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One Acre FundRwanda Quantity Surveyor Lead (Fixed-Term)
This two-year fixed-term lead role in Bugesera, Rwanda manages cost control for construction and infrastructure work at the Rwanda Institute of Conservation Agriculture (RICA), including a…
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This two-year fixed-term lead role in Bugesera, Rwanda manages cost control for construction and infrastructure work at the Rwanda Institute of Conservation Agriculture (RICA), including a seed centre, bulk utilities supply and irrigation installation. The quantity surveyor oversees more than USD 8 million in projects, leads cost planning and forecasting, and reviews contractor payment claims. The role also supervises an inventory coordinator and works with construction, procurement and supplier teams…
Job Description
This two-year fixed-term lead role in Bugesera, Rwanda manages cost control for construction and infrastructure work at the Rwanda Institute of Conservation Agriculture (RICA), including a seed centre, bulk utilities supply and irrigation installation. The quantity surveyor oversees more than USD 8 million in projects, leads cost planning and forecasting, and reviews contractor payment claims.
The role also supervises an inventory coordinator and works with construction, procurement and supplier teams to keep projects on time and within budget. It suits a registered quantity surveyor with at least five years of comparable project experience.
Responsibilities
- Own cost control and budget delivery for the seed centre, utilities and irrigation projects
- Handle cost planning, estimates, projections and cost-to-complete reviews
- Carry out market price checks and keep commercial files and contract papers current
- Review contractor and subcontractor payment claims and prepare cash-flow and cost reports
Requirements
- Degree-level training in quantity surveying, or in a closely aligned discipline
- At least five years of quantity surveying on projects of comparable scale, worth around USD 8 million (RWF 12 billion)
- Membership of the Rwanda Institute of Quantity Surveyors or an equivalent recognised body
Qualifications
- Knowledge of construction methods, procurement processes and building regulations
- Familiarity with estimating software, spreadsheet work and project tools
Core Skills
Benefits
- Medical cover, housing support and other benefits
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Where is the job located?
The posting places the role in Bugesera, Rwanda, on site, for a two-year contract.
What experience is required?
The posting asks for at least five years of comparable quantity surveying on projects worth around USD 8 million (RWF 12 billion), plus professional registration.
What is the deadline?
The posting lists 31 December 2026 and says applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the post is filled.
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