Eunice Kabelo Matsetela – Projects Quantity Surveyor

As a Projects Quantity Surveyor at NRF-SARAO, Eunice plays a pivotal role in cost estimation, financial control, contract administration, and procurement for major infrastructure projects within NRF-SARAO. Her expertise ensures that construction and engineering projects are delivered efficiently, within budget, and in compliance with industry standards.

Eunice is a registered member of the South African Council of Quantity Surveyors Profession (SACQSP) with over 10 years of experience in the engineering and construction industry. Throughout her career, she has successfully overseen and delivered high-impact projects, including:

• Perimeter security fence & civil works project
• Heating ventilation air conditioning (HVAC) project
• Fibre re-arrangement project
• Renovation & repairs of five farmsteads
• MeerKAT National Park game fence (200km) project

These projects have directly contributed to advancing NRF-SARAO’s infrastructure, supporting cutting-edge scientific research.

Among NRF’s core values, Ethics & Integrity resonates most with Eunice. She believes that credibility, trust, and accountability are the foundation of impactful project management. By upholding ethical standards, she ensures transparency and responsibility in the administration of projects that shape South Africa’s research and innovation landscape.

Eunice was honoured as the first-ever recipient of the Championing NRF Values Award, a recognition of her unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation. Reflecting on her journey from a wide-eyed graduate to a seasoned professional, she attributes her success to faith, perseverance, and a shared vision with her colleagues. This award is not only a recognition of past achievements but also a call to continue championing the values that define NRF’s mission.

Eunice is motivated by the ability to bring financial control, efficiency, and structure to complex projects. She thrives on transforming concepts into reality, ensuring that projects are cost-effective, high-quality, and aligned with strategic objectives. Collaborating with engineers, architects, suppliers, and contractors, she continuously explores modern procurement strategies and sustainable construction practices.

Outside of work, Eunice finds fulfilment in her faith, family, and passion for helping others. She is deeply committed to mentorship, storytelling, and community involvement, using her journey to uplift and inspire those around her.

Through her dedication, leadership, and commitment to ethical excellence, Eunice is a worthy finalist in the NRF National Employee Recognition Awards.