1. JOB PURPOSE

UNO Energies is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Quantity Surveyor with AutoCAD & Drafting Skills to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for interpreting construction drawings, preparing accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and producing technical drawings to support project planning and execution.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Quantity Surveying

• Review and analyse architectural and engineering drawings.
• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ).
• Conduct material take-offs and ensure accuracy in measurements.
• Monitor and manage project materials across multiple sites in line with the prepared BOQ.
• Assist in estimate preparation, evaluation, and contract administration.
• Provide cost control and value engineering recommendations.

B. AutoCAD & Drafting

• Create, edit, and update technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Draft construction details, layouts, and plans as required.
• Ensure drawings comply with industry standards and project specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers and architects to refine designs.

3. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be a registered and fully paid-up member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
• All academic qualifications must be certified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of proven experience in quantity surveying and drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and other drafting/design software.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in measurements.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

4. Preferred Attributes

• Experience in both consultancy and contracting environments.
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and industry standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

• Review and analyse architectural and engineering drawings.
• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ).
• Conduct material take-offs and ensure accuracy in measurements.
• Monitor and manage project materials across multiple sites in line with the prepared BOQ.
• Assist in estimate preparation, evaluation, and contract administration.
• Provide cost control and value engineering recommendations.
• Create, edit, and update technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Draft construction details, layouts, and plans as required.
• Ensure drawings comply with industry standards and project specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers and architects to refine designs.

• AutoCAD
• Drafting
• Analytical skills
• Numerical skills
• Attention to detail
• Accuracy in measurements
• Communication skills
• Teamwork abilities
• Microsoft Excel

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Registered and fully paid-up member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
• All academic qualifications certified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)