualifications to carry out the role. Generally, a minimum of 4-8 years of professional experience. GENERAL EXPECTANCY Extensive experience and high-level competencies in specialised areas. Contributes valuable insights to projects. RESPONSIBILITIES Providing accurate cost advice and reporting to our clients. Delivering projects, commissions and professional assignments. Assuming a leading role in setting objectives and priorities, working as a proactive team player. Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for the successful completion of projects, liaising with other managers to ensure efficient financial control. Undertaking cost management services with limited supervision. Delivering all work outputs in an accurate and timely manner. Providing support to the team leader/service leaders in the cost management of projects. Ensure effective interaction between the cost management team and the operational site teams. Carry out cost management including forecasting. Prepare cost estimates of project design stages. Monitor contracts final cost estimates. Review, negotiate and prepare claim settlements. Prepare Final Account with all supporting documentation. Preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client. Proficient in Microsoft office and expert excel skills. Measurement and CostX superuser. Strong understanding of Construction costs in both UAE and KSA. Provide expert technical advice in MEP and infrastructure construction costs. COMPETENCIES Leadership / Management skills - Leadership involves effective delegation, strategic planning, and fostering collaboration across teams. Starting to develop coaching abilities. Communication / Collaboration - Provide clear instructions to teams, deliver feedback effectively and foster a positive team environment. Technical Knowledge / Expertise - Focus on becoming subject matter experts in specific technical areas. Creativity / Innovation - Actively promote creative thinking within their teams or departments, encouraging colleagues to embrace new ideas and approaches. Client Focus / Relationship Building - Maintain and strengthen high levels of Client satisfaction and feedback. Preparation of proposals and seeking and winning new work. Strategic Vision / Planning - Contribute to the data analysis development of reports and presentations used in the strategic planning process for specific division. DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE BASE AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLSET Time Management / Planning - Responsible for overseeing teams and larger projects. Developing advanced project management skills, such as creating comprehensive project plans, managing budgets, and allocating resources effectively. Industry Experience / Thought Leadership - Demonstrated expertise in discipline, industry leadership through participation in industry professional groups and conferences and the development of research publications. Project Management / Operational Delivery - Proven expertise in discipline with a track record of numerous projects ($150k) successfully delivered independently with high level of Client feedback. Independently manage complex projects and resolve complex project issues. They lead efforts to streamline cross-functional processes and drive efficiency across the organisation. Leadership / Team Management Experience - Ability to independently project manage delivery and guide junior team members within the project team or mentoring junior team members / graduates. Provide guidance and leadership to more junior team members. Commercial Acumen / Business Development - Proficiency in creating and managing project budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost control. Managing relationships with project vendors, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective procurement. Client oriented and contributes to commercial success of the division. Problem Solving / Decision Making - Generate viable options for addressing problems. Consider the long-term implications of each option. Employee Focus / Process Compliance - Skilled in managing employee relations and fostering a positive work environment. Assesses business and operational risks. Ensure proper implementation of regulations. Upholding AESG Core Values - Upholding AESG Core Values such as: Honesty, Flexibility, Adaptability, Client-centricity and Collaboration.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing comprehensive commercial support to the Cost Management team, ensuring contractual compliance, and liaising with third parties on commercial matters like variations and claims. Responsibilities include preparing interim payments, project variations, cost estimates, monitoring final costs, and preparing final accounts.