Senior Civil Tenderer/Quantity Surveyor – Construction Industry

RPO Recruitment’s client, a well-established construction company in the Western Cape is currently seeking a seasoned Senior Civil Tenderer/Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team and play a critical role in securing and delivering successful projects.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and submission of competitive civil tenders
• Analyse project specifications, drawings, and contractual documents
• Prepare detailed BOQs and cost estimates using industry-standard software
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors for pricing and quotations
• Identify and evaluate tender risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders during tender clarification stages
• Attend tender briefings and site visits as required
• Manage all commercial aspects of awarded projects
• Monitor project costs and budgets, reporting on cost variances and profitability
• Prepare and submit monthly valuations, progress claims, and variation orders
• Review and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and procurement terms
• Ensure compliance with contract conditions and company policies
• Support project teams with financial planning, forecasting, and cost reporting

Requirements:

• National Diploma in Building/BTech in Quantity Surveying/Civil Engineering or similar
• Minimum 15 years of experience in civil construction, with a strong track record in tendering and quantity surveying
• Proven experience in earthworks, bulk services, stormwater, pipelines, or related civil infrastructure
• Excellent understanding of local construction regulations, SANS standards, and contract law (e.g., JBCC, GCC, FIDIC)
• Proficiency in estimating and QS software (e.g., CCS Candy, WinQS, BuildSmart)
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to lead and mentor junior staff
• Driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites when required

Benefits:

Salary:  Negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications

Contact RPO Recruitment for our next career opportunity.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: Engineers@rpo-recruit.za.com

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.