First Quantum Minerals

Junior Quantity Surveyor


PayCompetitive
LocationSolwezi/NORTH-WESTERN
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: JR12798

      At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

      Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

      Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

      Job description:

      Purpose

      • To offer advise on cost of projects, tender documents, contractors payments and projects materials management with attention to detail.

      • Exercise personal discipline and maintain high standards through productivity

      Key Responsibilities

      • Keep accurate records of stores issues and receipts and maintain set minimum stock levels.

      • Preparation of BOQs and Scope of works for tender process
      • Preparation of Budgets for Maintenance works and Capital projects
      • Project estimation
      • Verification and preparation of Contractors Payment
      • Projects Cost management and progress reports
      • Tender Technical evaluation
      • Monthly preparation and submission of job cards
      • Reviewing stores monthly reports and offering guidance to maintain a clean record

      • Exercise personal discipline and maintain high standards through productivity and attention to detail. Be punctual and well presented at all times.

      • Adhere to safety standards strictly
      • Place high importance on good communication with colleagues and seniors.
      • Restrict the use of cell phones to business during business hours except in emergency
      • Take proper care of company assets in your control

      Qualifications

      • Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying, Building Science or any other related qualifications
      • Paid up member of the Zambia Institute of Quantity Surveyors (ZIQS) or Surveyors Institute of Zambia (SIZ)

      Experience

      Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying and ability to work effectively with the whole team and under minimum supervision.

      BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS

      • Teamwork
      • Bold Initiative
      • Self-Driven
      • Keeping Safety First
      • Upholding quality
      • Technical skill
      • Effective communication skills

      OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

      • Proficiency in Candy Software
      • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly excel
      • Able to work with either AutoCAD or ArchiCAD
      • Able to read / interpret complex drawings
      • Valid driving licence (zero restriction)

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  • About the company

      First Quantum Minerals Ltd. is a Canadian-based mining and metals company whose principal activities include mineral exploration, development and mining.

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