PROJECTS QUANTITY SURVEYOR

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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ ILLOVO SUGAR (MALAWI) PLC POSITION: PROJECTS QUANTITY SURVEYOR Location: NchaloOrg Unit: Projects & RDOReporting: Project EngineerLocation: Nchalo EstateJob Category: PermanentJob Grade: Front line managerAbout the CompanyIllovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is the country's leading producer of raw, refined and specialty sugars; employing more than 9000 employees. Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is part of Illovo Sugar Africa Group; a wholly-owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc (ABF).Duties and Responsibilities- Ensure that all works are signed off against the BOQ's and the appropriate standards as agreed in a works contract.- Ensure best practice quantity surveying practices to deliver cost effective installations without compromising quality.- Prepare Bills of Quantities for tenders, carry out evaluations, analyse quotes and provide technical guidance to the adjudication team.- Prepare estimates of works and provide guidance on the best procurement method for the particular job.- Monitor effective use of materials, labour and equipment.- Provide guidance to the procurement team on quality, quantity and time delivery of materials.- Adhere to all principles of cost saving measures throughout the lifecycle of a structure during design, implementation, operations, demolition and waste management.- Prepare estimates and budgets for decision making.- Ensuring that purchase orders are done in accordance with section requirements (in terms of quality, usage and price) and that, materials are correctly specified and ordered timely.- Provide technical and professional advice on designs and drawings to ensure conformity to accepted standards and safety whilst being cost effective.- Give priority to safety, quality and environmental principles and practices, for all maintenance and projects, advising the line functions accordingly.- Monitor and report on project progress using Best Practice Quantity Surveying practices to certify project progress during execution.- Sign off all works in line with BOQ's, Quality Control Processes and legislative requirements.- Promote and adhere to Illovo's procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).Job Requirements- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Building Science or Quantity Surveying, Construction Management (with training in measurements) or Diploma (with a minimum of 5 years of practical experience).- Minimum of 3 years experience at industrial installations or in building services.- Leadership and communication skills; ability to negotiate and influence others.- Computer skills (Microsoft office and Microsoft Project).- Ability to accurately interpret drawings and client's needs.How to ApplyPlease send your application letters together with detailed CV with copies of relevant certificates, traceable referees and National ID to:The HR Mill HeadIllovo Sugar (Malawi) Plc,Private Bag 50BlantyreOr through email: nchalohr@illovo.co.zaClosing date for receiving application letters is 20 November 2026 and only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.Illovo is an equal opportunity employer, and women are encouraged to apply.Sugar is our business but people are our sweetest assets.

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Apply by email: nchalohr@illovo.co.za