Abonga Mtati
Quantity Surveying Professional
Hotazel,Northern Cape
Summary
Results-driven Quantity Survey Professional experienced in cost analysis and budget management. Optimised project financial performance through detailed reporting and strategic procurement processes while implementing cost control measures and coordinating with stakeholders to achieve project objectives. Delivered value by managing on-site valuations, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and achieving cost efficiency through value engineering and thorough budget preparation.
Overview
3
3
Languages
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Quantity Survey Professional
Kalagadi Manganese
Hotazel (Kuruman), South Africa
04.2013 - Current
- Conducted cost analysis and prepared detailed reports to optimise project financial performance.
- Managed procurement processes, including tendering and contract negotiation, to secure best value for projects.
- Analysed project specifications and drawings to identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
- Implemented cost control measures to maintain projects within budget without compromising quality.
- Prepared final account settlements, including all relevant financial adjustments and claims.
- Conducted on-site valuations and work progress assessments for interim payment certifications.
- Coordinated with project managers to align cost management strategies with operational objectives.
- Monitored changes to project design or activities and adjusted budgets to incorporate new expenses and revenue.
- Maintained comprehensive records of all project costs, adjustments, and budgetary changes.
- Monitored construction stages to verify adherence to contractual agreements and quality standards.
- Liaised with contractors and suppliers to resolve discrepancies in project billing and payments.
- Facilitated regular meetings with project stakeholders to provide updates on cost management and progress.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to estimate project costs and timelines accurately.
- Evaluated construction methods and materials for cost efficiency and sustainability.
- Negotiated with subcontractors to achieve cost-effective solutions and timely project delivery.
- Drafted tender and contract documents for vendors and contractors, using documentation to govern different project activities.
- Reviewed legal documents and contracts to safeguard company interests and compliance.
- Helped clients get value for money by perusing construction plans and drafting quantity requirements for budget planning purposes.
- Approximated quantities, costs and time scales for material and labour for planning and resource allocation purposes.
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Built Asset Management
Hotazel (Kuruman)
06.2010 - 03.2013
- Monitored, tracked and analysed planned and actual costs throughout development of the Kalagadi Mine projects to effectively manage allocated budgets.
- Safeguarded effective management of 4 main contract and 6 subcontract accounts by ensuring adherence to interim valuation procedures.
- Prepared and presented detailed initial budgets and cost plans in project planning stage.
- Oversaw subcontract procurement from initial tender enquiry preparation through to order placement.
- Managed procurement, valuation, contractual and commercial issues on multiple construction projects since June 2010.
- Formulated and implemented strategies to maintain project control and enhance final margins.
- Maintained budget adherence with strict commercial and contract management.
- Collaborated with internal teams to verify project viability and improve cost-effectiveness.
- Developed accurate pricing schedules, obtaining and reviewing quotes for work and services.
- Complied to all main contract and subcontract processes.
- Assessed applications, valuations and cost reconciliations and drafted reports with findings.
- Measured, certified and approved sub-contractor interim valuations.
Quantity Surveyor
Roberts Brothers Construction
East London
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Assessed applications, valuations and cost reconciliations and drafted reports with findings.
- Measured, certified and approved sub-contractor interim valuations.
- Attended development, pre-start and subcontract meetings.
- Managed client relationships and requirements at contractual level.
- Handled project schedules and managed stringent deadlines to deliver projects within agreed timelines.
- Tracked and monitored project milestones and budgets to prepare progress reports.
Junior Quantity Surveyor
WBHO Construction
Port Elizabeth
09.2007 - 07.2009
- Measured, certified and approved sub-contractor interim valuations.
- Developed accurate pricing schedules, obtaining and reviewing quotes for work and services.
- Assessed applications, valuations and cost reconciliations and drafted reports with findings.
- Attended development, pre-start and subcontract meetings.
- Complied to all main contract and subcontract processes.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to obtain quotes for specialised services.
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Lindile Mteza And Associates
East London
03.2007 - 08.2007
- Quantity Take-offs
- Asssist in Tender documents preperation
- Monthly payment valuation assessments
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Quantity Surveying
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 02.2003 - 11.2006
Skills
- Cost analysis
- Cost control
- Budget management
- Budget Preparation
- Construction estimating
- Bill of quantities preparation
- Quantity take-offs
- Tender analysis
- Contract negotiation
- Procurement strategies
- On-site valuations
- Payment valuations
- Value engineering
- Computer literacy
- Client relations
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Cost estimation
- Bills of quantities preparation
- Variations assessment and control
- Contract administration
- Contractual understanding
- Cost reporting
- Tenders evaluation
- Materials sourcing
- Client liaison
- Budget optimisation
- Project cash flow forecasting
- Construction law knowledge
- Aptitude for maths
- Quantity take-off
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Xhosa
Advanced
C1
Zulu
Intermediate
B1
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Quantity Survey Professional
Kalagadi Manganese
04.2013 - Current
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Built Asset Management
06.2010 - 03.2013
Quantity Surveyor
Roberts Brothers Construction
08.2009 - 05.2010
Junior Quantity Surveyor
WBHO Construction
09.2007 - 07.2009
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Lindile Mteza And Associates
03.2007 - 08.2007
Certificate of Higher Education - Quantity Surveying
University of The Witwatersrand
02.2003 - 11.2006