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ROLE DESCRIPTION
1.
ROLE DETAILS
Role Title
Quantity Surveyor
Classification Level
Role No
F11996
Discipline
Division
Housing Services
Date Created
Branch/Unit
Asset Services, Property Services
Date Approved
Reports To
Program Manager, Nation Building
Review Date
2.
ROLE CONTEXT
Role Summary
The Senior Quantity Surveyor is a role within Property Services and is accountable to the Program
Manager, Nation Building for:
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Reporting/Working
Relationships
Special Conditions
3.
PO2
providing cost estimating and cost management skills in the design and development of Nation
Building projects, through contracted service providers, to monitor progress of contracts and budgets.
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Program Manager (direct manager)
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Directors and Senior Managers across DFC
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Staff of the Asset Services division
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Internal and external stakeholders, contractors, consultants, other government and non government
departments and members of the general public.
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Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a background screening and criminal
history check.
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Some out of hours work including intrastate travel may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
An appropriate degree in building, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management accredited or
recognised by the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors.
4.
PRIMARY OUTCOMES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
RELATED TASKS
Project Budget & Costings
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Monitor processes associated with identifying, analysing and responding to project
budget/cost risks for Nation Building projects.
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Work with Program and Project Managers to minimise risks of project budgets and costs.
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Provide cost estimation inputs into the relevant stages of concept design, evaluation and
project definition phases of the project.
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Monitor and negotiate cost/quantity dimensions of variances in support of the Program
Manager and relevant project staff.
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Monitor and report on cost management against project budget and plan for the Program
Manager and relevant project staff.
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Provide input to contract, cost and risk management policies and practices, through the
application of all phases of all building projects.
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Research and implement best practice initiatives in the area of cost management.
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Assist in the development of pre-tender estimates to support tender documentation.
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Prepare consistent and appropriate Bill of Quantities and other cost components of tender
documentation.
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Assist in the comparison of tenders.
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Prepare tender specifications and documentation consistent with project brief, SAHT
corporate and government requirements and current building industry standards (in
consultation with Program and Project Managers).
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Act as an expert adviser to tender assessment panels.
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Work with the Building Construction Managers to formulate tender and contract
documentation.
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Evaluate the tender and contract processes, and provide recommendations for
improvement.
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Prepare a rolling series of contracts in line with the agreed schedule of annual work, in
support of the Program Manager.
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Assist in the negotiation of contracts with service providers/builders.
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Maintain consistent and accurate contract files.
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Manage the required insurance and bank guarantees processes.
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Authorise contract payments.
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Undertake “close-out” procedures for contracts.
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Contribute to a project evaluation.
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Provide specialist advice and expertise in quantity surveying as required.
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Personal involvement in quantification of difficult sites when needed.
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Monitor other service providers involved in tendering and contracting processes as
required.
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Maintain professional skills and knowledge of quantity surveying through regular
participation in appropriate professional seminars and forums.
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Understand and follow workplace safety initiatives, identify hazards and contribute to a safe
working environment, as well as follow procedures to manage and minimise risks within the
DFC.
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Follow the principles of a sustainable working environment by following departmental
greening initiatives.
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Model ethical behaviour and practices consistent with SA Government Code of Conduct for
Public Sector Employees and DFC stated values.
Tenders
Building Programs
Quantity Surveying
Organisational Contribution
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5.
DFC CAPABILITIES ( C )
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Adapt communication style and identify strategies to improve communication effectiveness.
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Consider others’ perspectives when communicating, negotiating or presenting arguments to build
rapport.
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Identify networking opportunities to facilitate knowledge transfer.
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Understand the range of connected services provided by the department and their relevance to clients.
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Utilise a variety of information sources to gain insight to understand client enquiries and devise
practical solutions.
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Identify areas where client support is required and discuss situation or concerns with key stakeholders.
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Discuss performance agreements with direct reports.
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Provide specific performance feedback as soon as practicable.
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Take responsibility for delivering business unit outcomes and performance.
Personal Drive &
Professionalism
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Investigate own personal and professional development opportunities.
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Follow safe work practices and contribute to the well-being and safety of team/unit.
Continuous
Improvement
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Analyse trends internally and externally to identify opportunities to enhance departmental operations.
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Develop and implement solutions based on research to improve organisational performance.
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Identify potential risks and implement action plans to manage and minimise the risk.
Relating &
Communicating
Client Focus
Achieving
Objectives
Respect Cultural
Diversity
6.
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Take action and provide services that are inclusive of Aboriginal people and people from culturally and
linguistically diverse backgrounds as well as engaging in learning about other cultures to better
establish relationships and improve services.
ROLE SPECIFIC CAPABILITIES
1
Quantity Surveying- utilise experience in providing cost estimating and cost management skills in the design and development
of building projects, including contracts administration and preparation of cash flow plans.
2
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution- utilise experience in negotiate successful contract outcomes for the department and
resolve conflicts.
3
Time Management – ability to manage a high and varied workload, organise priorities, meet deadlines and use initiative.
4
Analysing and Reporting - analyse and integrate information from a variety of resources to develop and deliver reports and
presentations.
5
Built Environment Sector Knowledge – utilise demonstrated knowledge of sectors associated with the built environment.
7.
DELEGATES APPROVAL
ASSESSED BY:
Date:
Signature:
APPROVED BY:
Date:
Signature:
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