Chirango Makoni
Quantity Surveyor
Huntingdon
Summary
Senior Quantity Surveyor with expertise in project delivery and cost management. Proven ability to provide contractual advice and manage financial reporting for large-scale projects. Committed to enhancing client satisfaction through effective stakeholder engagement and robust project execution
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Quantity Surveyor (Site)
Corry and Mukuyu Quantity Surveyor
Harare, Mashonaland East
01.2021 - 06.2025
- Prepared quotations, bids, and tenders, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
- Provided comprehensive cost and contractual advice to project teams, facilitating budget adherence.
- Managed interim certificates and conducted detailed site measurements for effective cost reporting.
- Negotiated variations and extra work to support financial objectives.
- Prepared and submitted final accounts, ensuring consistent positive cash flow throughout project lifecycles.
- Executed large-scale projects effectively, maintaining compliance with industry standards and client expectations.
- Executed Zimplats SMC Smelter Expansion worth US$350 million successfully.
- Oversaw Zimplats Mine 3rd Plant development at Ngezi Concentrator for US$49.5 million.
- Directed Zimplats Mupani Mine Surface Infrastructure project valued at US$13 million.
Site Quantity Surveyor
SGS Bateman (Pty) Ltd - Zimbabwe
Ngezi, Mashonaland East
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Led cost control for high-value projects, ensuring thorough review of construction cost reports, claims, and variations.
- Prepared monthly interim certificates and collaborated closely with project team on all contractual and financial matters.
- Assisted in preparation of final accounts and all contract close-out documentation
- Key Projects:
- Zimplats Water Harvesting & Pollution Control Dam - US$2.5 million
- Zimplats Mupani Mine Power Infrastructure - US$2 million
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Ministry of Works and Transport - Namibia
Windhoek, Khomasdal
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Oversaw cost control and financial management of government ministry building portfolios.
- Scrutinized contractor payments, consultant fees, and project final accounts.
- Managed project cash flows and provided regular financial reporting to key stakeholders
- Key Projects:
- Ministry of Finance Building - N$102 million
- Auditor General Offices - N$90 million
Quantity Surveyor
YM Cassims Quantity Surveyors - South Africa
Mokopane, Limpopo
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Conducted site measurements, prepared project interim valuations, and developed final accounts.
- Led feasibility studies and cash flow reports for various commercial projects
- Key Projects:
- Lephalale High School Phase 1 and Phase 2 - Us$7 million
Site Quantity Surveyor
Eleco Elevator Company - Zimbabwe
Harare, Mashonaland Central
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Led cost control for high-value projects, ensuring thorough review of construction cost reports, claims, and variations.
- Prepared monthly interim certificates and collaborated closely with project team on all contractual and financial matters.
- Assisted in preparation of final accounts and all contract close-out documentation
- Key Projects:
- Joina Centre installation (24 floors) of 14 Elevators and 8 Escalators - Us$5 million
- Monitored construction progress against initial estimates; ensured adherence to allocated budgets.
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Costain Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd - Zimbabwe
Harare, Mashonaland Central
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Oversaw cost control and financial management of government ministry building portfolios.
- Scrutinized contractor payments, consultant fees, and project final accounts.
- Managed project cash flows and provided regular financial reporting to key stakeholders
- Key Projects:
- Homelink (Pvt) Ltd Housing Development Project - Us$7 million
- Conducted on-site measurements, ensured accurate cost estimates.
- Verified subcontractor payment applications with careful scrutiny.
- Maintained detailed records of all site activities for future reference.
- Assisted senior quantity surveyor, improved project efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying
National University of Science & Technology,
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe 08.2002 - 10.2007
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite & WinQS
- Contractual interpretation understanding
- Cost planning and control
- RICS standards compliance
- Feasibility studies execution
- Team leadership
- Procurement management
- Experienced with value engineering
- Contract administration
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Shona (Fluent)
References
- Clara, Nyanhete, PrQS, MRICS, MSc CPM, BSc QS, claranyanhete@gmail.com, +27 81 816 2938, Eskom Holdings- Senior Quantity Surveyor
- Adrian, Scot-Parkin, Construction Manager, scottparkinadrian@hotmail.com, +263 78 133 4992, HATCH (Pty) Ltd
Accomplishments
- Increased company order book by 38% through successful project tendering and contract awards.
- Developed cost control measures that ensured completion of Zimplats projects within budget.
- Successfully negotiated contract variations that led to 20% savings on Zimplats multi-million-dollar projects.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Contract Administration (FIDIC, NEC,GCC...)
- Cost Estimation and Tendering
- Project Cost Control
- Value Engineering & Risk Management
- Team Leadership & Mentoring
- Procurement & Vendor Management
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Post-Contract Variations & Claims Management Cost
- Reporting & Financial Analysis
Certification
- Registered Quantity Surveyor (RQS): Member of Zimbabwe Council of Quantity Surveyors
- Candidate (RICS) aspiring MRICS
- Candidate Quantity Surveyor with the South Africa Council of Quantity Surveying Profession
Timeline
Senior Quantity Surveyor (Site)
Corry and Mukuyu Quantity Surveyor
01.2021 - 06.2025
Site Quantity Surveyor
SGS Bateman (Pty) Ltd - Zimbabwe
06.2018 - 08.2021
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Ministry of Works and Transport - Namibia
01.2013 - 01.2017
Quantity Surveyor
YM Cassims Quantity Surveyors - South Africa
01.2011 - 01.2012
Site Quantity Surveyor
Eleco Elevator Company - Zimbabwe
01.2009 - 01.2010
Junior Quantity Surveyor
Costain Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd - Zimbabwe
01.2008 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying
National University of Science & Technology,
08.2002 - 10.2007
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