Katlego Violet Kola
Property Risk Consultant
Johannesburg
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Property Risk Consultant
Investec Bank Limited
4 2022 - Current
- Knowledge and understanding of the Town Planning process as it relates to property and the development thereof
- Knowledge and understanding of all regulatory and legal building requirements
- Knowledge and understanding of the various legal agreements used during the construction process, i.e JBCC, PROCSA etc
- Staying abreast of the inherent risks associated with lending to properties under development
- Analyzing and assessing new developments feasibilities and the viability of those proposed
- The assessment and authorization of monthly payments on development bonds that Investec are financing developments
- Interaction with clients (Internal & External) and professionals on a regular basis
- Co-approval of and quality control of internal and external valuations.
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Instratin Property Developers
11.2018 - 03.2022
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential issues early on, allowing for proactive mitigation strategies.
- Improved project cost management by overseeing the preparation and analysis of detailed cost estimates and budgets.
- Generated cost and value reports to produce accurate information on cash flow.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids and negotiated contracts, securing competitive pricing while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
- Led a team of junior quantity surveyors, providing mentorship and guidance to improve their skills and performance
Quantity Surveying Consultant
MLC Quantity Surveyors
01.2014 - 10.2018
- Ensured accurate invoicing by reviewing contractor claims for compliance with contract terms and conditions before submission to clients.
- Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
- Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy Econometrics -
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South AfricaMaster of Management Finance and Investment - undefined
Witwatersrand Business School
Johannesburg, South AfricaBachelor of Science (Honours) Quantity Surveying - undefined
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South AfricaCertification
Pr Quantity Surveyor, IT 6216 (SACQSP)
Publications
- The performance of the Broad Based Economic Empowerment compliant listed property firms in South Africa, Journal of Property Investment and Finance, 34, 1, 3-26, Akinsomi, O., Kola, K., Ndlouv, T., Motloung, M., 2016
- Macroeconomic risks and REIT returns: a comparative analysis, Research in International Business and Finance, 42, 1, 1228-1243, Kola, K., Kodongo, O., 2017
- The interdependence of indexed volatilities. In Handbook in Linear and Non-Linear Financial Econometrics- Theory and Practice, IntechOPen, Turkey, 7, 127-154, Kola, K., Sebehela T., 2020
- The (De)mertits of using integral transforms in prediction structural break points, International Real Estate Review, 24, 3, 405-467, Kola, K., Sebehela, T., 2021
- The Capitalized Generalized Autoregressive Conditional Heteroskedasticity, Review of Pacifica Basin Financial Markets and Policies, 25, 3, Kola, K., Sebehela, T., 2022
Timeline
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Instratin Property Developers
11.2018 - 03.2022
Quantity Surveying Consultant
MLC Quantity Surveyors
01.2014 - 10.2018
Property Risk Consultant
Investec Bank Limited
4 2022 - Current
Doctor of Philosophy Econometrics -
University of Witwatersrand
Master of Management Finance and Investment - undefined
Witwatersrand Business School
Bachelor of Science (Honours) Quantity Surveying - undefined
University of Witwatersrand
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