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Education
Skills
Certification
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Soft Skills
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KARABO REGINAH LUCAS

Kimberley,Northern Cape

Summary

Highly motivated and detail-oriented Quantity Surveying graduate with an Advanced Diploma in Quantity Surveying and a Merit Award for academic excellence. Strong knowledge of cost management, project estimation, and contract administration in the construction industry. Committed to delivering value through accurate and efficient financial oversight. Practical experience in quantity surveying principles. Eager to contribute to innovative and sustainable construction projects, collaborating with industry professionals to drive cost-effective and high-quality outcomes.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Civil Engineering Intern

Department of Roads and Public Works
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • Project management and co-ordination
  • Project programme developing, implementation, compliance monitoring and closing of contracts Attendance of regular site progress and technical meetings
  • Oversee administration
  • Report writing
  • Effective decision-taking and problem saving
  • Assisted with construction site inspections to ensure projects were executed according to design specifications and applicable codes.
  • Supported successful project completion by performing quality control checks on engineering calculations and design drawings.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Quantity Surveying

Nelson Mandela University
12-2024

Diploma - Construction

Nelson Mandela University
12-2023

National Diploma - Civil Engineering

Motheo TVET College
12-2018

Skills

  • Legal and contractual compliance
  • Contract administration
  • Project Cost control
  • Bill of Quantities
  • Tender evaluation
  • Dispute resolution
  • Cost estimation
  • WinQS

Certification

  • WinQs Quantity Surveying System
  • DimX CAD Program
  • Health and Safety | Master Builders Association
  • Introduction to Digital Estimating S201 | RIB Candy
  • Introduction to Digital Planning S202 | RIB Candy

Accomplishments

  • Nelson Mandela University
  • Advanced Diploma in Quantity Surveying awarded Cum Laude
  • Diploma in Building awarded Cum Laude

Soft Skills

  • Technical Report Writing and Computer Skills, In my role as an Intern, I compiled various project reports such as planning and implementation reports, project progress reports and practical and final project completion reports. I used the following Microsoft Office Packages: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Outlook.
  • Communication Skills, I have excellent written and verbal communication skills. I can articulate myself well and professionally in written communication which includes emails and letters. I can clearly communicate in meetings and presentations.
  • Drawings, I am competent in reading, interpreting and understanding building drawings. My role has always required this skill and ability to enable the successful implementation and completion of projects as per the client's desire.
  • Project Management, In my role as an intern I took part and was responsible for project planning, implementation, administration and compliance monitoring of various contracts.
  • Problem-solving, In my role I always kept an open-mind in facing the various challenges we were confronted with in the various projects. Together with the team we would always ensure that we consider the views, thoughts and contributions of the client and other colleagues as it relates to problem solving in projects.

Professional Statement

Dedicated and detail-orientated construction studies graduate in possession of two diploma's along with an advanced diploma in quantity surveying with a keen interest in sustainable construction and digital technologies. Through the accumulation of relevant experience and qualifications in the built environment, I hereby look forward to collaborating with industry professionals and contributing to innovative projects that prioritize environmental responsibility and social value.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Afrikaans
Professional Working
Setswana
Professional Working

Timeline

Civil Engineering Intern

Department of Roads and Public Works
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • WinQs Quantity Surveying System
  • DimX CAD Program
  • Health and Safety | Master Builders Association
  • Introduction to Digital Estimating S201 | RIB Candy
  • Introduction to Digital Planning S202 | RIB Candy

Advanced Diploma - Quantity Surveying

Nelson Mandela University

Diploma - Construction

Nelson Mandela University

National Diploma - Civil Engineering

Motheo TVET College
KARABO REGINAH LUCAS