Samkelisiwe Khusi

Samantha Khusi is a Quantity Surveyor with primary duty of managing the financial aspects of construction projects, ensuring projects remain within budget and adhere to quality standards. Able to estimate project costs, manage contracts, and provide financial reporting. That includes preparing cost estimates, managing procurement, and overseeing financial reporting. Not limited to that but also play a crucial role in cost control, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.

Construction Manager at Khuphuka Engineering (2025-05 – Present)

Reconstruction of Flamingo Park (Unit 2 & 4)

• Overseeing the logistical requirements of the project
• Delegating work to colleagues with my team
• Meeting monthly with clients, third parties and other managers to report on progress
• Conducting site visits to inspect work check materials and ensure staff are following health and safety guidelines
• Writing construction site daily report
• Quantifying all the materials that are going to be needed on site

Alternate Contract Manager / Junior Quantity Surveyor at Camu Consulting (2024-01 – 2025-03)

100 Bed Student Residence R43 million at Howard College

• Assist in Tender Documents Preparation and Compilation
• Attend Technical and Progress site meetings
• Assist in Cost Estimates
• Managing Quality Control Processes
• Compile Cash Flow Projections and Progress forecast
• Site Valuations and Estimations
• Consolidate Interim and Final Payment Certificates
• Planning Site Activities

Junior Quantity Surveyor at Majozi Bros (2022-02 – 2022-07)

Majola House Cotwold Downs Estate R6 Million & Gwala house Cotwold Downs Estate R13.5 Million

• Conducted detailed site surveys to assess project feasibility and support accurate cost estimations for various construction projects
• Analyzed construction contracts to identify critical components and ensure compliance with legal standards during project management
• Gained comprehensive knowledge of the construction project lifecycle, enhancing planning and execution strategies for successful project delivery
• Developed advanced skills in estimating project costs and budgets, applying industry-standard methodologies and tools for precision
• Utilized leading software for quantity takeoff and cost planning, improving project efficiency and accuracy in financial forecasts

Civil Engineer Student at Mpheme Development (2018-02 – 2020-02)

500 RDP Housing Mfume

• Conducted site surveys and assessed project feasibility for various construction projects
• Analyzed construction contracts and understood legal aspects relevant to project management
• Gained insight into the construction project lifecycle, facilitating better planning and execution
• Developed proficiency in estimating project costs and budgets through coursework and hands-on experience
• Utilized software tools for quantity takeoff and cost planning, enhancing project efficiency

Diploma in Building - Construction Management & Quantity Surveying – Mangosuthu University of Technology (2020-01 – 2023-12)

National N Diploma in Engineering – Berea Technical College (2017-01 – 2019-12)