Melanie Bacamwabo
Aspiring Quantity Surveyor
Johannesburg
Summary
Driven Quantity Surveyor student with experience at Nouvall Investments (BAPS Temple), mastering cost estimation and effective communication. Excelled in applying Revit and WinQS to develop financial strategies, ensuring project success. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level Quantity Surveying position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. I am ready to expand my horizons with additional knowledge gained from training and experience.
Overview
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4
Certifications
Work History
Student Quantity Surveyor
Nouvall Investments (BAPS Temple)
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Learned the importance of understanding construction and engineering drawings.
- Calculated subcontractor claims for works completed.
- Measured different bill items by hand and compared them to the senior QS's measurements.
- Learned about different cost planning and schedule management software.
- 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.
- Helped develop comprehensive cost plans to guide project execution, ensuring financial efficiency and success.
- Acquired knowledge about land surveying.
- Researched construction cost trends to stay up-to-date with industry developments and changes.
- Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
- Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying
University of The Wiwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Construction Studies
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Report Preparation
Cost Estimation
Construction Law
Goal Setting
Effective Communication
Analytical Thinking
Revit, WinQS, DimensionX, and Candy expertise
Decision-Making
Data Collection
Problem-Solving
Document Preparation
Dispute Resolution
Additional Information
- Learned how to manage a site, manage a project, estimate prices, draw up bills of quantities, and read drawings.
- Followed along lectures and made notes for later reference and study.
- Helped complete and lead assigned group projects, consistently meeting objectives and deadlines.
- Met course goals and achieved good marks with diligent completion of assignments.
- Applied knowledge to help other students better understand course material and improve performance.
- Volunteered as a peer support advocate for the Academic Development Unit (ADU) assisting the first years during orientation week.
- As a youth administrator, I take notes and share them, organize activities, and ensure that an environment of trust and care is cultivated.
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Afrikaans
Elementary (A2)
Certification
WinQS
Timeline
Student Quantity Surveyor
Nouvall Investments (BAPS Temple)
06.2024 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying
University of The Wiwatersrand
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Construction Studies
University of The Witwatersrand
04.2001 -
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