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Abongile Milisi
Candidate Quantity Surveyor (SACQSP)
Bloemfontein,Free State
Summary
Experienced Quantity Surveyor with expertise in project planning, cost analysis, and scheduling. Skilled in accurate project estimation, cost tracking, and evaluation of proposal specifications. Known for outstanding customer focus, adeptly managing multiple projects and guiding junior team members and interns.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Candidate Quantity Surveyor
Quantum Built & Environment Consultants
Bloemfontein
07.2022 - Current
- Preparing cost estimates
- Bills of quantities production
- Tender documentation
- Attending meetings with other professionals, contractor and client representatives
- Measurements on site
- Contract administration from inception to completion of projects (valuations, monthly reports, final accounts, etc.)
- Financial controls
- Liaising with the professionals on aspects influencing cost (client, designers, contractors)
- Value engineering support exercises
- Project management
Candidate Quantity Surveyor
De Leeuw Group
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Preparing cost estimates
- Bills of quantities
- Tender documents
- Preparing monthly contractor valuations
- Measuring for tender
- Bill of quantities in preparation of final account
- Measurements on site
- Attending site meetings
- Contract administration including preparation of project payment summaries, cost exercises etc.
Admin Assistant
Cape Peninsula University of Technology, IT Centre
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner
- Planned and managed meetings and special events to support company efforts
- Supervise monthly claims procedure
- Daily progress meetings with assistant manager
- Data capturing and filing
- Reconciliation of claim forms to claims schedule
- Leading recruitment efforts and training of new staff
- Lab staff supervision
- Processing of month end salary payments
Resident Assistant
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Assisting with management and operation of the residence including educating residents about maintenance and residents' responsibilities
- Educating students about safety and security issues, on proper use and function of keys and access systems
- Reporting emergency situations and enacting emergency procedures when necessary
- Conducting fire drills in preparation of fire emergencies
- Reviewing of evacuation plans on a monthly basis
- Conducting Health and Safety meeting of the student residence facility
- Assisting in the administrative check in and checkout of residents, room selection
- Conducting weekly inspections of facility pertaining to maintenance
- Draw up maintenance plans and schedule for the facilities
- Inspection of the student residence for maintenance activities
Student Quantity Surveyor
AECOM SA
Cape Town
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Measurement of quantities
- Estimating and pricing
- Progress valuations and certificates
- Preparation of final accounts
- Project cash flow
- On-site measurements
- Site meetings
- Project administration
Education
Bachelor of Science Honours - Quantity Surveying
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2023 - 12.2024
Baccalaureus Technologiae (BTech) - Quantity Surveying
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, South Africa 01.2017 - 12.2017
National Diploma - Building
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, South Africa 01.2014 - 12.2016
Skills
Cost estimation
Bill of quantities
Cost planning
Cost control
Document preparation
Report preparation
Value engineering
Cash flow forecasting
Financial control
Project management
Professional Affiliation
SACQSP, Candidate QS, IT9012
Personal Information
- ID Number: 9402270766081
- Date of Birth: 02/27/94
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 8
- Marital Status: Single
Software
WinQS
MS Office
Hiking
I love hiking because it allows me to connect with nature, offering breathtaking views, a good workout, a sense of achievement, and stress relief. Being outdoors boosts my mental well-being, and I appreciate the freedom to explore at my own pace, tackling different terrains and challenges along the way.
Timeline
Bachelor of Science Honours - Quantity Surveying
University of The Witwatersrand
01.2023 - 12.2024
Candidate Quantity Surveyor
Quantum Built & Environment Consultants
07.2022 - Current
Candidate Quantity Surveyor
De Leeuw Group
08.2018 - 06.2022
Baccalaureus Technologiae (BTech) - Quantity Surveying
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2017 - 12.2017
Admin Assistant
Cape Peninsula University of Technology, IT Centre
01.2017 - 03.2018
Resident Assistant
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2016 - 12.2017
Student Quantity Surveyor
AECOM SA
01.2015 - 12.2015
National Diploma - Building
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2014 - 12.2016
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