Department of Infrastructure Development

Chief Quantity Surveyor Grade A-c

Salary or stipendR1 143 468 – R2 108 922 per annum, (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic

The Department of Infrastructure Development is looking for a Chief Quantity Surveyor Grade A-c. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

Johannesburg (Head Office)Applications close 9 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026Post 38/330, page 251

Reference number: REFS/048661
Appointment: Permanent
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Centre: Johannesburg (Head Office)

What you will need

A Degree in Quantity Surveying or relevant qualification.
A Compulsory registration with SACQSP as a Professional Quantity Surveyor.
A valid driver’s licence.
Competencies: Knowledge of Public Service Act of 1994.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.
Profession Act of 2000.National Building Standards Act of 1977, Regulations and Municipal Regulations.
Programme and project management.
Quantity surveying legal and operation compliance.
Quantity Survey operational communication.
Process knowledge and skills.
Maintenance knowledge and skills.
Mobile equipment operating skills.
Research and development.
Computer-aided engineering applications Skills- Problem solving and analysis, financial management, Communication, Computer skills, Negotiation skills

Experience

A minimum of 6 years post qualification Quantity Surveyor experience required.

Professional registration

A Compulsory registration with SACQSP as a Professional Quantity Surveyor.

Driver's licence

A valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

Competencies: Knowledge of Public Service Act of 1994.Public Service Regulations, 2016.PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
Process knowledge and skills.
Maintenance knowledge and skills.
Mobile equipment operating skills.
Computer-aided engineering applications Skills- Problem solving and analysis, financial management, Communication, Computer skills, Negotiation skills

Key responsibilities

Perform final review and approvals or audits on quantity survey procedure.
Co- ordinate quantity survey efforts and integration across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources.
Set quantity survey standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability.
Monitor quantity survey efficiencies according to organizational goals to direct or redirect quantity survey services for the attainment of organizational objectives.
Ensure availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the quantity survey environment/services.
Manage the operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organizational needs and objectives.
Manage the commercial added value of the discipline-related programmes and projects.
Facilitate the compilation of innovation proposals to ensure validity and adherence to organizational principles.
Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management.
Allocate, monitor and control resources.
Compile risk logs (database) and manage significant risk according to sound risk management practice and organizational

How to apply

Enquiries: Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto at 076 521 4118
Telephone: 076 521 4118