UMS Botswana Pty Ltd (a division of the UMS Group) is busy with an underground vertical shaft sinking project with JDS Energy & Mining Inc. (the EPCM contractor) for Lucara Botswana (Pty) Ltd at the Karowe Diamond Mine at Letlhakane in the Boteti sub-district. This exciting project is currently in the Main Sink contract phase. Shaft sinking and underground construction activities require critical skills and experience with an expert understanding of sinking methodologies, underground construction, mine health and safety, as well as contract management knowledge, which is essential. We are currently searching for suitably qualified and experienced candidates to be considered for the below positions in Letlhakane. Please note that all positions are project based.
The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for providing input with regards to the commercial and costing aspects of tender/works using the Company tools and templates for project controls. This candidate will report to the earthworks and civil supervisor and the UMS commercial manager.
Job Summary
- Type: contract
- Location: Letlhakane
- Category: Quantity Surveying
- Closing Date: 2026-05-22
Key Responsibilities
- Quantity surveying.
- Management of commercial aspects of contracts.
- Track changes in value of construction and update budgets.
- Analyse completed projects to determine ROI and compare costs.
- Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree/diploma in quantity surveying or related field.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Project skills.
- Minimum of 8 years’ post qualification experience in a professional quantity surveying business in a leading earthwork contracting environment as well as a shaft sinking environment is critical.
- Sound knowledge of commercial & contract administration principles.
- Proven in quantity take offs as well as experienced in international form of contracts in terms of contractual administration.
How to Apply
Only candidates who meet the above requirements and submit a detailed CV with certified proof copies of certificates will be considered. All candidates must be medically fit to perform the roles above. Only candidates who meet the above requirements need to apply, by enclosing a current CV and certified proof(s) copies of certificates. The reference code for each position must be indicated in the subject line on both the email and application letter. Due to a high volume of applications, failure to comply with reference code requirements will result in the disqualification of an application. Applications received after the closing date will not be taken into consideration. Should you not hear from the Company within a period of 21 days after the closing date, your application shall be deemed unsuccessful. The closing date for the above adverts is 22 May 2026. All applications are to be submitted to the Group HR department at: spsrecruitment@umsint.com
REF Code: Kar_38
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