Zilungile Mpongoma
14 viewlands 05 Philip Avenue Durban
Summary
Results-driven registered Candidate Quantity Surveyor with over 4 years of hands-on experience in quantity surveying and site management. Specialises in measuring quantities, preparing estimates, and managing project costs while effectively handling claims and payment reviews. Experienced in subcontractor management and project oversight, ensuring timely project completions. Committed to leveraging technical expertise and organisational skills to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Quantity Surveying Intern
KZN Department of Health
Pietermaritzburg
05.2022 - 06.2026
- Prepared detailed estimates to facilitate budgeting and financial planning
- Compiled comprehensive bills of quantities to support procurement processes
- Measured quantities accurately to ensure reliable estimates for various projects
- Assessed variation orders to determine their financial implications on project budgets, enabling informed decision-making
- Reviewed payments and claims for compliance with contractual terms, safeguarding financial integrity
- Finalised accounts to ensure all costs were accounted for in project completion
- Compiled final accounts for projects, ensuring all financial components were accurately recorded
- Developed a schedule of rates to facilitate accurate pricing of works
- Reviewed CPAP (Escalations) for compliance with current market conditions
- Ensured robust cost management to align with financial objectives
- Coordinated project management activities to align resources and timelines effectively
Site Supervisor
Alf Zim Construction cc
Umzimkulu
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Oversaw labour and material management to optimise resource allocation and enhance operational efficiency
- Managed subcontractor performance to ensure timely task completion and adherence to project standards
- Executed quality control measures to ensure adherence to engineering specifications and regulations
- Interpreted and analysed construction drawings to facilitate project execution
- Maintained daily site diary to improve communication and track project progress
- Evaluated subcontractor claims for accuracy and compliance with project specifications
- Prepared and submitted claims in line with contractual agreements
Education
Advanced Diploma - Quantity Surveying
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town11-2024
Diploma - Building
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Durban11-2020
BSC Honours - Quantity Surveying
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg07-2026
Skills
- Estimation
- Cost control
- Contract Management
- Financial analysis
- Project Management
- Time management
- Conflict Resolution
- Dispute Resolution
Languages
IsiXhosa
IsiZulu
English
Custom
Lindelwa Mathenjwa, Quantity Surveyor, KZN Department of Health, 0794137560, 0339402576
Timeline
Quantity Surveying Intern
KZN Department of Health
05.2022 - 06.2026
Site Supervisor
Alf Zim Construction cc
10.2021 - 03.2022
Advanced Diploma - Quantity Surveying
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Diploma - Building
Mangosuthu University of Technology
BSC Honours - Quantity Surveying
University of Johannesburg