SIPOKAZI MA-AWU
Junior Quantity Surveyor
East London
Summary
Results-driven Junior Quantity Surveyor with 4+ years of experience in construction project support, client communication, contractor onboarding, and financial reporting. Adept at coordinating with clients, managing workflows, and producing cost control documentation. Seeking to leverage operations, scheduling, and client-facing experience in a Sales & Operations Assistant role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2031
2031
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Nozulu Capital Services
09.2022 - Current
- Handled direct client communication for cost negotiations, clarifications, and contractual scope adjustments.
- Scheduled and rescheduled site meetings, variation claim reviews, and consultation calls.
- Onboarded subcontractors by reviewing safety files, insurances, and project timelines.
- Supported junior team onboarding by guiding internal processes and reporting standards.
- Developed an Excel rate-build database that improved cost estimation speed and accuracy.
- Produced stakeholder reports including cost-to-complete, variation summaries, and forecasts.
- Coordinated variation orders, payment applications, and documentation with clients.
- Used Teams, Zoom, WhatsApp Business, and Outlook to manage client and team communication.
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Thulazwe Holdings
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Communicated directly with clients and consultants during project budget tracking and progress claims.
- Assisted in preparing BoQs and project budgets aligned with client expectations and timelines.
- Scheduled monthly site visits and meetings with project teams and engineers.
- Reviewed contractor work progress and compiled payment certifications for submission.
- Supported onboarding of interns by training on tender procedures and internal SOPs.
- Produced monthly project financial reports and assisted with variation claim documentation.
Work Integrated Learning
Elonathemba Construction
03.2017 - 12.2017
- Liaised between site teams and civil engineers for schedule and cost updates.
- Interpreted drawings and managed daily construction operations on-site.
- Tracked material usage and processed payroll and attendance for site staff.
- Coordinated scheduling and record-keeping for project milestones and cost changes.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Construction Management
Nelson Mandela University
National Diploma - Building
Walter Sisulu University
01.2016 - 12.2020
Skills
- Client Communication
- Scheduling & Calendar Management
- Contractor Coordination & Onboarding
- Cost Reporting
- Financial Forecasting
- Workflow Optimization
- SOP Adherence
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Gmail
Timeline
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Nozulu Capital Services
09.2022 - Current
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Thulazwe Holdings
02.2020 - 09.2022
Work Integrated Learning
Elonathemba Construction
03.2017 - 12.2017
National Diploma - Building
Walter Sisulu University
01.2016 - 12.2020
Advanced Diploma - Construction Management
Nelson Mandela University
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