CV Profile No.53703

Experience in the following industries :

• Engineering, development studies

Professional experience

• Quantity Surveyor
• RA International
• 07.2016 - 05.2021
• • Accurately projected the cost of upcoming projects and provide vital information by developing the cost information needed to determine if a proposed product will be profitable. • Determined which endeavors are making an adequate profit. • Conducted feasibility studies to estimate materials, time and labour costs. • Supported in the preparation, negotiation and analyzing of costs for tenders and contracts. • Prepared tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client. • Undertook costs analysis for repair and maintenance of project work; • Prepared and reviewed project bids. • Priced excavations, Concrete, Brickwork, Woodwork, Roof tiling, External render, Drainage, External works and other price requirements. • Valued completed work. • Analyzed subcontract prices for comparison. • Reviewed and updated pre-bid strategies. • Provided advice on contractual claims. • Performed risk analysis valuations. • Monitored relevant planning authority web sites to identify work opportunities. • Updated tendering database information. • Advised on procurement strategy

• Senior Quantity Surveyor
• National Housing and Construction Company Limited
• 08.2014 - 06.2016
•  Prepared all project procurement plans which includes Material schedule and labour components of the works for projects using MS-Pproject-2013; these projects include Naalya pride Block-I 5.44Billion, Spring Valley Apartments Bugolobi-22Billion Shillings, Mbarara Project 25Billion  Calculates estimates by using processes, labor availability and productivity, material prices, based on historical data. Tabulates cost studies, cash flows, and prospect analysis.  Under general supervision, and occasional direct supervision, performs assignments requiring experience and knowledge of standard concepts within project controls.  Lead negotiator during the negotiation of a contract price between NHCCL and Ambitious Construction Company form 4.5million USD to 3.9million USD.  Represented the company in the arbitration court on dispute of claims from 17million to 7million shillings that was later paid to the contractor.  Regularly visit building sites to monitor the activities of sub-contractors and suppliers, with a view to avoiding any cost escalations and delivery of substandard materials.  Responsible for cost control planning and for actual cost controls during building implementation.  I successfully procured all the materials, supervised and accounted for all the money that was used for renovation of the burnt NHCC Head office premises.

• Quantity Surveyor
• National Housing and Construction Company Limited
• 12.2011 - 08.2014
•  Took site measurement of works executed on site/verified claims of piece workers/Contractors to ensure value for money on all projects handled.  Provided the cost control schedule to all the project engineers for close monitoring of all the activities on site.  Participated in the negotiation of unit rates with the supplies/contractors to bring down the cost close or below the company’s estimated cost  Advise the Architect and structural engineer on the cost implications of the various design and Specs options at the design stage to get optimal for a given construction budget i.e., Naalya pride  Carried out market survey of cost of materials, Labour and Plant rates.  Prepared a schedule of project resources (materials, Labour and plant) and pass on to procurement unit for procurement  Prepared schedule of project resources, works program and Cash flow requirements for all active projects.

• Assistant Clerk of Works
• National Housing and Construction Company Limited.
• 10.2008 - 12.2011
•  Ensured that works are professionally done according to the project design and specifications with regards to quality, cost time and safety.  Carried out routine checks on resources (materials, labour, equipment, sub-contractors, etc.) to ascertain quality and quantity.  Measured and recorded work done by contractors/ piece workers.  Provided technical support service to contractors in interpretation of drawings and specifications  Prepared defects/snags list at the end of each project and ensuring satisfactory rectification.  Kept a site diary and submits weekly reports to the COW.  Prepared monthly cost and progress reports giving actual resources used and work done in conformity to schedule

• Site Supervisor
• National Housing and Construction Company Limited.
• 01.2005 - 01.2005
•  Supervised the construction of Kibuli Primary Teachers’ College three storied Building for classes and laboratories.

• Site Engineer
• Celam Technology and General Contractors Ltd.
• 10.2004 - 01.2005
•  Supervised the Construction of a mosque at Kiwatule –Kampala Donated by the Kuwait Moslem Agency