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Ntabiso M. Mhlanga
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Ntabiso M. Mhlanga

Quantity Surveyor
Rosh Pinah,KA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Senior Quantity SurveyorContracts Manager / Senior EstimatorProject ManagerSenior Estimator

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$50000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company Retreats

Summary

Results-driven Quantity Surveyor with a decade of experience in cost estimation, tendering, contract administration and project scheduling across building, civil, mining and infrastructure projects. Skilled in achieving cost savings through strategic procurement and contract management. Strong track record of delivering projects on time and within budget while ensuring regulatory compliance. Adept at stakeholder engagement, team leadership and risk management. Currently pursuing opportunities in the international market.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

Senior Quantity Surveyor

K. Neumayer Civil Contractors (Pty) Ltd
12.2022 - Current
  • Directed tendering and cost estimation for large-scale mining projects, consistently achieving competitive bids that enhanced win rates and securing successful contract awards.
  • Developed and implemented project schedules and procurement strategies that optimized resource allocation, reduced lead times and ensured on-time delivery of key project milestones.
  • Implemented robust cost control systems, conducting valuations and financial reporting that improved budget accuracy and reduced cost overruns as well as tracking all variations.

Site Manager (Site Agent)

Octagon Construction (Pty) Ltd
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Directed day-to-day site operations, ensuring adherence to project schedules and quality standards.
  • Improved project delivery efficiency and controlled costs through negotiating pricing with subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Achieved zero major incidents on-site by enforcing compliance with regulatory, contractual and safety standards.

Career Break – Personal Projects

06.2021 - 10.2021
  • Undertook professional development and personal construction-related projects.

Contracts Manager / Senior Estimator

FA Developers
03.2020 - 05.2021
  • Successfully managed dual responsibilities as Contracts Manager and Senior Estimator, streamlining contract administration while delivering accurate cost estimates that secured multiple tenders.
  • Developed and enforced safe construction practices, maintaining an exemplary safety record with minimal incidents.

Project Manager

FA Developers
03.2017 - 02.2020
  • Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives and optimized pricing strategies, boosting company revenue and increased profits to more than 20% of contract value.
  • Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams across civil and structural works, ensuring timely project delivery within budget constraints.
  • Administered subcontractor contracts, including valuations and variations, to streamline processes and consistently deliver projects on schedule.

Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager

Alugodhi Construction and Renovations
06.2016 - 02.2017
  • Delivered 15% cost savings through strategic procurement and supplier negotiations without compromising on quality.
  • Directed site activities and coordinated consultant deliverables, achieving smooth project execution and client satisfaction.

Quantity Surveyor

Immaculate Services
11.2015 - 05.2016
  • Delivered projects within budget while maintaining proactive client communication, resulting in repeat business opportunities.
  • Achieved successful contract awards through strategic tendering and meticulous cost estimation, enhancing compliance with client requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying

National University of Science And Technology
Bulawayo
11-2015

Skills

  • Tendering expertise

  • Financial valuations and reporting

  • Contract management

  • Proficient in FIDIC, NEC, and JBCC contract administration

  • Stakeholder relationship management

  • Team leadership

  • Analytical Thinking

  • Professional communication

  • Problem-Solving

  • Subcontractor management

  • Dispute resolution

  • Cash flow forecasting

Affiliations

Applicant Member, Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), Pursuing CPD’s and aiming for Chartered status.

Certification

  • CCS Candy: Estimating & Valuations
  • CCS Candy: Construction Planning and Programming
  • CCS Candy: Forecast Budget & Cashflow

Languages

English
Ndebele

Interpersonal Strengths

  • Leadership
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving

Personal Information

Willing to relocate

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

Construction Computer Software (CCS) Candy

Buildsmart

CostX

Planswift

MS Office Suit

Timeline

Senior Quantity Surveyor

K. Neumayer Civil Contractors (Pty) Ltd
12.2022 - Current

Site Manager (Site Agent)

Octagon Construction (Pty) Ltd
11.2021 - 11.2022

Career Break – Personal Projects

06.2021 - 10.2021

Contracts Manager / Senior Estimator

FA Developers
03.2020 - 05.2021

Project Manager

FA Developers
03.2017 - 02.2020

Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager

Alugodhi Construction and Renovations
06.2016 - 02.2017

Quantity Surveyor

Immaculate Services
11.2015 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying

National University of Science And Technology

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