Akhona Sigwela

Building Construction

Client : Department Public Works

Project Description : Refurbishments and Renovations to Mthatha Government Garage

Contract Value : R 7 356 930.80

Client : Department Sports, Recreation, Arts and Culture

Project Description : Construction of New Mpendla Library in Mt Frere in the Eastern Cape

Contract Value : R 15 106 920.75

Client : Development Bank of Southern Africa(DBSA)

Project Description : Construction of Elucwecwe Primary School

Contract Value : R 23 132 640.50

Client : Province of The Eastern Cape Education

Project Description : Urgent Procurement for Emegerncy Repairs and Rehabilitation to Sterkspruit Jumior Secondary School

Contract Value : R 35 987 389.00

• Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple projects
• Monitored workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
• Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
• Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
• Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and stakeholders to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
• Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
• Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
• Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
• Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
• Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship.
• Managed successful construction of multi-million building projects from concept to completion.

Building Construction

Client : The Development Bank Of Southern Africa (DBSA)

Project Description : Construction of Mzamomhle SSS

Contract Value : R 57 356 930.80

• Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage. Activity Planning and Developing Program, Manage and Update Program.
• Project Cost Management Developing and Controlling of Budget and Project Documentation
• Managing Site Risks and Site related Issues,
• Monitoring and Compiling Progress Reports and Quality Control Report
• Team Leadership, Managing SMME and Subcontractor Contracts, Liaison with client and stakeholders, Conduct site meetings, Manage Progress and Technical Meetings
• Prepared cost analysis and cost management plans for project
• Prepare and evaluate tender documents for appointment of SMME and Subcontractors
• Preparing and carryout Monthly Valuations for Payment Certificate; Checking and Approving SMME and Subcontractor Valuations; Estimating and Procurement of Material.
• Compile data and write extension of time letter,
• Manage contractual documentation; Manage and monitor performance of subcontractors
• Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
• Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
• Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.

Property Management Department

Property Value : R 1.2bn

• Compile and control of budgets for operational expenses, Management of all operational staff, Report on operational expenses, security incidents etc
• Management and plan all tenants installations/refurbishments, React to all emergency calls, Training of operational staff, Responsible for assisting with recoveries from tenants on all utility related areas and optimizing on reducing utility expenses, Ensure compliance with Operational Health and Safety act and Building Regulations etc
• Day to day management and control of Tenants operations, weekly, monthly and annual checklists/ servicing etc
• Analyzed building control and HVAC system performance and recommended improvements.
• Managing all service providers such as Security, Cleaning, Parking, Refusal removing, Landscaping, Air-conditioning etc
• Design and Manage in-house maintenance and installation program, including all maintenance and operational aspects such as Building feature, Electrical, Fire equipment, Generators, Gas installation and maintenance, Road works, Utilities etc
• Ad hoc projects and other related mall management duties.
• Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
• Accounted for building usage and organizational needs when planning maintenance activities.
• Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
• Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.

Building Construction

Client : DBSA

Project Description : ASIDI CLUSTER OF SCHOOLS PROGRAMME

Contract Value : R 157 740 000,00

• Project Planning and Scheduling
• Managed Site Establishment and Organizing Site Facilities
• Managed and Planned daily work activities and ensuring that the agreed specification are met
• Managed project Cost, Budget
• Oversee all building work
• Liaising with clients and reporting progress to professional staff (clients)
• Supervising Contracted staff;
• Managed all OHS related issue, Making Safety inspections and ensuring site safety
• Checking and preparing site reports; checking designs and drawings
• Maintaining quality control procedures
• Motivating the workforce and Problem solving