Summary

Construction for Africa is a growing construction firm delivering high-impact infrastructure projects across Zambia. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to support cost management, contract administration, and project delivery excellence across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs)

Manage the full tendering process including preparation, evaluation, and reporting

Monitor project costs and ensure delivery within approved budgets

Conduct site measurements and valuations for interim and final payments

Administer contracts, including variations, claims, and dispute resolution

Track design changes and adjust cost projections accordingly

Conduct market surveys for materials, labour, and equipment pricing

Prepare financial and progress reports for management and clients

Support procurement planning and subcontractor management

Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements

Participate in site visits, project meetings, and stakeholder engagements

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field

Minimum 4-6 years experience in quantity surveying within the construction industry

Membership or registration with a relevant professional body such as:

• Zambia Institute of Quantity Surveyors (ZIQS)
• Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)

Strong knowledge of construction contracts, cost control, and procurement processes

Proficiency in MS Excel and cost estimation tools

Ability to interpret construction drawings and technical specifications

Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

High attention to detail and strong financial reporting capability

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects

Willingness to travel to project sites when required

Key Competencies

Commercial awareness and financial discipline

Problem-solving and decision-making ability

Strong organizational and time management skills

Integrity and accountability

Team collaboration and stakeholder engagement

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects

Growth within a dynamic and expanding construction company

Exposure to both public and private sector projects

Competitive remuneration (based on experience)

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs)
• Manage the full tendering process including preparation, evaluation, and reporting
• Monitor project costs and ensure delivery within approved budgets
• Conduct site measurements and valuations for interim and final payments
• Administer contracts, including variations, claims, and dispute resolution
• Track design changes and adjust cost projections accordingly
• Conduct market surveys for materials, labour, and equipment pricing
• Prepare financial and progress reports for management and clients
• Support procurement planning and subcontractor management
• Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements
• Participate in site visits, project meetings, and stakeholder engagements

• Proficiency in MS Excel and cost estimation tools
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and technical specifications
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong financial reporting capability
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects
• Commercial awareness and financial discipline
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Integrity and accountability
• Team collaboration and stakeholder engagement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum 4-6 years experience in quantity surveying within the construction industry
• Membership or registration with a relevant professional body such as:
  • Zambia Institute of Quantity Surveyors (ZIQS)
  • Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, cost control, and procurement processes