PROJECT QUANTITY SURVEYOR/SITE AGENT

About

Afribuild Construction is seeking a qualified and motivated Projects Quantity Surveyor / Site Agent to join our team in Lilongwe, Malawi. This dual-faceted role combines comprehensive cost management and surveying responsibilities with on-site supervisory duties to ensure the successful, on-time, and within-budget execution of our Construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Quantity Surveying Assistance
  • Preparing detailed material estimates, cost plans, bills of quantities (BOQs), and comprehensive tender documents.
  • Monitor active project budgets, track daily/weekly expenditures, and assist in managing variations to safeguard target financial outcomes.
  • Measure, value, and record physical construction progress on-site regularly to support interim valuations and final account processing.
  • Review and evaluate subcontractor quotes, claims, and invoices for accuracy and contractual alignment prior to management approval.
• Site Management & Operations
  • Manage day-to-day on-site operations to ensure field activities advance safely, efficiently, and strictly within the approved master timeline.
  • Supervise site artisans, laborers, and external subcontractors, monitoring work quality and absolute adherence to engineering and architectural specifications.
  • Coordinate the prompt procurement delivery, secure on-site storage, and optimized allocation of construction materials and heavy machinery.
  • Maintain accurate, comprehensive daily site logs, progress journals, incident diaries, and health & safety compliance records.
  • Serve as the core practical liaison link combining site-level labor teams, subcontractors, and senior corporate management.

Qualifications

• Education: BSc Degree in Quantity Surveying from a recognized tertiary institution.
• Experience: Prior operational experience working directly on active construction sites or assisting within an established quantity surveying firm is highly preferred.
• Technical Mastery: Solid, demonstrable understanding of civil engineering/construction processes, strict cost-control workflows, accurate building measurements, and robust material estimating methods.
• Leadership: Strong leadership capabilities and polished verbal/written communication skills to manage varied site teams and subcontractor forces successfully.
• Software Capabilities: Analytical, detail-oriented frame of mind paired with high functional proficiency across Microsoft Excel and industry-standard measurement or drafting packages.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should submit their application via email:
Contact Email: afribuildconstruction@hotmail.com
Subject Line: Application for Projects Quantity Surveyor - [Your Full Name]
Please ensure your application includes a comprehensive Cover Letter, an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), and copies of your academic qualifications.