Larsson Mapulanga
Solwezi
Summary
Dynamic Quantity Surveyor with proven expertise at the Ministry of Housing and Infrastructure Development, excelling in cost estimation and project management. Successfully delivered multiple government projects, ensuring quality and adherence to budgets. Strong communicator and problem-solver, adept at fostering teamwork and driving value engineering initiatives for optimal project outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Quantity Surveyor
Ministry of Housing and Infrastructure Development
Solwezi
11.2023 - Current
- To undertake the preparation of Bills of Quantities, forms of tender, estimates and administer contracts in order to control costs and facilitate the construction of government buildings.
- Bills of Quantities and forms of tender - Timely preparation of Bills of Quantities and Forms of Tender in order to quantify construction works and facilitate tendering.
- Estimates - Timely preparation of cost estimates in order to determine the approximate cost of executing various works.
- Construction Supervision - Effectively supervise the timely construction of government buildings in order to ensure adherence to set standards of quality, safety of buildings and prolonged serviceability.
- Contract Administration - Effective administration and timely implementation of building contracts in order to ensure adherence to contractual obligations and specifications.
- Projects worked on:
- Ikelenge Projects
- Completion of the Construction of a Single Storey Office Block and associated external works.
- Completion of the Construction of a Post Office and associated external works.
- Construction of 10no. Medium Cost Houses and associated external works.
- Completion of the Construction of District Administration Council Office Block, 2No. High Cost Houses and associated external Works.
- Completion of the Construction of Police Station, 2no. Medium Cost Houses, 8no. Low Cost House and associated external Works.
- Construction of 20no. Low Cost Houses and associated External Works.
- Manyinga Projects
- Construction of a Single Storey Office Block and associated external Works.
- Completion of the Construction of Post Office and associated external Works.
- Completion of the Construction of 10no. Medium Cost Houses and associated external Works.
- Construction of District Administration Council Office Block, 2No. High Cost Houses and external Works (Done)
- Completion of the Construction of Police Station, 2no. Medium Cost Houses, 8no. Low Cost House and associated External Work.
- Construction of 20no. Low Cost Houses and associated External Works.
- Solwezi Projects
- Proposed Completion of Construction of Provincial National Passport and Registration Office Block in Solwezi District and associated External Works.
- Proposed Renovation and Alteration to Existing Provincial Veterinery Laboratory in Solwezi District and associated External Works.
- Proposed External Works at the Solwezi Industrial Yard for Small and Medium Enterprises. (Done)
- Mushindamo Projects
- Proposed Construction of Aqua Culture Service Centre for Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries. (Done)
- Zambezi Projects
- Construction of a Police Station Type 2 and associated External Works.
- Kasempa Projects
- Proposed Construction of Aqua Culture Service Centre for Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries. (Done)
- Kabompo Projects
- Proposed Construction of a highly secured cell block in Kabompo District and associated External Works.
- Department of Public Infrastructure
Consultant Quantity Surveyor
QS-Pro Consults
09.2020 - 11.2023
- Cost Management
- Estimating and Budgeting: Preparation of detailed estimates and budgets for construction projects
- Cost Planning: Providing cost planning and guidance to clients, architects and contractors.
- Value Management: Identifying opportunities for cost savings and value engineering.
- Contract Administration
- Contract Preparation: Preparing and reviewing construction contracts, including tender documents and contract agreements.
- Contract Administration: Managing the contract including monitoring progress, certifying payments.
- Claims and Disputes: Providing expert advice and support in resolving disputes and claims.
- Projects worked on:
- Proposed Construction of HGL Ngwerere, Leopards Hill and Twin Palm Service Stations
- Preparation of Bills of Quantities
- Chairing Site Meetings
- Quality Control Inspections
- Preparation of Interim Payment Certificates
- Preparation of Cost and Progress Reports
- Preparation of Final Accounts
- Proposed Construction of Oryx Great North Service Station
- Preparation of Bills of Quantities
- Chairing Site Meetings
- Quality Control Inspections
- Preparation of Interim Payment Certificates
- Preparation of Cost and Progress Reports
- Preparation of Final Accounts
- Oryx Kasama Service Stations
- Preparation of Bills of Quantities
- Preparation of Tender Documents
- Tender Evaluation and Drafting of Tender Evaluation Reports
- Chairing Site Meetings
- Quality Control Inspections
- Preparation of Interim Payment Certificates
- Preparation of Cost and Progress Reports
- Preparation of Final Accounts
- Rubis Waddington Service Stations
- Preparation of Bills of Quantities
- Preparation of Tender Documents
- Tender Evaluation and Drafting of Tender Evaluation Reports
- Chairing Site Meetings
- Quality Control Inspections
- Preparation of Interim Payment Certificates
- Preparation of Cost and Progress Reports
- Preparation of Final Accounts
- Rubis Head Office Renovations and Alterations
- Preparation of Bills of Quantities
- Preparation of Tender Documents
- Tender Evaluation and Drafting of Tender Evaluation Reports
- Chairing Site Meetings
- Quality Control Inspections
- Preparation of Interim Payment Certificates
- Preparation of Cost and Progress Reports
- Preparation of Final Accounts
- Engen Kabwe Service Station
- Preparation of Bills of Quantities
- Preparation of Tender Documents
- Tender Evaluation and Drafting of Tender Evaluation Reports
- Chairing Site Meetings
- Quality Control Inspections
- Preparation of Interim Payment Certificates
- Preparation of Cost and Progress Reports
- Preparation of Final Accounts
- Examination Council of Zambia
- Preparation of Bills of Quantities
- Preparation of Tender Documents
- Tender Evaluation and Drafting of Tender Evaluation Reports
- Chairing Site Meetings
- Quality Control Inspections
- Preparation of Interim Payment Certificates
- Preparation of Cost and Progress Reports
- Preparation of Final Accounts
- Afro Oil Tokyo Way Service Station
- Preparation of Bills of Quantities
- Preparation of Tender Documents
- Tender Evaluation and Drafting of Tender Evaluation Reports
- Chairing Site Meetings
- Quality Control Inspections
- Preparation of Interim Payment Certificates
- Preparation of Cost and Progress Reports
- Preparation of Final Accounts
Education
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying
The Copperbelt University
01.2020
GCE 'O' LEVEL -
Chikankata Secondary School
01.2013
Chikankata Secondary School
01.2010
Chikankata Basic School
01.2008
Skills
- Cost estimation
- Oral communication skills
- Communication skills
- Quality control analysis
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Risk management
- Construction Supervision
- Project management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Contract support
- Value engineering
- Budget planning
- Resource forecasting
- Life cycle costing
- Project coordination
- Financial control
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Cash flow forecasting
- Report preparation
- Technical writing
- Interpersonal skills
- Pricing analysis
- Teamwork
- Analytical skills
- Strategic planning
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving abilities
Languages
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in Bemba
- Fluent in English
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/22/95
- Nationality: Zambian
- Marital Status: Single
- Religion: Christian
References
- Eng. Paul C. Lusaka, Provincial Infrastructure Officer, Ministry of Housing and Infrastructure Development, Department of Public Infrastructure, P.O Box 110094, Solwezi, 0966572824
- Kunda Chansa, Principal Consultant, QS-Pro Consults, 0975693279, Lusaka
- Mr. Lawrence Mutale, The School of Built Environment, Construction Economics and Management, The Copperbelt University, P.O Box 21692, Kitwe
Nrc Number
628935/52/1
Forename
Larsson
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Chitonga
Proficient (C2)
C2
Nyanja
Proficient (C2)
C2
Bemba
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Quantity Surveyor
Ministry of Housing and Infrastructure Development
11.2023 - Current
Consultant Quantity Surveyor
QS-Pro Consults
09.2020 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying
The Copperbelt University
GCE 'O' LEVEL -
Chikankata Secondary School
Chikankata Secondary School
Chikankata Basic School