Chris van Zyl
Project Coordinator
Somerset West
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong passion for team collaboration and comprehensive project execution. Proven track record in client engagement, ensuring project goals are met through effective communication and strategic planning. Demonstrates a keen interest in mechanics and machinery, complemented by hands-on expertise in basic electrical work, woodworking, metalworking, welding, construction, specialized painting, roofing, and landscaping. Committed to delivering high-quality results while fostering a positive work environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Project Coordinator
Master Butcher Academy for the Freddy Hirsch Butcher School
01.2019 - Current
- Project manager/Coordinator/Trainer for the Freddy Hirsch butchery school
- Coordinating between 20 and 60 learners on butchery learnerships and skills programs ranging between R50 000 & R2 000 000 in running costs.
- Coordinating training and also training: Butchery Equipment, Hygiene & Safety, Manufacture Minced meat skills program.
- Up skilling youth to become a certified meat cutting technician NQF3 certificate with the food and beverage SETA.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project''s success.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
- Elevated overall quality of completed projects by consistently monitoring progress and addressing issues proactively.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
- Assisted in developing training materials and organized workshops aimed at enhancing skill sets among staff members working under various capacities on different projects within the organization.
- Implemented digital project tracking system, simplifying progress monitoring and improving project delivery timeframes.
Business Owner / Project Manager
Fifth Element Contracting
01.2008 - 12.2018
- Paint Contracting - with a work force of 20 Staff. Specialist in paint techniques, floors, roofs, waterproofing, airless spray application and window blinds and general maintenance. Very good knowledge of the construction industry, I am hands on and very practical sound knowledge in most of the trades, with attention to detail. Good problem-solving skills. Mainly worked in upmarket developments like Val de Vie, Pearl Valley, Boschenmeer Estate in Paarl, just to name a few.
Project Manager
Bilo Contracting
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Paint contracting project manager – 50 Staff on large construction site of 350 houses, 600 flats.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Education
Matric -
Hottentots Holland High School
Somerset West12.1995
Skills
References
- Suretha, Rossoux, 0833751478, Maco Qualibuild
- Michelle, van Rhyn, 0731518686, Fire & Spice
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 25 staff members.
Master athlete - South african champion
I do Masters athletics and i am the current South African champion in the Throws Pentathlon, Hammer throw and Javelin.
Certification
Assessor- Facilitator/Training
Timeline
Assessor- Facilitator/Training
02-2023
Project Coordinator
Master Butcher Academy for the Freddy Hirsch Butcher School
01.2019 - Current
Business Owner / Project Manager
Fifth Element Contracting
01.2008 - 12.2018
Project Manager
Bilo Contracting
01.2006 - 12.2007
Matric -
Hottentots Holland High School
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