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Junior Quantity Surveyor / Buyer / Stock Controller

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  • R Undisclosed
  • Permanent Junior position
  • South Africa
  • Posted 08 Jun 2026 by Recru-it
  • Expires in 29 days
  • Job 2640429 - Ref PE011623

About the position

Job purpose:
To manage the complete lifecycle of project materials and costs from the company’s central office. You will oversee accurate estimation and contract management (Quantity Surveying), cost-effective procurement of specialized electrical and automation equipment via Sage (Buying), and precise tracking of inventory from the central warehouse to various project sites (Stock Control).
 
Key responsibilities
Quantity surveying and cost control:

  • Estimation: Measure, compile, and price Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for electrical reticulation, switchgear, containment, and BMS networks using project drawings.
  • Cost variations: Identify, price, and submit variation orders (VOs) for changes in electrical designs or site instructions.
  • Claims management: Prepare monthly interim valuations and progress claims for main contractors or clients.
  • Subcontractor: Measure and certify works completed by subcontractors when required.
  • Financial reporting: Reconcile final project costs against original budgets to evaluate project profitability.

 
Buying and procurement:

  • Sourcing: Procure specialized electrical components (cables, containment, switchgear, distribution boards) and BMS hardware (controllers, sensors, actuators) from approved vendors.
  • Order processing: Generate and issue accurate Purchase Orders (POs) through Sage based on approved project drawings and technical specs.
  • Negotiation: Negotiate bulk pricing, discounts, and payment terms with electrical wholesalers and automation suppliers.
  • Supplier management: Monitor supplier lead times closely from the office to ensure long-lead items arrive on schedule to prevent site delays.

 
Office-based stock control and logistics:

  • Sage inventory management: Maintain absolute accuracy of the inventory system within Sage, tracking high-value items (copper cabling, programmable controllers, etc.).
  • Logistics coordination: Coordinate with project and contract managers to arrange in time dispatch of materials from the warehouse or directly to specific construction sites.
  • Reconciliation: Match physical delivery documentation against Goods Received Notes (GRNs) or delivery notes, Sage POs, and supplier invoices to clear payments.
  • Stock audits: Oversee and reconcile regular stock takes at the central warehouse, actively investigating any stock variances.

 
Job requirements and qualifications:

  • Education: Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Electrical Engineering, or Supply Chain/Logistics Management.
  • Experience: 0-1 years of experience.
  • Technical knowledge: Ability to read and interpret electrical schematic drawings, single-line diagrams, and instrumentation diagrams from an office environment would be beneficial but not a prerequisite.
  • Attributes: High attention to administrative details, and communication skills to coordinate between office, warehouse, and site teams.
  • Prerequisites: Must have valid drivers’ license and own vehicle

 
System Experience: Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook and Sage (Accounting / Inventory Management) would be beneficial but not a prerequisite.
Job purpose:
To manage the complete lifecycle of project materials and costs from the company’s central office. You will oversee accurate estimation and contract management (Quantity Surveying), cost-effective procurement of specialized electrical and automation equipment via Sage (Buying), and precise tracking of inventory from the central warehouse to various project sites (Stock Control).
 
Key responsibilities
Quantity surveying and cost control:

  • Estimation: Measure, compile, and price Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for electrical reticulation, switchgear, containment, and BMS networks using project drawings.
  • Cost variations: Identify, price, and submit variation orders (VOs) for changes in electrical designs or site instructions.
  • Claims management: Prepare monthly interim valuations and progress claims for main contractors or clients.
  • Subcontractor: Measure and certify works completed by subcontractors when required.
  • Financial reporting: Reconcile final project costs against original budgets to evaluate project profitability.

 
Buying and procurement:

  • Sourcing: Procure specialized electrical components (cables, containment, switchgear, distribution boards) and BMS hardware (controllers, sensors, actuators) from approved vendors.
  • Order processing: Generate and issue accurate Purchase Orders (POs) through Sage based on approved project drawings and technical specs.
  • Negotiation: Negotiate bulk pricing, discounts, and payment terms with electrical wholesalers and automation suppliers.
  • Supplier management: Monitor supplier lead times closely from the office to ensure long-lead items arrive on schedule to prevent site delays.

 
Office-based stock control and logistics:

  • Sage inventory management: Maintain absolute accuracy of the inventory system within Sage, tracking high-value items (copper cabling, programmable controllers, etc.).
  • Logistics coordination: Coordinate with project and contract managers to arrange in time dispatch of materials from the warehouse or directly to specific construction sites.
  • Reconciliation: Match physical delivery documentation against Goods Received Notes (GRNs) or delivery notes, Sage POs, and supplier invoices to clear payments.
  • Stock audits: Oversee and reconcile regular stock takes at the central warehouse, actively investigating any stock variances.

 
Job requirements and qualifications:

  • Education: Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Electrical Engineering, or Supply Chain/Logistics Management.
  • Experience: 0-1 years of experience.
  • Technical knowledge: Ability to read and interpret electrical schematic drawings, single-line diagrams, and instrumentation diagrams from an office environment would be beneficial but not a prerequisite.
  • Attributes: High attention to administrative details, and communication skills to coordinate between office, warehouse, and site teams.
  • Prerequisites: Must have valid drivers’ license and own vehicle

 
System Experience: Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook and Sage (Accounting / Inventory Management) would be beneficial but not a prerequisite.

Desired Skills:

  • Degree or Diploma
  • interpret electrical schematic drawings
  • valid drivers’ license + own vehicle
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • Teams
  • SharePoint
  • OneDrive
  • Outlook
  • Sage Acc / Inventory Mana

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About the agency

Recruit IT Recruitment IT Recruitment and Talent Sourcing Specialists Offices in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth as well as Consultants working remotely across the country Telephone number 087 805 8536 www.recru-it.co.za >recru-it* COMPANY PROFILE Certified at a BEE Procurement Recognition Level of 110% >Introduction* >recru-it*was established in August 2005 & specializes in and focuses on the full spectrum of positions within the IT and other sectors. We focus our approach on delivering a superior service to both our client and candidate, in all portfolios and phases throughout the Recruitment process, supporting real transformation within the IT Industry and other sectors through ethical and transparent business practices >Value added services* • Advertising Client Roles • Screening Applications • CV searches • Head Hunting Candidates • CV Selection • Labour Broking • Pay structure advice for client & candidate >Additional services on request* • Personal Reference checks • Credit checks • Criminal checks • ID checks • Academic checks • Qualification checks >Placements portfolio* • Software Engineering & Development • I.T. Solution Sales and Strategic Sales • Sales & marketing • Finance and Insurance • HR • Engineering • Administration / Office Management • Healthcare • FMCG • Warehousing / Logistics • Telecommunications • Training and Development • Executive and senior level placements • ERP & CRM Consultants • Project Management & Administration • I.T Executive Management • Business Analysis • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Network Engineering • Support • Testing • Product Support Specialists   >Operational structure * >recru-it*uses a flat open structure in our approach  Each consultant takes personal ownership for each client request. The consultants are account managers with their respective clients ensuring professional and personal interaction at all times.  Our team supports each other in an interactive, transparent manner to deliver highest quality candidates on each specification, thus ensuring a fast and effective turnaround time to fulfill your every labour requirement. >recru-it*was established in August 2005. Carbon foot print  We practice a 90% paperless environment as most of our duties are internet and electronic. >BEE Profile*  >recru-it*is owned by 2 individuals with 8 additional staff members • 50 % of the business is owned by a black person. • 50% of the business is women owned.  >recru-it*has been officially & precisely rated according to our company structure. • We have been certified at a BEE Procurement Recognition Level of 110%. • Enterprise development – on site as well as external training courses for staff ensuring continuous skill improvement. • Corporate Social Investment – we do not have a formal CSI policy, but we do annual donations.

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