Prokon
Rufus Malapi Kgoathla
Construction Manager
Marapyane
Summary
Proven Construction Manager with a track record of enhancing project efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction at Eskom and Murray & Roberts. Skilled in computer aided design software and adept at subcontractor management, consistently delivering projects within budget and time constraints. Excels in team leadership and innovative problem-solving, ensuring high-quality workmanship and safety standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Manager
Eskom- Lyon & Partners
Lephalale, Limpopo
06.2024 - Current
- PROJECT: MEDUPI-WITKOP 400KV SEC C LINE
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
- Communicated daily with Project team to keep project fully operational.
- Monitored contractor operations for compliance with construction regulations, OSH Act, ISO standards, labor law, Site Specifications, Safety standards, and Project programme.
- Overseeing safety protocols for reduced workplace injuries, conducting regular site inspections and safety meetings.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between stakeholders.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets for the client.
Construction Manager
OptiPower- Murray & Roberts
Marken, Eswatini
12.2023 - 06.2024
- PROJECT: EDWALENI-STONEHENGE 132KV OHL & SUB-STATION BAYS
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace injuries, conducting regular site inspections and safety meetings.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between client, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, leading to efficient collaboration on complex construction projects.
- Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Managed procurement processes for timely delivery of materials while minimizing costs, ensuring smooth project execution.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship and addressing concerns promptly.
Civil Engineering Technician
Mkhulu Electro-Distribution Projects
Nigel, Gauteng
04.2019 - 12.2023
- PROJECTS: KUSILE LULAMISA SEC A 400KV, MEDUPI-BORUTHO 400KV, ALPHA-BETA 765KV REFURBISHMENT, BETA HYDRA 765KV RESTORATION, MATSOKU-POLIHALI 132KV
- Worked closely with engineers, land surveyors, and other key stakeholders on different infrastructure projects.
- Inspected project sites to monitor progress and adherence to design specifications, safety protocols and state sanitation standards.
- Facilitated smooth communication with stakeholders by preparing clear reports detailing project progress, issues encountered, and proposed solutions.
- Supported project safety measures by participating in risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
- Optimized construction processes by conducting regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Improved project efficiency by assisting in the development and implementation of civil engineering plans and designs.
- Managed subcontractor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and services, contributing to the on-time completion of numerous projects.
- Efficiently used various software applications such as AutoCAD, prokon, PLS CADD, Sketchup , Office desktop to develop precise engineering drawings that guided construction efforts successfully.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by maintaining detailed schedules and coordinating activities between different teams.
- Assisted in the preparation of high-quality bids for potential clients, resulting in a higher success rate for securing contracts.
Civil Engineering Lab Assistant
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Contributed to technical report writing, providing clear and concise information on experimental results and conclusions.
- Testing test samples for: compressive strength, tensile strength, shear strength, flexural strength, bending strength, bearing capacity, permeability, Clay content , Structural Analysis under loaded conditions
- Supported the design process by creating prototypes and performing tests for validation purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Civil Engineer - Civil Engineering Technology
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Certificate: MATLAB Onramp - Mathematics
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 04.2001 -
Certificate: Construction Management - Construction Management
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
National Diploma: Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 04.2001 -
Skills
Site Management
Affiliations
SACPCMP, SAICE
Software
Autocad
Pls cadd
Sketchup
Office suite
Certification
CM - Certified Manager Certification
Timeline
Construction Manager
Eskom- Lyon & Partners
06.2024 - Current
Construction Manager
OptiPower- Murray & Roberts
12.2023 - 06.2024
Civil Engineering Technician
Mkhulu Electro-Distribution Projects
04.2019 - 12.2023
Civil Engineering Lab Assistant
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Civil Engineer - Civil Engineering Technology
Tshwane University of Technology
04.2001 -
Certificate: MATLAB Onramp - Mathematics
Tshwane University of Technology
04.2001 -
Certificate: Construction Management - Construction Management
University of Cape Town
04.2001 -
National Diploma: Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
04.2001 -
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