Quantity Surveyor Production Grade A-C

Applicants must complete the online Z83 and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). All other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

The Employment Equity targets will be taken into consideration during the selection process. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s). The employment decision shall be guided by the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.

The Department is committed to promoting employment equity, including race, gender and disability representation, through the filling of this post(s). Accordingly, the transfer, promotion or appointment of candidates should contribute towards improving representativity and achieving the numerical targets set out in the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.

In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on 076 521 4118/076 942 4090.

All shortlisted candidates will undertake practical assessment test, SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.

Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan.

To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint.

If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioral preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.

years post qualification Quantity Surveyor experience required. Must be registered with SACQSP as a Professional Quantity Surveyor. A valid driver’s license.

COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of Public Service Act of 1994. Knowledge Public Service Regulations, 2016.PFMA and Treasury Regulations, Provincial/Departmental SCM policies. Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007.National Building Standards Act of 1977 and Regulations.

Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. Health Act, Regulations and Guidelines-Skills- Decision making, Team leadership, Analytical, Creativity, Self-management, financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness, Communication, Computer literacy, Conflict management, Problem solving, Research, Technical report writing, Networking.

Coordinate professional teams on all aspects regarding quantity survey. Ensure adherence to quantity determination standards. Provide quantity survey advice and technical support in the evaluation of costs.

Ensure the adoption of technical and quality strategies. Develop quantity surveying related policies, methods and practices. Provide solutions on non-compliance on quantity determination.

Review the cost determinations of projects and estimates accomplished by building designers and/or sub professional personnel. Mentor, train and develop candidate quantity surveying and related technical and administrative personnel to promote skill/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound principles and code of practice. Supervise quantity survey work and processes.

Administer performance management and development. Prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilization. Undertake continuous professional development according to council guidelines.

Conduct research/literature studies on quantity survey to improve expertise. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on quantity surveying related matters. Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement SCM and personnel human resource administration.

Monitor and control expenditure. Report on expenditure and service delivery. Undertake continuous professional development according to council guidelines.

Conduct research/literature studies on quantity survey to improve expertise. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on quantity surveying related matters.

Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: 076 521 4118