Job Details

Job Description

At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Job description:

Overall Job Purpose:

• Assist in establishing accurate project budgets, reduce financial and non-financial risk, assist in mediation and avoid unnecessary and costly disputes.

Specific Job Responsibility:

• Review architectural plans and prepare quantity needs
• Estimate the quantity and costs of materials
• Prepare contracts and documents
• Set budgets for payments, inventory needs, and materials
• Analyse costs for maintenance and additional building needs
• Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets
• Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors
• Hire and document contractors and subcontractors
• Act as a liaison between clients and site managers/engineers
• Keep track of construction materials and inventory
• Identify potential financial or construction risks
• Advise clients on improvements, strategies, and/or estimated costs
• Prepare payments for contractors and subcontractors
• Document progress, materials, and reports on project
• Source maintenance costs and facilities management for clients
• Develop and maintain working relationships with contractors and subcontractors
• Utilize software to calculate, record, and track inventory and estimates
• Analyse completed projects to compare costs Budget vs Expenditure
• Raise material requisitions, new stock items and material orders

Job Specific Competencies:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Engineering or related field
• 5-10 years of general construction estimating experience, financial experience, construction experience, or related field
• Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to analyse financial records and apply data to improved results
• Strong aptitude for numbers, spread sheets, and financial reports
• Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets; strong estimating and financial analysis skills
• In-depth understanding of construction, materials, pricing, and industry
• Able to analyse problems and strategize for better solution

Key Job Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills, particularly the ability to communicate with staff who aren’t technically trained
• Self-disciplined, motivated and organized
• Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to interact effectively across diverse cultures and at all levels
• Ability to work un-supervised on different projects simultaneously
• Ability to multi-task when executing different projects

Experience & Qualifications

• General construction estimating experience, financial experience, construction experience, or related field 5 years of general construction
• Degree in Quantity Surveying

• Full grade 12 with a minimum of 5 O’levels
• All qualifications must be certified by ZAQA