Junior​/Intermediate Quantity Surveyor â Mining

Minimum Requirements

Diploma, BSc, BTech or BCom in Quantity Surveying or a related qualification. 25 years experience in Quantity Surveying. Experience with in mining, construction, industrial or infrastructure projects . Mining or mineral processing experience will be advantageous. Experience with Bills of Quantities, measurements, valuations and cost estimates . Knowledge of project cost control, budgeting and forecasting . Experience with variations, claims and change orders .

Knowledge of contract administration and commercial management . Experience with procurement, RFQs and tender evaluations . Proficient in Microsoft Excel and relevant Quantity Surveying software . Strong analytical, numerical and reporting skills. Exposure to NEC, FIDIC or GCC contracts will be advantageous. Exposure to project controls or earned value management will be advantageous. Preference will be given to Namibian citizens or candidates already residing in Namibia with long-term work eligibility .

Willingness to travel and work on a remote, site-based mining operation .

Prepare and manage cost estimates, budgets and cost plans. Prepare and manage Bills of Quantities . Conduct site measurements and valuations of completed work. Verify contractor progress and payment claims. Assist with monthly valuations, payment certificates and cost reports. Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets. Assist with forecasting, budgeting and cash flow projections. Evaluate variations, claims and additional works. Identify potential cost overruns and commercial risks.

Support the preparation and management of final accounts. Maintain accurate cost-control and commercial records.

Assist with procurement activities for mining, construction and project requirements. Prepare and issue RFQs and tender documentation . Assist with sourcing and evaluating suppliers and contractors. Analyse and compare supplier quotations and commercial proposals. Assist with procurement and tender recommendations. Prepare and manage purchase orders. Monitor supplier performance and delivery requirements. Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities.

Assist with the administration of contractor and supplier agreements. Review contractual terms, pricing and commercial conditions. Monitor contractor performance and compliance. Assist with variations, claims and change orders. Support extensions of time and other commercial matters. Identify and report contractual and commercial risks.

Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement, Finance, contractors and client representatives . Provide QS and commercial support throughout the project lifecycle. Conduct site visits to verify quantities, completed work and project progress. Ensure contractor claims and costs are accurately verified. Maintain project documentation and commercial records. Provide commercial input into project planning and decision-making. Support the project team with cost control, procurement and contract-related matters .

Submissions for this vacancy will close on 11 September 2026. You may still submit your CV for this position until 04 October 2026.