Francis Kabanga
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Senior Quantity Surveyor with proven experience in high rise buildings and expertise in cost management, contract administration, and budget control within the Middle East construction sector. Working closely with commercial and project teams to maximise value, mitigate financial and contractual risks, and support the timely, high-quality delivery of large-scale developments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Shapoorji Pallonji Mideast L.L.C
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2025.09 - Current
- Assist Commercial Manager in analysing completed projects for future cost improvements.
- Prepared interim valuations, ensured timely consultant’s payment certificates .
- Undertook pricing and assessment of variations in design changes to maintain budgetary control.
- Implemented cost control measures, enhanced overall profitability.
- Managed contract negotiation for beneficial vendor relationships.
- Created detailed monthly cost reports for effective communication with stakeholders.
- Measured, certified and approved sub-contractor interim valuations.
- Managed projects with average value of AED2.5 billions from start to completion.
Quantity Surveyor
LVM & Company (Formerly Lovemore)
Cape Town, South Africa
2021.02 - 2025.08
- Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
- Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.
- Managed and coordinated cost, availability and timely delivery of materials and project schedules for suppliers.
- Managed subcontractor relationships by setting clear expectations, maintaining open communication channels, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Implemented cost control measures throughout projects'' lifecycle, minimizing financial risks associated with scope changes or unforeseen events.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
- Determined budgets for prospective projects to plan for future expenditures and utilize resources wisely.
Junior Quantity Surveyor
LVM & Company (Formerly Lovemore)
2017.11 - 2021.02
- Assisted in the preparation of final accounts, ensuring accurate and timely settlement of payments with subcontractors.
- Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
- Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
- Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
- Reviewed all consultant drawings and made recommendation to adjust site requirements.
- Assisted in achieving project deadlines by developing and maintaining progress measurement systems for ongoing construction works.
- Ensured accurate project cost control by monitoring and adjusting budget allocations throughout project duration.
Education
Bachelor Of Technology - Quantity Surveying
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape TownCertificate - Construction Estimating & Valuations
CCS Construction Computer Software
Cape TownDiploma - Architectural And Building Sciences
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape TownSkills
- Competent in construction methodology and detailed oriented
- Resilient under pressure
- Cost control proficiency
- Budget optimisation knowledge
- Cost planning and control
- Resource allocation efficiency
- Proactive decision-making
- RICS standards compliance
- Project financial reporting
- Materials estimation accuracy
- Time-Critical task completion
- Estimating proficiency
- Proficiency in cost planning
- Commercial progress reporting
- Cash flow forecasting
- Excel proficiency
- MS Office proficiency
- Quantity takeoff
- Candy proficiency
- Autocad proficiency
- PlanSwift proficiency
- CVR reporting
Languages
English
French
Personal Information
Title: Quantity Surveyor
Languages
5,6
Interests
Fishing, Reading & Hiking
Timeline
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Shapoorji Pallonji Mideast L.L.C
2025.09 - Current
Quantity Surveyor
LVM & Company (Formerly Lovemore)
2021.02 - 2025.08
Junior Quantity Surveyor
LVM & Company (Formerly Lovemore)
2017.11 - 2021.02
Bachelor Of Technology - Quantity Surveying
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Certificate - Construction Estimating & Valuations
CCS Construction Computer Software
Diploma - Architectural And Building Sciences
Cape Peninsula University of Technology