Ayanda Dlamini
Infrastructure Consultant
Durban,KwaZulu Natal
Summary
I am an infrastructure fanatic with strong leadership and managerial background in both private and public sector. I am a self-driven and self-reliant person, who sets aims and targets, and leads by example, with collaborate approach as well as good interpersonal skills to motivate and encourage others through change. I have vast experience in construction and project management field and have been involved in various projects. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Construction Project Manager
Lundini Trading Enterprise cc
Durban
4 2022 - Current
- Responsible for planning and supervising a wide range of construction projects from start to finish
- Organize and overseeing construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
Freelance Quantity Surveyor
ZKD Trading Pty Ltd
Durban
07.2022 - Current
- Responsible for planning and supervising a wide range of construction projects from start to finish
- Organize and overseeing construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner
Freelance Facilitator
Tjeka Training Matters
Durban
06.2022 - Current
- The main focus is to provide quality and professional Training and Assessment in construction discipline, ensuring compliance with CSETA and funding agreements
- In addition to this developing and maintaining industry contacts, ensuring that my knowledge is up to date as well as perform administrative duties in support of training activities.
Technical Enterprise Manager
S4H Civils
Durban, South Africa
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
Technical Mentorship Consultant (Project Management)
National Construction Incubator (Seda Construction Incubator
Durban
08.2016 - 03.2021
- Implements National Construction Incubator Mentorship/Contractor development programme for clients, source and co-ordinate training programmes for clients.
Technical Mentorship Consultant (Construction Mentor)
EPWP Vukuphile Programme
Durban
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Implements Vukuphile Mentorship programme/ Contractor for clients and creating work opportunities for clients and immediate beneficiaries.
Technician
Map Africa Consulting Engineers
Durban
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Accountable for all activities concerned with civil engineering work on sites assigned
- Actively involved in preparing risk assessment and implementing site safety measures
- Also responsible for monthly financial and technical report to Senior Contract Manager.
Operations Manager & Quantity Surveyor – Technical Services
Zacu Construction and Civils
Umlazi
01.2010 - 02.2015
- Responsible for business development, managing and delivering of projects, and providing managerial support and quantity surveying services for all the projects undertaken by the company.
Education
B-Tech Degree Quantity Surveying -
Durban University of Technology
National Diploma Building - undefined
Durban University of Technology
Grade 12 (Matric) - undefined
Ridge Park College
No Degree - NQF Level 5- Construction Supervision( LIC)
Tjeka Training Matters
04.2001 -
Skills
Time management skills
Construction management
Reporting skills
Construction Estimating
Material Procurement
Contract coordination
Subcontractor Management
Equipment management
Training and mentoring
Document Control
Estimating
Cost Control
Bid preparation
Technical knowledge
References
- Nkululeko Njapha Director Go Build Afrika , 0686268464 or 0645190244
- Mlungisi Dimba, Regional Manger, National Construction Incubator, 0625410521 or 0620421912
- Sicelo Gina, Director, Lundini Trading, 0645250404
- Sithembiso Nzuza, Director, S4H Civils, 084 369 4543
Timeline
Technical Enterprise Manager
S4H Civils
04.2024 - 07.2024
Freelance Quantity Surveyor
ZKD Trading Pty Ltd
07.2022 - Current
Freelance Facilitator
Tjeka Training Matters
06.2022 - Current
Technical Mentorship Consultant (Construction Mentor)
EPWP Vukuphile Programme
01.2017 - 03.2020
Technical Mentorship Consultant (Project Management)
National Construction Incubator (Seda Construction Incubator
08.2016 - 03.2021
Technician
Map Africa Consulting Engineers
03.2015 - 06.2016
Operations Manager & Quantity Surveyor – Technical Services
Zacu Construction and Civils
01.2010 - 02.2015
No Degree - NQF Level 5- Construction Supervision( LIC)
Tjeka Training Matters
04.2001 -
Freelance Construction Project Manager
Lundini Trading Enterprise cc
4 2022 - Current
B-Tech Degree Quantity Surveying -
Durban University of Technology
National Diploma Building - undefined
Durban University of Technology
Grade 12 (Matric) - undefined
Ridge Park College