EMMANUEL NG'ADI MARA
Dar es Salaam,Tanzania
Summary
Dynamic Quantity Surveyor with proven expertise at Kings Builders Limited in cost planning and project financial control. Adept at budget monitoring and risk management, I successfully optimized project expenditures, ensuring timely completion and compliance. Strong analytical skills combined with effective communication foster collaboration and drive project success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Report coordinator
Marando Entreprises Co. Ltd
Mwanza, Tanzania
10.2022 - Current
- Collected daily and weekly sales figures from Trade Development Representatives (TDR) team and analyzed them against monthly targets set by Vodacom to identify performance trends.
- Optimized the pricing and payment frameworks to enhance market competitiveness and increase customer acquisition.
- Monitored growth of Lipa kwa M-Pesa merchant registrations in North and Lake Zone to support strategic initiatives.
- Coordinated with logistics team to report on availability of routers, SIM cards, and branding materials, ensuring timely distribution and support for sales efforts.
- Ensuring all reports regarding customer registrations(KYC) comply with TCRA regulations to avoid company fines.
Quantity Surveyor
Kings Builders Limited
10.2022 - Current
- Developed master budgets for Micheese II project, overseeing data entry and tracking in TACTIVE Project Management System to enhance budget management.
- Spearheaded preparation and submission of VAT exemption lists for materials (Cement, CRR) on government-funded projects, contributing to overall project cost management.
- Estimating and managing costs of materials and labour for the required project.
- Developed detailed material schedules and equipment lists (owned and leased) to ensure seamless site operations.
- Authored early warning letters for payment delays and outlined intentions to claim interest, safeguarding firm's cash flow.
- Processed Performance Guarantees and Lines of Credit for contract awards.
- Drafted Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) for equipment leasing and established company Codes of Conduct for major tender projects.
- Facilitated the registration and upgrading process for Class One Electrical and Mechanical Contractors with the Contractors Registration Board (CRB).
- Compiled project portfolio including New Bagamoyo Road, Rugaze-Same Project, Micheese II, and Holili-Tarakea Road.
Quantity Surveyor
Jv Spek Limited
Masubwe, Tanzania
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Calculated unit costs for materials, labor, and plant to ensure accurate budgeting.
- Estimating and managing costs of materials and labor.
- Identified differences between planned and actual construction costs during project execution.
- Tracked project spending against budget to maintain financial control throughout execution.
- Managed variations and scope changes to align project execution with client expectations.
- Measuring and valuing the work done at site.
- Matching material usage and recording by conducting the site reconciliation.
- Served as primary point of contact for subcontractor management.
- Worked closely with senior staff to gain practical exposure in quantity surveying career.
- PROJECT; Proposed Construction Of Pump Station(PS-4) To Be Built At Lubeho Ward, Masubwe District In Geita.
- CLIENT; East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP)
- MAIN CONTRACTOR; China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering Co. Ltd.
Quantity Surveyor Trainee
Mellow Architects
Mwanza, Tanzania
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed project plans for college building on specified plots in Nyashishi Area, Misungwi District, Mwanza Region.
- Created architectural plans for the construction of a functional hall and boundary wall on specified plot in Ilemela, Mwanza City.
- Collaborated with MacWish College of Health and Allied Science to understand project requirements.
- Coordinated with Mr. S. A. Masiro to gather project specifications and expectations.
- Instructed workers on interpreting drawings to enhance understanding and execution of project tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of materials in and out of site to support inventory management and project tracking.
- Supervised work progress and enforced safety procedures to maintain a safe site environment.
- Ensured timely completion of assignments.
- Provided administrative support and contributed to departmental progress discussions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Survey and Construction Economics
Ardhi University
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania07-2026
Sengerema High School -
Sengerema High School
Mwanza, Tanzania05-2021
Dareda Secondary School -
Dareda Secondary School
Manyara, Tanzania11-2018
Skills
- Report Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Measurement analysis
- Budget forecasting
- Financial control
- Risk Management
- Claim management
- Cash management
- Contract estimation
- Document Management
- Reporting Techniques
References
- PROF. GERALDINE KIKWASI, QUANTITY SURVEYOR, Ardhi University, P.O. Box 35176, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, +255754 263 235
- ENG. SHAIBU GODIGODI, CIVIL ENGINEER, eng.shaibugodogodi@gmail.com, +255 719 952 786
- ENG. BENEDICT MARA, MANAGING DIRECTOR, Marando Enterprises Co. Ltd, Plot No 22, Block K, Kenyatta Road, Mwanza, Tanzania, P.O. Box 11083, marab@marandoenterprises.co.tz, +255 756 755 742
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Tanzania
Languages
- English
- Swahili, Native
- English, Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Quantity Surveyor
Jv Spek Limited
07.2025 - 09.2025
Quantity Surveyor Trainee
Mellow Architects
07.2024 - 09.2024
Report coordinator
Marando Entreprises Co. Ltd
10.2022 - Current
Quantity Surveyor
Kings Builders Limited
10.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Survey and Construction Economics
Ardhi University
Sengerema High School -
Sengerema High School
Dareda Secondary School -
Dareda Secondary School