CORPORATE SERVICES DIRECTORATE

MONITORING AND EVALUATION UNIT

1. SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR RDA5 (2 POSITIONS): HEAD OFFICE

Job Summary

Reporting to the Principal Quantity Surveyor, the Senior Quantity Surveyor is responsible for providing vital input in the monitoring and evaluation of road projects by giving costing advice, providing cost estimates and cost risk analysis, appraising breakdowns of rates and/or lump sum prices and ensuring cost control of road projects undertaken by the Agency in accordance with the specific conditions of contract so as to ensure value for money. Key responsibilities will include:

a) Preparing detailed cost estimates.

b) Maintaining cost tracking database.

c) Analysing contractor claims.

d) Monitoring cost performance.

e) Supporting cost risk analysis.

f) Assisting in reviewing certification processes.

g) Performing any other lawful duties as may be assigned to him/her by the supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building Science or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Valid Membership of the Zambia Institute of Quantity Surveyors.

Skills and Attributes

• Good team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work with minimum supervision.
• Effective cost planning and control techniques.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Mature and courteous with professionalism and respect in all interactions.
• Must be computer literate, preferably also in project management and predictive cost analytics software.