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The Role of a Quantity Surveyor in Your Building Project

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In Episode 20 of The Property Buyers Guide, Justina Hamupembe, also known as YourHomeGirl, sits down with Mr. Bruno Coelho, Vice President of the Institute of Namibian Quantity Surveyors (INQS) and a Registered Quantity Surveyor.

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This episode highlights the critical role that quantity surveyors (QS) play in managing construction costs, ensuring financial transparency, and preventing budget overruns in building and renovation projects.

Q1: What is a Registered Quantity Surveyor (QS), and why is their role critical in construction?

Bruno Coelho:
A Registered Quantity Surveyor (QS) is a construction cost management professional responsible for budgeting, cost control, and financial oversight throughout a building project’s lifecycle. Their role ensures that homeowners and developers stay within their budget while maintaining quality standards.

Namibia has two governing bodies for quantity surveyors:

🔹 The Institute of Namibian Quantity Surveyors (INQS) – A professional association that promotes best practices in quantity surveying and advocates for industry professionals.

🔹 The Namibia Council for Architects and Quantity Surveyors (NCAQS) – A government-regulated statutory body responsible for registering and regulating quantity surveyors to protect public interests.

Homeowners and developers can verify registered QS professionals via the INQS website (inqs.org.na) or the NCAQS website (ncaqs.org).

Q2: When should a homeowner involve a Registered QS in their building or renovation project?

Bruno Coelho:
Homeowners should engage a quantity surveyor at the earliest stage of their building or renovation project. A QS provides realistic cost estimates, assists with budget planning, and identifies financial risks before construction begins.

Early involvement ensures that:
✅ The design and materials align with the homeowner’s budget.
✅ Potential cost overruns and financial risks are identified in advance.
✅ The project remains financially viable throughout its duration.

By hiring a QS before finalizing the building plans, homeowners can avoid unnecessary expenses and make informed decisions.

Q3: How does a Registered QS help manage costs and prevent budget overruns?

Bruno Coelho:
A QS manages project costs by:

📊 Creating Detailed Cost Plans – Ensuring that the budget covers materials, labor, permits, and contingencies.
📉 Monitoring Expenditures – Tracking spending to prevent unexpected expenses.
⚖️ Implementing Cost Control Measures – Adjusting costs throughout the project to avoid overspending.

By continuously reviewing the budget and project expenses, a QS helps homeowners stay within their financial limitswhile maintaining construction quality.

Q4: How does a QS ensure fair and transparent pricing from contractors?

Bruno Coelho:
A Registered QS protects homeowners from inflated prices and ensures fair contractor pricing by:

📋 Preparing Tender Documents – Outlining the project scope and expected costs for contractors.
💰 Evaluating Contractor Bids – Comparing quotes to ensure market-related pricing.
🔍 Scrutinizing Quotations – Confirming that contractor pricing reflects the actual work and materials needed.

This process helps homeowners avoid overpaying and ensures that contractors deliver value for money.

Conclusion

Justina wraps up the episode by emphasizing the importance of hiring a Registered Quantity Surveyor when building or renovating. A QS safeguards finances, ensures fair pricing, and prevents costly mistakes—making them an essential partner in any construction project.

Stay tuned for more expert insights on The Property Buyers Guide!

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