Chief Quantity Surveyor Grade A

(Re-advertisement: Building) Department: Mpumalanga Provincial Government Centre: Head Office Salary: R1 143 468 – R1 300 944 per annum, (OSD), (all-inclusive package) Reference: CQS/HO/07 DUTIES Provide professional quantity surveying and cost management services to the Departments. Ensure financial control, value engineering, and cost optimisation in the delivery of infrastructure projects. Evaluate, appoint, and monitor the performance of consultants and contractors in compliance with departmental policies. Manage the implementation and monitoring of construction contracts, including certification of payments and resolution of contractual claims. Conduct feasibility studies, develop cost estimates, and maintain accurate project budgets and cash flows. Undertake research and implement new methods, technologies, and sustainable solutions in infrastructure delivery. Ensure alignment with the Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS), Infrastructure Procurement and Delivery Management (IPDM) toolkit, and relevant prescripts. Provide technical support in the preparation of tender documentation, bid evaluations, and adjudication processes. ENQUIRIES Ms PN Yingwane Tel No: (013) 766 6780 e-Recruitment Mpumalanga 175 HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted online through the Provincial e-Recruitment Portal at https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Applicants are required to register and create a profile on the system before submitting their applications. A comprehensive, recently updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including three (3) contactable references and all mandatory documents must be uploaded on the portal to apply for these opportunities. No manual, emailed or faxed applications will be accepted. NOTE Applications received after closing date will, as a rule not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates for the post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). Applicants must disclose if she/he is not a Director/Shareholder of a company or conducting any business with Organ of State and whether is performing any additional remunerative work outside his/her normal duties. The question related to conditions that prevents re-appointment under Part F – “applicants currently employed by the public service do not need to complete the section intended for those seeking re-employment, as their prior employment can be verified”. It will be expected of the shortlisted candidate(s) to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a 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, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. All shortlisted candidates, including the 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. The top 2 candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits/assets, qualifications verification and previous employment background/reference checks will be verified. The successful candidate will enter into an Annual Performance Agreement, and also annually disclose his/her financial interest. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment. Communication and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. SMS Posts: The requirements for appointment at Senior Management Service level include the successful completion of Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, which can be accessed using the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. Candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course prior to appointment. Candidates requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. Communication and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. MANAGEMENT ECHELON Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

Grade 12 plus Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying / Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (NQF Level 8), BTech in Quantity Surveying (legacy NQF Level 7), or a recognised equivalent qualification. Compulsory Registration with South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP) as a Professional Quantity Surveyor (PrQS). Valid drivers’ licence and proficiency in computer applications are essential. Relevant work experience as a Professional Quantity Surveyor, with at least 5 years post professional registration. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Sound knowledge of construction legislation, regulations, and frameworks applicable in the public sector, including the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, CIDB Act, GIAMA, Construction Regulations, and National Building Regulations. Proficiency in quantity surveying software such as WinQS, as well as AutoCAD, MS Project, and Microsoft Office Suite. In depth knowledge of cost planning, contract administration (JBCC, NEC, GCC), building cost norms, and lifecycle costing. Programme and project management. Quantity Survey legal and operational compliance. Quantity Survey operational communication. Process knowledge and skills. Maintenance skills and knowledge. Mobile equipment operating skills. Research and development. Computer-aided engineering applications. Creating high-performance culture. Technical consulting. Professional judgment. Analytical, planning, problem-solving, and report-writing skills. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and multiple infrastructure projects simultaneously.