congratulations again on your new path. Wish you nothing but the best, keep the content flowing you really do keep us motivated in our tough profession as young Qs'
And also the Contracting side how they calculate the area and all quantities differs from consultancy,cauz they are all about making profit whereas for consultancy they want to save the cost and make sure the client does not spend much..
Hi girl, great to see new vid from you! First.. you always look happy and positive , that's great. Second, do you mind I ask which city you are located? As I understand there are huge differences among SA cities.
Awesome. I think starting in contracting will benefit your consulting career. Essentially, as a consultant, you're managing the project costs executed by the Contactor on behalf of the Client. So you'd now have more technical knowledge from the Contractor - less likely to get ripped off by the Contractor 🤣
Hey Nothando, I have contracting background but it’s been really hard for me to get into consulting. I’m often asked if I have consulting experience. I want to have experience in both. Why do you think it’s so difficult to switch?
I think Consulting is all about the finer details, like putting the BOQ together from scratch, the wording, spacing , measurements , the structure and creating the templates ( from my experience) and in Contracting all of those things are already put together... you even get a glimpse of what's actually unnecessary and it's more about the funds and you even create your own system a bit ... So the switch is stressful because you're put into this super strict box and things have to be in absolute detail. I hope I'm making sense.
@@NothandoMoloi hey Nothando, hope you well. So I got an interview at a property development company. I’m thinking the job specs might be similar to consulting. Can you please assist with interview questions if you can ? 🙏🏾
Yes you can work in consulting or site with a QS degree. Job offers are dependent on a lot of variables so the comparison isn’t that easy. You’re better off applying everywhere when you’re searching.
Hi, as you came from contracting did you find it difficult to secure a consulting role? Did you incur in any barriers? The reason why I ask is because I started in consulting, predominantly bank monitoring and Employers Agent work (similar to project management) but recently secured a role as a contractor QS, simply for the experience, but always intend to go back to consultancy. Thanks for your advice in advance.
Securing the role wasn’t difficult but then the work was a complete switch for me. It was overwhelming in the beginning, very different from Contracting... I worked for a rather large contractor so the BOQs were already set up. Switching to where you create BOQs from scratch was overwhelming.
@@NothandoMoloi Two days into my contracting role and I've found out that producing BoQ is outsourced to another team, frustrating!.. But still gaining other good experience in other areas.. How did you find producing BoQ now? are you pretty comfortable with it after some practise?
@@NothandoMoloi hahaha thanks for the tips. I work in a part of Kenya where its very muddy anything apart from rubber shoes on site would be a disaster 😂
Hey girl , I’ve recently decided to study quantity surveying , however for the past couple of years I’ve always wanted to become an architect, so the built environment / construction is quite intriguing to me . I don’t really know much about quantity surveying so Im kinda struggling to write personal statement for university.I see that you’re highly knowledgeable about quantity surveying and would really appreciate if you could help me to write my personal statement at a cost . I hope that you reply to my comment soon. Keep up the good work , your videos are very inspiring.
I love the caption 🙌🏽😂
For the Site Lovers! 😂
Congratulations on the new job!! It sounds like it's been a great move for you. Keep up the great work 😊
Thank you !! ☺️
Congratulations on the new chapter!!!
Thank you 😊
congratulations again on your new path. Wish you nothing but the best, keep the content flowing you really do keep us motivated in our tough profession as young Qs'
Congrats Nothando. Consulting really suits you. Please share more content on all that as you walk this journey and may God be with you...❤
Thank you so much! Looking forward to creating more content as I grow 🤗
Siss is growing to bigger heights 🤩💫 congratulations 🍾
Thank you 😊
Nice one. I'd also like to get into consulting next year. I'm tired of working for the contractor.
I remember this was one of your "nexts" when we recorded the Podcast.
Congratulations on this new journey!!
Side note: I like your caption🤣😍
good luck in your new job Nothando!
And also the Contracting side how they calculate the area and all quantities differs from consultancy,cauz they are all about making profit whereas for consultancy they want to save the cost and make sure the client does not spend much..
You’re absolutely right !
Awww sisi congrats hey 🥳.
(I’m excited because this also means we get to learn too lol).
Thank you Bitso! ❤️❤️
Great video Nothando. ❤️
Hi Nothando, I really enjoy your videos. Im studying to be a QS. What's are some text books that you would recommend to read?
Hi Nothando since you are now on consulting do you use beam revu or you also used it in contracting
Aaawww Congratulations on your job! 🍾 The timing was perfect...
Thank you! Can’t wait to celebrate everyone’s “wins” in January with you.
🥂To new beginnings,congratulations ❤
🥂 thank you ❤️🤗
Hi girl, great to see new vid from you! First.. you always look happy and positive , that's great. Second, do you mind I ask which city you are located? As I understand there are huge differences among SA cities.
Hi Lei! Thanks for watching! That’s true , things are different depending on the city. I am based in Johannesburg
@@NothandoMoloi Thank you! I have offices internationally already and am thinking about the possibility in SA 😊
Congrats 💐💐❤️
Thank you Naledi ☺️
I love the vibe of this video- so calming ☺️
Hope you enjoy PQS-ing!
This is such a pleasant comment 😅. I’m very excited about what’s to come
Congrats on the new begins
Thank you 🙏🏾
So is consulting more computer/office based?
Awesome. I think starting in contracting will benefit your consulting career. Essentially, as a consultant, you're managing the project costs executed by the Contactor on behalf of the Client. So you'd now have more technical knowledge from the Contractor - less likely to get ripped off by the Contractor 🤣
But why is it so had to get in consulting when you have a contracting background?
Hey Nonthando!!
Which books can you recommend as guide for pricing and rates??
Hey Atleha... I’ll ask around for you
Hey Nothando,
I have contracting background but it’s been really hard for me to get into consulting. I’m often asked if I have consulting experience. I want to have experience in both. Why do you think it’s so difficult to switch?
I think Consulting is all about the finer details, like putting the BOQ together from scratch, the wording, spacing , measurements , the structure and creating the templates ( from my experience) and in Contracting all of those things are already put together... you even get a glimpse of what's actually unnecessary and it's more about the funds and you even create your own system a bit ... So the switch is stressful because you're put into this super strict box and things have to be in absolute detail. I hope I'm making sense.
@@NothandoMoloi totally makes sense hey but it would be great to be given the opportunity to do both.
Definitely! Keep trying, this also helps you find where you belong.
@@NothandoMoloi Ofcourse! Thanks for responding. Keep up the good work.
@@NothandoMoloi hey Nothando, hope you well. So I got an interview at a property development company. I’m thinking the job specs might be similar to consulting. Can you please assist with interview questions if you can ? 🙏🏾
After completing your diploma in Quantity Surveying, how long can it take for you to become a consultant Quantity Surveyor?
I really need to know is it easy to get implored after graduating…n if u know any companies that hires graduates QSs
Hey ,follow me on Instagram! I share graduate posts when I come across them
Between the consultant Qs and site based QS, which one has more job offers?
Can you do both with the QS degree?
Yes you can work in consulting or site with a QS degree.
Job offers are dependent on a lot of variables so the comparison isn’t that easy. You’re better off applying everywhere when you’re searching.
Hi Sisi I've started a podcast on Construction call iSanusi the plant specialist. I wanted to kindly ask to host you on it I'm based in Durban ?
Would love to be hosted
Hi, as you came from contracting did you find it difficult to secure a consulting role? Did you incur in any barriers? The reason why I ask is because I started in consulting, predominantly bank monitoring and Employers Agent work (similar to project management) but recently secured a role as a contractor QS, simply for the experience, but always intend to go back to consultancy. Thanks for your advice in advance.
Securing the role wasn’t difficult but then the work was a complete switch for me. It was overwhelming in the beginning, very different from Contracting... I worked for a rather large contractor so the BOQs were already set up. Switching to where you create BOQs from scratch was overwhelming.
@@NothandoMoloi Two days into my contracting role and I've found out that producing BoQ is outsourced to another team, frustrating!.. But still gaining other good experience in other areas.. How did you find producing BoQ now? are you pretty comfortable with it after some practise?
How is the salary compared to contracting?
Around the same range
Congrats 😍
Hey Nothando I'm the type of Qs who wears Khaki trousers a shirt plus converse shoes or Vans. Will I be out of place if I join the consulting side ?😂😂
As long as you’re wearing a shirt you’re sorted! Maybe switch up the converse every now and then 😂
@@NothandoMoloi hahaha thanks for the tips. I work in a part of Kenya where its very muddy anything apart from rubber shoes on site would be a disaster 😂
😅 then stick to the safety boots!
@@jaro5603 my fellow kenyan😊
@@Bea-to4bf what a coincidence 😂 you are a quantity surveyor as well ?
I thought you meant rats as in snitches 😂... This is helpful qualifying in a few weeks 😊
Lmao that is so applicable, but no I meant actual site rats 😂
Congratulations by the way
I am really your fan
I live in Korea
Argg man u soo beautiful and soo smart... U blessed 🔥😌
Thank you so much 😀
Weldone girl
Hi How are you 🙂
Hey girl , I’ve recently decided to study quantity surveying , however for the past couple of years I’ve always wanted to become an architect, so the built environment / construction is quite intriguing to me . I don’t really know much about quantity surveying so Im kinda struggling to write personal statement for university.I see that you’re highly knowledgeable about quantity surveying and would really appreciate if you could help me to write my personal statement at a cost . I hope that you reply to my comment soon.
Keep up the good work , your videos are very inspiring.
Hey Khadreanna ! Can you send me an email on : Nkuli.Moloi@gmail.com
@@NothandoMoloi I’ve emailed you ! Thank you .