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Property and Construction related articles featured on the Internet during the past week brought to you by ASAQS.Editor: Bert van den Heever

Click on the blue headline if you wish to read the full article on the Internet.Past issues of this newsletter can be found at http://www.asaqs.co.za/

LATEST NEWS

New Calculation Guide for Typical Resources and Prices used in Small and Simple Buildings

EduTech in conjunction with PPIS, the publishers of Merkels, Billcost and Costabill , bring you a valuable new resource, acalculation guide for resources and prices used in small and simple buildings. We believe that this new resource will notonly be valuable to our student members but also prove useful to the "old hands" as it includes basic labour rates andproduction figures which are not readily available for the South African construction industry.

This new guide, worth hundreds of rands is made available absolutely free of charge to all ASAQS members!

To access the guide browse to the Members Only CUG on our menu bar and click on Rates,prices, etc. or click here.

Please be aware that in order to download the document, you will be required to be logged in on your profile.

Curriculum Development Survey

Dear ASAQS member

We are busy with university curriculum development and need your feedback to assist in determining what should beincluded in university degree programmes. The survey is distributed to all ASAQS members, all regarded as being in aposition to give reliable information on quantity surveying ‘knowledge areas’. Your views will therefore be very muchappreciated. The results will be made available to all persons who completed the on-line survey and to other tertiaryinstitutions. The information will be treated as confidential.

I would appreciate it if you can complete the on-line survey before 10 April 2014 please; it should not take you more than10 minutes to complete.

Please click on the following link to complete the survey:

http://forms.nmmu.ac.za/websurvey/q.asp?sid=1223&k=bfxcjnhobo

Dankie / Thank you

Regards/Groete/Ozithhobileyo

Fanie BuysPhD PrQS MAQS MRICSProfessor: Department of Quantity SurveyingNelson Mandela Metropolitan University (North Campus)Tel: +27 (0)41 5042023 / 5042669Fax: +27 (0)41 5049935

New Board elected

The new Board of the ASAQS was appointed during the first board meeting of the year held on the 12th March at O.R.Tambo. The new president and executive committee of the ASAQS was also elected during this meeting.

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The new president is Mr Onesimo Dhliwayo (pictured on the left). Onie was born in Zimbabwe in 1962 and completed hisearly schooling years in Catholic Schools, before moving to South Africa to pursue tertiary studies, a BSC QuantitySurveying and MBA studies focusing on Strategy at the then University of Natal. To read more about the new presidentplease click here.

To read more about the new Board and what was decided at the meeting please click here.

Study on e-procurement

Dear ASAQS member

The Construction Procurement Research Group at the School of Construction Economics and Management, WitsUniversity would like to invite you to take part in a study on the use of electronic procurement in the South Africanconstruction sector. E-procurement refers to the use of electronic communications to buy services, goods and works orconduct tendering for construction works. They are seeking to ascertain the state of e-procurement application in theconstruction industry and how clients use e-procurement applications to acquire services and works in the constructionprocurement process.

They have designed a short survey at the following link: https://witsscem.eu.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_5yzHGbVorrfS2Lr

Please click on the link to fill out the online questionnaire, which will assist the School of Construction Economics andManagement with the research.

For more information, please contact Professor Sam Laryea|Email: Samuel.Laryea@wits.ac.zaTel: +27 (0) 78 172 6106

To find out more about the survey please click here.

Netspot : FREE BoQ and estimating software on iPad (...and laptops and desktops!)

Primus for iPad - Estimating and Bills of Quantities for the iPad.

The software is free to download and use but you will be expected to pay whenever you wish to print a document (aboutR1,50 per page at the current Euro exchange rate). There is a special offer presently where you get a 50 Euro print bonus(500 pages) when you download the software.

Primus for iPad requires you to export the document to Primus for PC before printing.

ACCA the software providers say that :

"Free UPP revolutionizes architectural, engineering and building industry software solutions. This new distribution systemallows you to use more convenient and easy to use professional software. Download the full version completely FREE...without any registration required. Use the software, get updates and technical support all for FREE."

The company also provide PriMus-TO the Free UPP quantity Take-Off software for extracting material quantities directlyfrom a CAD or Raster drawings and Edificius a free UPP BIM software program for 3D Architectural Design.

Click here to find out more and find links to the software,

The BIG question is whether these European developed software packages are suitable for the South African constructionindustry? We will really appreciate it if you will leave us your impressions at the bottom of this page.

The 7th SACQSP Research Conference

The 2014 SACQSP Annual Research Conference is taking shape and will be a joint event with the ASAQS and hosted byTshwane University of Technology at the CSIR in Pretoria. The African Association of Quantity Survey and theInternational Cost Engineering Council have requested to be associated with this conference which is developing areputation for quantity surveying information excellence. The theme of this year’s conference is “Quantity Surveying –Mapping the Future”.

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The Conference is organised at a time when the profession is confronted with numerous challenges arising from the everchanging socioeconomic, technological & environmental spheres. Clients are demanding better services than ever beforeand Quantity Surveyors are under pressure to deliver the desired expectations and to ethical standards. Professionalismas we know it has to be seen in different perspectives.

The conference brings together academics, researchers, postgraduate students and industry practitioners, to brainstormon how the profession can influence the dynamic socio-economic environment now and in the future.

Diarise 22nd – 23rd September 2014. More details about the conference and bookings that are open can be found on theSACQSP website. The 2013 conference held in Cape Town was sold-out a week before the event – don’t lose out andface being turned away.

Invitation to Register (brochure is 2Mb in size)

ANNOUNCEMENT OF FORTHCOMING CONGRESSES / CONFERENCES

In order to assist members to plan their diaries this year in terms of forthcoming congresses and conferences they maywish to attend, we publish the preliminary dates of some of these congresses for your attention.

Members are encouraged to plan ahead and to support these conferences/congresses.

PAQS YQSG Young Programme 2014

Innovation in QS PracticeOrganised by the Hong Kong Institute for Surveyors

Date : 6 - 7 June 2014Time : 09:00 - 18:00 Where : Hong Kong SAR, China

The 18th Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors Congress, PAQS 2014

The 18th Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors Congress, PAQS 2014, will be held in the vibrant city of Hong Kong,PRC from Saturday 7 to Tuesday 10 June 2014. The theme of PAQS 2014 is:

“Think Outside the Box; Meet New Challenges”

It gives us great pleasure to announce that the international call for paper submission is now open. The timetable is asfollows:8 November 2013 : Call for Abstracts 13 December 2013 : Submission of Abstracts Closes10 January 2014 : Acceptance of Abstracts14 March 2014 : Full Papers Submission14 April 2014 : Completion of Paper Reviews16 May 2014 : Final Papers Submission

For further information about the Congress and the excitements that await you in Hong Kong, please visit our website:www.paqs2014.com. Submission of abstracts and papers will be handled on-line in the website through designated usersaccounts.

Any enquiries may be addressed to:paqs2014@mci-group.com (general enquiry)paqs2014.reghot@mci-group.com (registration / paper submission / hotel accommodation)

Looking forward to welcoming you in Hong Kong in June 2014.

The 7th Annual Green Building Convention set to take place in Cape TownThe leading green building event in South Africa - the 7th Annual Green Building Convention brought to you by the GreenBuilding Council of South Africa - is set to take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 10 – 12September 2014.(©www.eprop.co.za)

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ICEC 2014 IX World Congress - Re-Engineering Total Cost ManagementMilan, Italy, 20, 21, 22 October 2014Call for Papers - Second Announcement

EMPLOYMENT CORNER

EMPLOYMENT OFFERED

Quantity SurveyorWe are looking for a competent Quantity Surveyor to work on a contract basis for an approximate period of 6 months, inMpumalanga. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Student or JuniorWe are a property development company located in northern Johannesurg and require a part-time student or a full-timeQS in training. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Consulting Quantity SurveyorWe are looking for a quantity surveyor to become a part of our dynamic team. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

Quantity SurveyorExperience of 3 - 5 years in Civil Engineering and General Building projects. Pricing of tender documents and familiar withthe estimating process. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Quantity SurveyorWe are a small but well established firm of Professional Quantity Surveyors looking for a recent graduate to join us in afull-time junior quantity surveyor position for work on various projects in and around Cape Town. Browse to the CareerCentre for more information.

Quantity SurveyorWe are a small but well established firm of Professional Quantity Surveyors looking for a recent graduate to join us in afull-time junior quantity surveyor position for work on various projects in and around Cape Town. Browse to the CareerCentre for more information.

Graduate Quantity SurveyorSalary will be based on experience. PrQS not a requirement. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Quantity Surveyor (Power Generation)An Engineering firm is looking for a Quantity Surveyor for their Southern Africa operations. Candidates will need a BSc inQS or Construction Management (Not Negotiable) and 2-5 years experience. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

Quantity Surveyor (Power Generation)An Engineering firm is looking for a Quantity Surveyor for their West Africa operations. Candidates will need a BSc in QSor Construction Management (Not Negotiable) and 2-5 years experience. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

Quantity Surveyor - TzaneenA Quantity Surveyor is required for position based in Tzaneen with a PQS firm. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

Professional Quantity SurveyorA PQS Firm is currently looking for a Professional Quantity Surveyor to work on projects in and around Gauteng. Browseto the Career Centre for more information.

Estimator/Quantity SurveyorLarge Construction firm requires an Estimator/Quantity Surveyor for a position based in Port Elizabeth. Browse to theCareer Centre for more information.

Quantity Surveyor – ResidentialTier 1 design and build contractor seeking an experienced quantity surveyor to join their expanding team to work on alocally owned design and build contractor requires a QS to join their Christchurch based team. Browse to the CareerCentre for more information.

Junior QS - CapetownI am looking for a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator / Construction Manager on fulltime basis. Browse to the Career Centre for

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Intermediate Quantity SurveyorTertiary qualification in Quantity Surveyor. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Professional Quantity SurveyorA great career opportunity exists in Cape Town for a Quantity Surveyor with 4-6years experience in a PQS environment.Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Junior Quantity SurveyorWell known Construction Company requires a Junior Quantity Surveyor. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

Pr.QS head of practice Gauteng areaA Cape town based QS practice, running for 30 years wish to expand to the Gauteng area. Browse to the Career Centrefor more information.

Quantity Surveyor – Residential Tier 1 design and build contractor seeking an experienced quantity surveyor to join their expanding team to work on.Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

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Junior QS - CapetownI am looking for a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator / Construction Manager on fulltime basis. Browse to the Career Centre formore information.

Quantity Surveyor (PrQS)A Quantity Surveyor is required for position based in Bloemfontein with a PQS firm. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

Quantity Surveyor Construction firm requires a Quantity Surveyor for a middle level management position based in Port Elizabeth. Browse tothe Career Centre for more information.

Estimator (Hire Resolve)A reputable PQS company is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team. Suitable candidates should hold a B-Tech:Quantity Surveying and have 5-10 years experience within different disciplines. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

Building Quantity Surveyor (Hire Resolve)Leading Construction Company with offices all over S.A urgently seeks Building Quantity Surveyor to be based on site inLimpopo. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

BSC Quantity Surveyor (Female) (Hire Resolve)Well known Mining Consulting Company requires a Female Quantity Surveyor. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Part time quantity surveying positionDerek Cronjé. I am a senior quantity surveyor with 40+ years experience as professional quantity surveyor. Browse to theCareer Centre for more information.

Juniour/Trainee Quantity SurveyorSimbarashe Wellington Chiwa. Having worked for construction companies covering civil, building and steel fabricationfields i now need to use my construction technology and management skills and work in a quantity surveying consultantfirm. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Construction Manager seeking employment Johannes, Gidion Nieuwenhuis. I currently do not have any experience as I just finished with my Honors degree, but I am aquick learner and I am up for any task sent my way. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

2nd year student looking for in-service trainingNontembiso Daisy Mkhize. I am a highly motivated person. Able to work under pressure. Browse to the Career Centre formore information.

Training Quantity SurveyorSiamisang. To be part of the challenging team which strives for the better growth of the organization and which exploresmy potential and provides me with the opportunity to enhance my talent with an intention to be an asset to the company.

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A lawyer defending a man accusedof burglary tried this creativedefense: "My client merely insertedhis arm into the window andremoved a few trifling articles. Hisarm is not himself, and I fail to seehow you can punish the wholeindividual for an offense committedby his limb." "Well put," the judgereplied. "Using your logic, Isentence the defendant's arm toone year's imprisonment. He canaccompany it or not, as hechooses." The defendant smiled.With his lawyer's assistance hedetached his artificial limb, laid it onthe bench, and walked out.

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Junior/training Quantity SurveyorAisha. I have experience of about 2 years. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Intermediate Quantity Surveyor Bheki Nkiwane. To work in a dynamic and challenging job environment where l would be able to significantly contribute tothe organisation's requirements while continously enhancing my skill set. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

Quantity SurveyorFaeez Rajah. Seek a position in utilizing my quantity surveying and construction management qualification. Browse to theCareer Centre for more information.

Estimator/ QSTembelani. I have strong technical background which I developed through my university experience on how to handletechnical problems that arise from project to project. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Quantity SurveyorHlumile M Ralane. Experienced quantity surveyor Technologist. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Quantity Surveying StudentJoshua Young. Quantity Surveying Student, with limited experience, but a hunger to further my career. Browse to theCareer Centre for more information.

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Contract's AdministratorBianca Gribnitz. Hardworking and I can handle a large volume of work under pressure. Browse to the Career Centre formore information.

Btech Q.S. Student. 2yrs Experienced QS student Rasebopa. Young responsible man. Looking to make a positive mark in Built Environment. Genuine problem solvinghardworker. Willing to take new challenges on a frequent bases. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Graduate Quantity Surveyor LESEGO NKATE. I am an enthusiastic individual looking for a Quantity surveying firm where I can further develop theconstruction cost management skills I have acquired during my studies at the University of Reading. Browse to the CareerCentre for more information.

Quantity SurveyorCelia Swanepoel. I am available to produce Bills of Quantities (WinQS, DimX) on a freelance basis in Cape Town,Stellenbosch and Somerset West areas. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

QS in TrainingIzak van Heerden. Graduate Honors Quantity Surveyor from the University of the Free State. My short term goal is to workat a PrQS firm and broaden my knowledge and experience to ultimately register as a PrQS in the next 3 to 5 years.Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Candidate Quantity surveyor 4.5 years experienceJaco Pieterse. I have 2 years and 6 months experience in working within a professional quantity surveyor consultancy firm,while being a student quantity surveyor, I worked in the afternoons, on non-class days and holiday periods. Browse to theCareer Centre for more information.

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2 / 3 April 2014

NEC 2 day SeminarTime: 08:00Where: Sandton, GautengInformation: This seminar will look initially at contract strategy from the perspective of main Contractor/Sub contractorappointment.Contact: Norah (norah@bca.co.za)

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3 April 2014

General Conditions of Contract - 2nd EditionTime: 08:00Where: Pretoria, GautengInformation: BCA envisages that the wider ambit of the new GCC will mean increased take up of this contract.Contact: Norah (norah@bca.co.za)

8 April 2014

Principles of Contract Management & AdministrationTime: 08:00Where: Pretoria, GautengInformation: This course focuses on certain basic principles which should be adopted.Contact: Norah (norah@bca.co.za)

9 April 2014

JBCC Principal Building Agreement Edition 6.0 combined with JBCC N/S Subcontract Agreement Edition 6Time: 08:00Where: Woodstock, Cape TownInformation: Working knowledge of JBCC agreements and forms, etc. Contact: Allison Kuhn (info@jbcc.co.za)

9 April 2014

General Conditions of Contract - 2nd EditionTime: 08:00Where: Port ElizabethInformation: BCA envisages that the wider ambit of the new GCC will mean increased take up of this contract.Contact: Norah (norah@bca.co.za)

10 April 2014

Construction Contracts Insurance & LiabilitiesTime: 08:00Where: Rondebosch, Cape TownInformation: The seminar has been designed to be an interactive workshop comprehensively examining key aspects andpotential pitfalls of the insurances and certain of the liabilities, not covered in BCA’s other seminars.Contact: Norah (norah@bca.co.za)

14 April 2014

Construction EstimatingTime: 08:30Where: Johannesburg, GautengInformation: Major cost overruns on any construction project are frequently due to poor forecasting of the costs andinherent risks in a contract at tender stage.Contact: Faith (faith@alusani.co.za)

14 April 2014

JBCC Suite of ContractsTime: 08:30Where: Johannesburg, GautengInformation: Improve your skills immediately by attending this highly practical and information-packed training course.Contact: Faith (faith@alusani.co.za)

16 April 2014

GCC 2010Time: 08:30Where: Johannesburg, GautengInformation: The GCC 2010 revision was necessary in order to clear up on-going issues of responsibility and to providefor a wider spectrum of construction work.Contact: Faith (faith@alusani.co.za)

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Construction confidence wanes but outlook remains positiveConstruction confidence, as measured by the FNB/BER construction confidence index, has fallen to 55 points in the firstquarter of 2014 after rising to 66 points in the fourth quarter of 2013.(©www.concrete.tv)

That little extra dose of energyHanlie Turner is a well-established woman in a male-dominated construction industry. Even though she strongly believesthat women should not be treated differently than men, she acknowledges the fact that women - faced with differentchallenges - sometimes do need that little ‘extra’ recognition which helps them feel energised and valued.(©www.concrete.tv)

Construction industry in slow recovery – lecturerIndustry adviser and University of Cape Town lecturer Dr Johan Snyman has described the current construction industrycycle as “atypical”, with research suggesting that the sector remains in a post-recessionary recovery phase.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Govts urged to direct resources to manufacturing to create jobsAfrican countries need to channel their resources to activities in industry, manufacturing and modern services to createmore employment and improve the welfare of vulnerable groups, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa deputyexecutive secretary Abdalla Hamdok said.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase 2 launchedThe governments of South Africa and Lesotho on Thursday launched Phase 2 of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project(LHWP), of which Phase 1 had been operational since 2004.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Eris Property Group and Momentum Property Investment present R100m Development projectERIS Property Group and Old Mutual sign long-term tenancy agreement for office space in new Ridgeside Office Park for1900m² and will occupy the premises from 01 December 2014.(©www.eprop.co.za)

John Ross Eco Junction grows apace with first new developmentJohn Ross Eco Junction, a commercial industrial development grows apace with first new facility for Tangawizi Motors toaccommodate four motor dealership brands namely Hyundai, Daihatsu, Renault and Honda.(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

Growthpoint celebrates youth centre opening in KwaZulu-NatalGrowthpoint Properties proudly celebrated the opening of a new youth centre in Marburg, Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natalon Tuesday, 25 March 2014.'(©www.eprop.co.za)

Cape Town Govt keen to dispose prime sitesThe Western Cape government is considering selling off four of its prime properties, including parts of the SomersetHospital precinct next to the V&A Waterfront.(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

R1bn allocated to develop Richmond Park area in CTOver R1 billion will be spent on developing the Richmond Park area in Cape Town, city officials said on Wednesday.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

SA’s Property Sector maintains a steady growth in 2013The South African investment property sector maintained modest growth delivering a total return of 15.3% in 2013, theIPD South Africa Annual Property Index, released on Tuesday, showed.(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

Survey shows health, hygiene facilities lift value of propertyThe 2013 Global Tenant Survey by the Building Owners and Managers Association International (Boma) has identifiedhealth and hygiene amenities as a latent opportunity for property developers and owners.(©www.eprop.co.za)

Basil Read to leverage St Helena know-howConstruction group Basil Read is working on two new airport developments in the hope of capitalising on the airport-related experience it is gaining currently on the island of St Helena.(©www.concrete.tv)

Attacq posts sterling maiden half-year figuresNewly JSE-listed capital growth property group Attacq on Wednesday announced its financial results, with net asset valueper share (NAVPS) showing an increase of 19.9% since JSE listing in October last year.(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

Acucap-Sycom reach agreement on mergerJSE-listed property fund Acucap Properties and Sycom Property Fund have proposed a merger of the companies thatwould create a business worth about R16 billion.

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(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

Tongaat Hulett takes flak over land salesTongaat Hulett shareholder believes the group is taking the wrong tack as it battles the 'strong headwinds' facing sugarproducers.(©www.eprop.co.za)

Rand hedge property stocks retain their worthRand hedge stocks such as Capital & Counties Properties, Redefine International, MAS Real Estate, New EuropeProperty Investments and Intu Properties remain attractively valued compared to pure domestic businesses.(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

Visual to debut on the JSE on 4 AprilVisual International Holdings will list on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) AltX on 4 April. With a marketcapitalisation of R126.5 million and a net asset value of R70.7 million, Visual is a property development, holdings andservices company that develops complete, self-contained suburbs for the middle-income market.(©www.property24.com)

JSE property punters have seven individual offshore stocks to choose from and more to comeThese rand hedge property counters‚ which receive 100% of their earnings in either US dollars‚ British pounds‚ euro orAustralian dollars‚ were some of the JSE's biggest money-spinners over the past year.(©www.eprop.co.za)

Sirius Real Estate eyes dual listing on the JSEGerman property player Sirius Real Estate‚ which currently listed on London’s AIM and owns a portfolio of office andindustrial properties in Germany worth €428m, is considering a dual listing on the JSE later this year.(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

EMPLOYMENT CORNER

Land SurveyorTop Construction firm in South Africa is looking for a Surveyor for a position based in Bloemfontein. Candidates areexpected to meet the following requirements. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Development FacilitatorThe services of a professional development facilitator is required for a 12 month contract on three schools to be built in theEastern Free State. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Clerk of Works - Free StateYour main responsibility is to make sure that work is carried out to the client's standards, specification and schedule. Youshould ensure that the correct materials and workmanship are used and that the client is given quality work and value formoney. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Clerk of WorksClerks of works are required to do site inspections at education facility development projects throughout KwaZulu-Natal ona 3-year contract basis. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Site AgentYou will be responsible for carrying out all the functions of a Site Agent. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

SHEQ ManagerAs the SHEQ Manager you will ensure that the business unit complies with all SHEQ group, regulatory and legislativerequirements. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Senior Contract ManagersWe are targeting qualified Construction QSs whodecided to further their careers in Construction Management and whonow have a minimum of 10 years experience running major building projects in both South Africa and overseas. Browseto the Career Centre for more information.

Senior Contract Manager (Building)You will need 10 – 15 years experience as a Senior Contracts Manager with a proven record of working on large buildingprojects in excess of R200 million. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

General ForemanYou will be required to perform the day-to-day duties of a General Foreman on housing projects/developments. Browse tothe Career Centre for more information.

Need construction personnel? The best way to advertise your vacancies are in the Career Centre section on the ASAQSwebsite - it's absolutely FREE! Adverts submitted to the Career Centre are also included in this newsletter. We also have anumber of employment consultancies as sponsors, please see their adverts at the top of this newsletter.

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Delta Property Fund set to acquire Tembisa Mega Mart for R240mTembisa Mega Mart development in Gauteng has a new buyer in the form of Delta Property Fund‚ after a previous deal toacquire the township mall failed.(©www.eprop.co.za)

The Club shopping centre in Pretoria on track for April openingResidents of Hazelwood in Pretoria can look forward to the launch of The Club Shopping centre when it officially opens itsdoors on 24 April 2014.(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

R17m deal for shopping centre sparks Eastern Cape’s retail revivalThe future is bright for residents in Lorraine, Port Elizabeth after Nedbank Corporate Property Finance struck a deal tofund R17m loan to a development company, Vargalor (Pty) Ltd, for a new convenience shopping centre.(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

Flexible rental property in SandtonSandton’s latest hotel development, Empire Executive Apartments and Hotels (EAH), the first hotel to be built in Sandtonin four years, will open on 1 May, making this the sixth property in the area.(©www.property24.com)

Figures suggest Hotel Industry recovery has legsHotel occupancy and room-rates for the majority of the key South African cities have grown during 2013, according toAnalysts and CEOs in the sector.(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

Amazing Underwater hotel room in ZanzibarAmazing underwater hotel room suite in the Zanzibar archipelago.Spend nights sleeping beneath the surface of the ocean.(©www.constructionreviewonline.com)

Intu Properties to acquire two UK shopping centres‚ retail park for R15,4bnIntu Properties announces the acquisition of two UK-based regional shopping centres and a retail park for R15,4bn(GBP867.8m).(©www.eprop.co.za)

International Council of Shopping Centers seeks African growthNEW YORK – The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), on Tuesday announced that it is had launched anAfrican research group to help its membership tap into the economic growth potential across the continent.(©www.sacommercialpropnews.co.za)

Dynamic Design Trends to Grow in 20142014 will see a dynamic shift in the workplace design trends and resolution. Mark Thompson was afforded the opportunityto visit many of Australia’s leading workplaces and discuss international industry trends with designers and clients.(©www.designmind.co.za)

Blee Halligan's Triptych house extension catches sunlight from three directionsThe three pitched roofs of this bungalow extension in Manchester were designed by Blee Halligan Architects to capturesunlight at different times of the day and frame views of trees in the garden.(©www.dezeen.com)

Floating steel staircase divides Idunsgate Apartment by HapticA suspended steel staircase is completed by a piece of wooden furniture in this renovated Oslo loft by London studioHaptic.(©www.dezeen.com)

OMA completes industrial headquarters for G-Star RAW in AmsterdamRem Koolhaas' OMA has completed the new Amsterdam headquarters of Dutch denim brand G-Star RAW, which featuresa concrete shell, a glass core and a hangar-like facade that slides open.(©www.dezeen.com)

GREAT BUILDINGS:

Hill House, by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, at Helensburgh, Scotland, 1902 to 1903.(©www.greatbuildings.com)

2014 UIA Congress to Be Held in Durban on the Twentieth Anniversary of South Africa’s Rebirth

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Discover how The UIA Congress will celebrate the African architects and the continent’s contribution to global architecture.The event to be held from 3rd - 7th August 2014 in Durban will take place on the twentieth anniversary of South Africa’srebirth. Architects, engineers, designers, technologists, planners, writers and the general public will gather for a week todiscuss the challenges facing construction in Africa.(©www.designmind.co.za)

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INTERIOR DESIGNER / SPACE PLANNERPrestigious architectural practice’s Interior Design Company is looking for an above average person. Browse to the CareerCentre for more information.

PA for Architectural Practice PretoriaInternational architectural practice requires a top quality PA who understands the construction/architectural industry tosupport the directors. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Need architectural personnel? The best way to advertise your vacancies are in the Career Centre section on the ASAQSwebsite - it's absolutely FREE! Adverts submitted to the Career Centre are also included in this newsletter. We also have anumber of employment consultancies as sponsors, please see their adverts at the top of this newsletter.

Patient LeadershipWhen taking the helm of a team that has been struggling without consistent leadership, direction or supportive processesin place, it can be tempting to change as much as possible as soon as possible. But sometimes strong leadership requirespatience to help a team evolve into all it can be.(©www.projectsatwork.com)

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Project Manager - Power generation/Data CentreGauteng based – Immediate appointment or ASAP - Contract or permanent. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

Jnr Project Manager - Cape TownDue to on going projects, our Client, a well established PM Consultancy who has projects locally in South Africa as well asin Various Locations in Africa, is seeking an extra PM for their Cape Town Offices. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

PROJECT DEVELOPMENT MANAGERS x Jnr & Snr SandtonDegree Architecture Building Civil Quantity Surveyors or Town Planning. Browse to the Career Centre for moreinformation.

Project Coordinator Retail ProjectsDue to ongoing projects in Nigeria, this reputable Project Management Consultancy requires an experienced projectdelivery coordinator. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Need Project Managers? The best way to advertise your vacancies are in the Career Centre section on the ASAQSwebsite - it's absolutely FREE! Adverts for Project Managers submitted to the Career Centre are also included in thisnewsletter. We also have a number of employment consultancies as sponsors, please see their adverts at the top of thisnewsletter.

Safcec expects marginal construction recoveryThe South African civil construction industry experienced a “mixed bag” of business conditions in 2013, with industryturnover for the 12 months contracting by 5% to R38.9-billion, the South African Forum of Civil Engineering Contractors(Safcec), Engineering News Reports.(©www.concrete.tv)

R3.5bn De Hoop dam openedPresident Jacob Zuma has opened the 347-million cubic metre De Hoop dam, in Limpopo. The dam will supply people inthe province with potable water and also serve the platinum belt mines, Engineering News reports.(©www.concrete.tv)

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Concrete market sees steady reduction in cement use as researchers tackle carbon conundrumCement is to concrete what flour is to cake. Normally, cement and its mineral compounds make up roughly 15% ofconcrete (in volume), with stone, water, sand and chemical admixtures making up the rest of the recipe.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Global cement demand to pass US$ 21 billion by 2017Average growth of +9.3% a year has been forecast for global consumption of cement and concrete additives, with demandset to hit US$ 21.2 billion in 2017, according to research company Freedonia.(©www.concrete.tv)

Metal and engineering unions seek increases of up to 20%, reject any multiyear dealUnions in the metal and engineering industry would press for increases of between 15% and 20% during the 2014 wagenegotiations, which formally kicked off on Wednesday, March 26, with a prebargaining conference.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

First MeerKAT radio telescope dish launched in KarooSouth African Science and Technology Minister Derek Hanekom formally launched the first dish of the country’s MeerKATradio telescope array in the Karoo, some 90 km west of the small town of Carnarvon, on Thursday. When completed,MeerKAT will have 64 such antennas.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

RSR finds PRASA, Transnet W Cape rail lines to be in poor conditionThe Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) this week imposed a 15 km/h speed restriction on the Transnet Freight Rail (TFR)and Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) rail lines outside Bellville station, in the Western Cape, as well as onall the PRASA main lines into Cape Town Station, owing to the poor condition of the track infrastructure.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Sharing knowledge at IFSEC SA 2014IFSEC SA provides a completely free opportunity for fire and security professionals to listen to industry-pertinent topics atthe IFSEC SA Seminar Theatre. There is a content-rich line-up for visitors to IFSEC SA 2014, taking place between 13and 15 May at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand.(©www.concrete.tv)

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Electrical Engineer (Malawi)n international Engineering Firm is looking for a Electrical Engineer to join their Malawi Operations. Browse to the CareerCentre for more information.

PLANNER - Civils & EarthworksCivils & Earthworks PLANNER required to plan and programme the construction sequence and methodology at tenderstage to ensire tender costs are allocated accordingly and to assist and facilitate the implementation of programmes onprojects. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Senior Road Design Engineer One of the larger consultancies based in the North of Johannesburg is looking for a senior road designer with 5 - 10 yearsrelevant experience. Browse to the Career Centre for more information.

Need engineers? The best way to advertise your vacancies are in the Career Centre section on the ASAQS website - it'sabsolutely FREE! Adverts for Engineers submitted to the Career Centre are also included in this newsletter. We also havea number of employment consultancies as sponsors, please see their adverts at the top of this newsletter.

Nigerian eco growth ‘good on paper’, but not yet surpassing SAAs Nigeria’s economy continues to post promising growth figures, the State’s ability to maintain economic momentum willrely on its ability to diversify its economy away from a hefty reliance on its burgeoning oil and gas sector.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Dangote Cement 2013 FY profits up 40%Dangote Cement Plc, Nigeria’s largest company by market value and sub-Saharan Africa’s biggest cement produce, hasjust released its audited financial statement for year ended December 2013.(©www.concrete.tv)

International tender for waste disposal project up for grabsThe Addis Abeba City Administration is expected to announce an international tender for contractors to build a largesanitary landfill in Sendafa town, 34km north of Addis Abeba, in the Oromia Special Zone.(©www.constructionreviewonline.com)

Transport: Riding the rails in Ethiopia and Kenya

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Ethiopia and Kenya are in a race to complete ambitious railway projects, but while Addis Ababa is in a frenzy ofconstruction its East African neighbour may have hit the buffers.(©www.concrete.tv)

Kenya embarks on US$67 million parliament blockKenya is embarking on the construction of an ultra-modern, Ksh5.8 billion (US$67 million), 26-storey building for theMembers of Parliament.(©www.constructionreviewonline.com)

Light at the end of the tunnel for Kariba damA few days after Zambian Energy and Water Development Minister, Christopher Yaluma , said Kariba dam faces collapseif not repaired in 3 years and appealed for hundreds of millions of dollars to pay for urgent repairs, the AfricanDevelopment Bank (AfDB), World Bank and European Union (EU) are expected to raise about US$250 million forrehabilitation of the dam.(©www.constructionreviewonline.com)

Lafarge commissions $1m concrete labLafarge Zambia has commissioned a US$1 million concrete laboratory that will help improve quality assurance in theconstruction industry, Daily Mail ZM reports.(©www.concrete.tv)

US$2.3 million water project launched in KayonzaRwanda’s Minister for Natural Resources, Stanislas Kamanzi, officially launched the construction of Migera water supplysystem in Kayonza District. The Rwf 1.6 billion (US$2.3 million) project is expected to provide safe water to about 30,000residents of Mwiri and Rwinkwavu sectors.(©www.constructionreviewonline.com)

IMF predicts challenging year for Zim economyZimbabwe's struggling economy will continue to face challenges this year, with minimal growth expected, the InternationalMonetary Fund said on Thursday.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

RBCT ready to boost junior coal exports in partnership with TransnetThe private-sector-owned Richards Bay Coal Terminal (RBCT) is keen to boost the export potential of emerging black coaljuniors in close partnership with South Africa’s State-owned rail company Transnet.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Tailings extractor invests R1.5bn in long-term mine dump rehabilitationSouth Africa-focused tailings extractor Mintails has, to date, invested R1.5-billion into its mine closure operations andexpects to spend an additional R85-million on closure costs by the time it ceases its planned operation in the next 20years.(©www.miningweekly.com)

Pan African board approves R200m Evander tailings retreatment projectFollowing the acquisition of the Mpumalanga-based Evander Gold Mines from Harmony Gold in March last year, dual-listed Pan African Resources on Friday announced that the construction of its R200-million Evander tailings retreatmentproject (ETRP) was approved.(©www.miningweekly.com)

SA, Lesotho embark on R15.5bn water schemeSOUTH Africa and Lesotho are to spend R15.5bn on a second phase expansion of water supply that will increase volumesfrom Lesotho to South Africa by 50% in eight years, said Bloomberg News.(©www.miningmx.com)

Impala Pt's mechanisation option adds upImplats delivered the astonishing news that it may ditch R11bn worth of project as the sector's labour force radicalises, or itmay spend R1bn more and cut jobs.(©www.miningmx.com)

Northam closes in on R3.4bn BEE revampLazarus ZimNortham Platinum is edging towards empowering 22% of the company after its previous BEE partners soldtheir shares to avoid breaking bank convenants.(©www.miningmx.com)

Industry Boosts Delmas Rental Market

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Extensive industrial development in and around Delmas in the Mpumalanga coal belt is opening up opportunities forinvestors in new rental units, according to Koos Pretorius, owner of the local RealNet franchise.(©www.junction.co.za)

Rental Market Lively in Pretoria EastDemand for rental units in secure complexes in Pretoria’s eastern suburbs is growing exponentially among the youngercrowd who are looking for stylish accommodation while saving up to buy their own homes.(©www.junction.co.za)

Smart Bryanston home selling for R13mBookworms and wine connoisseurs are probably seldom found inside fully automated, smart homes. However, in aluxurious haven in a quiet, upmarket Johannesburg suburb, books, art, wine and technology are cohabiting in perfectharmony.(©www.property24.com)

Albertsdal new 67 unit developmentOn 5 April 2014, Rand Leases Properties who have also been involved in various RDP housing and community projects,with Kairos Holdings as their marketing company, will be launching a new 67 unit sectional title development in Albertsdal,Alberton.(©www.property24.com)

Bloemfontein draws young home buyersPoetically known as the ‘city of roses’ due to the abundance of the flower in the area, Bloemfontein was officially foundedin 1846, and was originally used as a fort for the British army.(©www.property24.com)

Gracious Living AppealsRenowned for their large gardens, stately homes, tranquil country ambience and cooler climate, suburbs such as Kloof/Everton and Hillcrest in Durban’s Upper Highway area are favourites among both local and relocating homebuyers.(©www.junction.co.za)

Coastal property market picking upNegatively impacted by the recession, the coastal residential property market, particularly the leisure market, has battledto regain momentum in the prevailing challenging economic trading conditions. This summer, however, and in particularduring the past holiday season, interest and activity in this market has picked up among holiday and retirement buyers.(©www.property24.com)

Buy-to-let Investors on Board in Port ElizabethRental properties of all sorts are in strong demand in Port Elizabeth and investors are setting their sails accordingly.(©www.junction.co.za)

Knysna Property Market on TrackProperty sales volumes in and around Knysna on the Garden Route are increasing and stock shortages in certain priceranges are now becoming apparent.(©www.junction.co.za)

V&A Waterfront's rental apartmentsThe V&A Waterfront’s newest residential development on Portswood Ridge perfectly meets the brief for those wanting tolive in an urban-chic environment that also offers lock-up-and-go convenience.(©www.property24.com)

Two New Projects on Western SeaboardCombined Developers, renowned for its developments in the northern suburbs of Cape Town, has now launched a luxuryapartment project on a prime site at Waves’ Edge in Bloubergrandt.(©www.junction.co.za)

Melkbos Gets TrendyTen years ago, Melkbosstrand was regarded by most Capetonians as being a bit remote from the “action” in the CBD, butthen came the Atlantic Beach Estate and Big Bay developments, as well as all the growth in Parklands and Tableview,and now the village is gaining popularity as a really “in” place to live.(©www.junction.co.za)

Buyers careful about council chargesMunicipal rates and tariffs, and the efficient delivery of council services in return for such payments, are already featuringmore prominently in home buyers’ decisions regarding where to live, and are set to become a critical issue. (©www.property24.com)

Every homeowner should have oneHere’s a question for you: what DIY-type item should every homeowner have? A drill? A hammer? Screwdrivers? A spiritlevel? A saw? Duct tape?(©www.privateproperty.co.za)

Sage advice for landlordsRecently, Human Settlements Minister Connie September introduced the Rental Housing Amendment Bill in the National

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Assembly. This legislation outlines the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants.(©www.privateproperty.co.za)

Don't wait too long, buy property nowAccording to Tony Clarke, managing director of the Rawson Property Group, the best time to buy property was 20 yearsago and now.(©www.property24.com)

8 ways to add colour with Rust-Oleum spray paintRust-Oleum offers an excellent selection of spray painting products that come in an amazing range of colours. Satin,gloss or metallic, Rust-Oleum spray paint offers twice the coverage to make spray painting almost any object quick andeasy.(©www.designmind.co.za)

Make borer walk the plankAs far as nature lovers go, as a nation, I think we South Africans are pretty much up there. And one thing I’m very proudthat we don’t do is throw ourselves into wrestling matches with unsuspecting crocodiles, bush pigs and the like.(©www.privateproperty.co.za)

Homebuyers Much More Careful Now About Council ChargesMunicipal rates and tariffs – and the efficient delivery of council services in return for such payments – are alreadyfeaturing more prominently in homebuyers’ decisions about where to live, and are set to become a critical issue .(©www.junction.co.za)

Moving alongMany would consider me something of a nomad. For various reasons, over the past five years I’ve moved six times. Or is itseven? I’ve lost track. The fact is I know a thing or two about moving house and it is never an easy undertaking. (©www.privateproperty.co.za)

Share the loveThere’s no mistaking the warm fuzzy feeling that one gets when reminiscing over experiences of neighbourly goodwill. Andwhat better remedy for the moving blues than the true hospitality that eased our angst as first-time homeowners taking upthe challenges of small city living in East London, many moons ago!(©www.privateproperty.co.za)

The house that Oscar builtIt doesn't come as much of a surprise to hear that Oscar Pistorius has put his home in Silver Woods Country Estate onthe market.(©www.privateproperty.co.za)

Machel waives right to Mandela’s estateNelson Mandela’s widow Graca Machel’s decision to waive her right to 50% of her late husband’s estate raises questionson transferring properties in deceased estates.(©www.privateproperty.co.za)

Are these buildings really green?It has been speculated about for years: Is LEED certification -- based on the U.S. Green Building Council's (USGBC)Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design standards -- anything more than a PR stamp of approval, even thoughUSGBC contends that buildings with this "stamp" actually use less energy than their uncertified counterparts? Hardevidence now answers this question.(©www.concrete.tv)

Access to funds a challenge limiting Joburg’s green environment initiativesThe difficulties of accessing international financial assistance and meeting stringent borrowing conditions were a collectivebarrier to fully developing and rolling out climate change programmes for the City of Johannesburg, said city mayor ParksTau at the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Summit at the Sandton Convention Centre, hosted by the city in January.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Two more N Cape solar farms enter commercial operationsIndependent power producer (IPP) BioTherm Energy has confirmed that its two 10 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) facilities,Konkoonsies and Aries, have officially entered into commercial operations.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Smaller businesses lack accurate information on green buildingSouth African small, medium-sized and microenterprises (SMMEs) are not properly informed about measures that arerequired to create greener and energy efficient businesses, says facilities management company Servest.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Recommendations to foster greener environmentsThe international community could make several strides in averting the negative effects of climate change by following the

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recommendations of the Oxford Martin Commission (OMC) for Future Generations report on climate change, poverty,governance and disease, says South African Minister in the Presidency for the National Planning Commission andcommissioner of the global leaders group Trevor Manuel.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Building the Electricity System of the Future: Thinking Disruption, Doing SolutionsThe speed of disruptive innovation in the electricity sector has been outpacing regulatory and utility business modelreform, which is why they now sometimes feel in conflict. That disruptive innovation is only accelerating.(©www.renewableenergyworld.com)

Energy demand will double by 2050, shale gas could ease stressThe global energy outlook is that energy demand will double by 2050 and the world’s population will grow to nine-billion,creating a need for increased energy supply with reduced carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Five examples of vertical gardens – including a preview of the world’s tallestAs cities become denser and buildings continue to shoot up, the number of gardens is also on the rise – literally. Thevertical garden is not a new concept, but in recent times it has certainly become more popular(©www.alive2green.com)

Paul Archer Revamps a Traditional Victorian House a Stylish Modernist HomeIn London's Highbury North neighborhood, Paul Archer Design took a typical Victorian-style home and completelymetamorphosed it into a contemporary and stylish residence known as the Power House.(©www.inhabitat.com)

The Indicators as on28 March 2014 17:43

This week 22/03/2014Rand/US$ 10.59 10.93Rand/BP 17.62 18.03Rand/Euro 14.56 15.05Gold/oz $1295.45 $1328.15JSE All share 47930.03 46532.57

Monetary Policy Committee keep repo rate unchanged at 5.5%The Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has left the repo rate unchanged at 5.5% per annum.(©www.eprop.co.za)

While BFP set to decline, local factors could lead to increase in petrol, diesel pricesWhile international pricing elements point to South Africa’s fuel prices decreasing for the month of April, other localadjustments such as transport costs and levies might cause prices to increase, Department of Energy (DoE) hydrocarbonsoperations director Robert Maake said at a media briefing on Thursday.(©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Another petrol price blow for consumersMotorists will have to fork out more at the pumps for petrol as the energy department announces another price hike, butthe price of diesel is coming down.(©www.fin24.com)

Oil prices higher on US optimismGlobal oil prices rose as traders took their cue from upbeat US economic indicators and concerns over supply disruptionsin Nigeria.(©www.fin24.com)

Rand firms as Sarb signals rate hikesThe rand has gained nearly 1% against the dollar, buoyed by comments from the Reserve Bank that it would soon hikeinterest rates to fight inflation.(©www.fin24.com)

Gold hits 6-week lowGold hit a six-week low, breaking below $1 300 an ounce for the first time since mid-February.(©www.fin24.com)

Economic Data and Forecasts

Economic data and economic information about South Africa and the region. Market trends, economic reviews andforecasts. Economic indicators such as interest rates, exchange rates, repo rate, interbank rate, forward rates, monetary

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aggregates, consumer price index and producer price index.

A summary of data available from various institutions is available on the SA Financial Sector Forum Website athttp://financialsectorforum.com/category/economic-information/

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