WinQS
Iviwe Zazela
Junior Quantity Surveyor/ Project Administrator
Sandton
Summary
Proactive and detail-oriented, I have excelled at Ayavelisa Consulting by enhancing cost control and fostering client relationships, leveraging skills in 'Cost Analysis' and 'Excellent Communication'. Achieved project completions within budget, contributing to winning bids and improving team productivity through effective multitasking and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Ayavelisa Consulting
03.2019 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of final accounts, ensuring accurate and timely settlement of payments with contractors.
- Assist Senior QS in aiding dispute resolution between contractors and clients through meticulous examination of contract clauses and evidence from site inspections.
- Reviewed all consultant drawings and made recommendation to adjust site requirements.
- Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
- Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.
- Improved client relationships by providing timely and accurate cost reports, maintaining clear communication channels.
- Contributed to successful project completion within budget by monitoring costs throughout all phases of construction.
- Supported tendering process activities, preparing documentation packages that contributed to winning bids for new projects.
- Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
- Organized critical documentation for easy access and retrieval, increasing team productivity.
- Avoided construction delays by efficiently following through with site inspections.
- Managed budgets for multiple projects, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources and minimizing overspend.
- Maintained accurate records of all project-related expenses to facilitate budget tracking and financial reporting.
- Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
- Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Assisted in event planning efforts for company gatherings, conferences, or workshops to enhance employee engagement and networking opportunities.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities while juggling diverse responsibilities, including reception duties.
- Expedited invoice processing by accurately reviewing vendor submissions, reconciling accounts payable discrepancies, and conducting timely payments.
- Coordinated office maintenance and repairs, ensuring safe and pleasant working environment.
Education
Short Course Certificate - Project Management Principles, Practices And Sched
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 04.2001 -
National N Diploma - Engineering Studies ( Civil Engineering)
Buffalo City TVET College
East London, South Africa 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Barkly East High School
Barkly East, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Bill of Quantities
Measurement techniques
Cost Control
Procurement strategy
Cost Analysis
Budget Planning
Project Coordination
Report Preparation
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Excellent Communication
Software
Microsoft Office
AutoCAD 2D
Timeline
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Ayavelisa Consulting
03.2019 - Current
Short Course Certificate - Project Management Principles, Practices And Sched
University of Pretoria
04.2001 -
National N Diploma - Engineering Studies ( Civil Engineering)
Buffalo City TVET College
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Barkly East High School
04.2001 -
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