Professional Quantity Surveyor - Civil Infrastructure/Water

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Company Description AECOM is seeking a Professional Quantity Surveyor - Civil Infrastructure/Water to be based in South Africa's Enterprise Capabilities office in Centurion . This position will support a team locally based in South Africa and Global Teams. As a part of AECOM's culture, it offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement which accommodates both office and out-of-office work schedules. About Enterprise Capabilities Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes. Start here. Grow here. Job Description Here is what you will do: The Professional Quantity Surveyor acts as project leader, supervising and delivering all aspects of cost management from inception of a project through to completion. Is intrinsically involved in projects and ensures effective delivery input of others. Guides Candidate Quantity Surveyors and independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete design works. Technical Excellence: Facilitates over and coordinate small - mid-size projects. Liaises with the project Executive and the client body to establish and implement a clear project brief. Accountable for a variety of complex deliverables throughout the lifecycle of a project Briefs the team on the project scope to ensure roles and responsibilities are understood Manages the resources on a project and within the established budget Monitors and manages the performance of Project Surveyors and other direct reports Functions as a Deputy Project Manager on APIC on at least one active project Assists with managing project services and projects using APIC and other systems as relevant Ensures all deliverables comply with the PDS Complies with all QA requirements and benchmarks project data Working in conjunction with Executives to assist with the management Client Relationship Management: Begins to build and maintain client relationships. Attends client meetings as technical support to gather information and discuss project requirements, explain/ defend work, etc. Participates in the development and preparation of bids and proposals Presents solutions to clients in a professional and technically competent manner. Qualifications Here is what we are looking for: Minimum 5 years overall experience within the built environment with a focus on Civil Infrastructure/Water Must be registered as PRQS Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying from an accredited, internationally recognized institution or University. Additional Information At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.