Quantity Surveyor (QS) Turnkey Retail Shopfitting Projects
Level-UpJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa30+ days ago
Job descriptionPrepare cost estimates for in-house shopfitting and fixture manufacturing. Issue RFQs (Requests for Quotation) to subcontractors across all trades (e.g., flooring, tiling / vinyl / wood, painting, lighting, electrical, AC, ceilings, signage, shopfronts, media, plumbing, wet works, partitioning, graphics). Evaluate and compare subcontractor quotations, negotiating best possible pricing and terms. Compile and populate client BOQs and detailed quotes within required timeframes. Cost Control & Management Benchmark and update cost databases for materials, labor, and subcontractor rates. Track changes in client requirements and assess cost implications. Stakeholder & Supplier Coordination Liaise closely with internal project management, manufacturing, and installation teams to align costings with operational requirements. Provide ongoing support to project managers during project execution regarding budgets, variations, and cost controls. Reporting & Compliance Ensure compliance with company processes, industry standards, and client expectations. Prepare post-quote analysis to improve accuracy and competitiveness in future bids. Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field. Minimum 5+ years experience as a QS in the retail fit-out / shopfitting / building construction sector. Proven track record in tendering, quoting, BOQ preparation, and subcontractor management . Strong understanding of retail construction and fit-out processes. Exceptional analytical and numerical skills. Strong negotiation and supplier management capabilities. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines (3-day turnaround expectation). Proficiency in MS Excel, costing software, and BOQ preparation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multitask across multiple projects. Team-oriented, yet capable of working independently. Results-driven with a proactive mindset. Resilient and able to perform under pressure. Highly organized and methodical approach to work. Professional, ethical, and committed to delivering quality outputs.
Overview
The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing the full costing, quoting, and bill of quantities (BOQ) process for turnkey retail shopfitting projects. This includes analysing client technical packs, preparing internal costings for fixtures, fittings, and shopfitting, obtaining and negotiating subcontractor quotations for all external trades, and compiling comprehensive client-ready BOQs and quotations. The role is critical in ensuring competitive, accurate, and timely submissions (3-day turnaround), enabling the business to deliver seamless turnkey solutions to clients in the retail sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Tender & Quote Preparation
Review and analyse client technical packs and project specifications.
Ensure accuracy and competitiveness of all quotations while maintaining profitability.
Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
Maintain detailed costing records for transparency and audit purposes.
Qualifications & Experience
Skills & Competencies
Personal Attributes
Package - Market related, Pension, Medical, 13th Cheque.
Working Hours 7 : 30-5 : 00 Mon-Thur, Fri 3 : 00. Overtime may be required; the package is all-inclusive.
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