Christopher de Jongh
Project Manager
Stellenbosch
Summary
I am registered with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) as a Professional Architectural Technologist. I have also applied for registration with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Professional Construction Project Manager and am currently awaiting the outcome. With over 15 years of experience in the architecture and construction industry, I bring a wealth of knowledge gained through both formal learning and practical work. I have successfully collaborated with stakeholders in both the private sector and local government, demonstrating versatility and a strong understanding of regulatory and project requirements across various contexts. Previously I worked as a Project Manager for the Tvet Sector. In this capacity, I have gained valuable skills and experience in managing people, construction operations and project deliverables. My current portfolio includes managing building infrastructure support systems and facilities to drive key targets, which includes people management and OHS compliance with relevant legislation and reporting.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager for Infrastructure
Department of Higher Training and Education Infrastructure, Boland College
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Responsible for: Project Management Systems, Project Planning, Project Scheduling, Project Execution & Control.
- Facilities management.
- Project Termination, Agile Project Management, Critical Chain Project Management, Computing Aids (MS Project 2013, Ms Excel)
- Driving the planning and implementation of the leased-out property portfolio maintenance programme.
- Ensuring adherence to project specifications and regulatory guidelines.
- Managing risks and ensuring compliance with supply chain management (SCM) processes and procurement.
- Ensuring that projects are effectively planned, scope budget estimated, and projects scheduled.
- Ensuring effective project management and successful execution in accordance with approved plans.
- Ensuring compliance with occupational standards (health and safety, statutory compliance, acts, regulation of building standards, and professional standards.
- Executing maintenance activities on Municipality leased properties and vacant land;
- Ensuring that objectives are aligned with CFM plan and monitor and report on the Department's implementation plans.
- Controlling the maintenance budget of the leased property portfolio and containing operational costs within budget.
- Assisting with compilation of tenders and contract management and administration
- Managing stakeholders and liaising with customers including assuming responsibility for contractors, operational staff and stakeholders.
- Assisting with daily facilities operations.
- Prioritising the needs and requirements of each campus.
- JBCC CONTRACTS
- PROCSA CONTRACTS
- PROFESSIONAL AGREEMENTS
Building Inspector
Breede Valley Municipality
11.2007 - 11.2018
- Ensured compliance with the relevant Acts e.g., National Building Regulations and Building Standards, and communicated the legislation to the community;
- Ensured adherence to Health and Safety regulations and policies in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Inspected building sites and building plans.
- Supervised Practical Work legislation i.e., SAHRA and the NHBRC.
- Inspected building sites and building plans according to the SANS 10400.
- Ensured administration and analysis of building statistics and submitted to Government bodies on request.
Architectural Technician
12 Architects
03.2006 - 04.2011
- Surveying of existing structures:
- Preparing sketch plans;
- Preparing documentation for council approval;
- Undertaking regular site visits to ensure project are managed properly;
- Preparing working drawings.
Technician
Wilhelm Basson Architects
02.2006 - 01.2007
- One year contract while studying full time and working part time and over holidays;
- Drafting, sketching plans, providing designs of details and solutions;
- Reason for leaving: Contract expired; pursued greater growth opportunities.
In-service training
12 Architects
06.2005 - 12.2005
- In-service training, student
- Drafting, sketch plans, working drawings etc.
- Reason for leaving: in-service training completed.
In-service training
Breede Valley Municipality
02.2005 - 05.2005
- In-service training, student
- Development, Town planning and Building Control; building inspection, etc.
- Reason for leaving: sought further growth opportunities in the architectural field.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Management
Regent Business School
01.2020
Bachelor's degree of Technology - Construction Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2018
Project Management Competent Certificate - undefined
University of Stellenbosch
11.2015
Certificate of Attendance - Construction Regulations and OHS Act
South African Institute of Architectural Technologists
03.2015
National Diploma - Architecture
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2006
Senior Certificate - undefined
Hexvalley Secondary School
01.2003
Skills
- Project Management
- Building Control (Municipality)
- Infrastructure
- Architecture
- Procurement
- Budgets
- Risk Management
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8402185220084
- Nationality: South African citizen
- Driving License: Code 10
- ID Number: 8402185220084
Personality Traits
- Dedicated, strategic thinker
- Excellent interpersonal relations
- Can work independently
Professional Registration
- South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP), CAT 264
- The South African Council for Project Management Professions, Applied for PrCP, Awaits assessment.
Academic
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management
- Bachelor's degree of Technology: Construction Management
- Project Management Competency Certificate
- National Diploma in Architecture
Secondary
Hexvalley Secondary School, De Doorns, Senior Certificate, 2003-01-01
Community Outreach
In my spare time I deliver motivational speeches in my community to motivate the youth and also to give back to my Community.
Drivers Licence
Code 10
Transport
Own, reliable transport
Sacap Registration
PAT24732962
Sacpcmp Registration
PCM23762
Disclaimer
I declare that this document is the work of the author. All information is stated truthfully and acknowledged by the author, Mr C de Jongh.
References
- L Wenzel, HOD for Construction Management at Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 072 283 5398, 021 959 6631, wentzell@cput.ac.za
- Mr S. Naude, Architect, I2 Architects, 0233420445, 082 920 4294, stephan@i2architects.co.za, 163 Trappestraat, Worcester
- Mr Wilhelm Basson, Architect, W.M.B Architects, 023 342 4787, 082 568 2200, wilhelm@3gi.co.za, Van Goensstraat, Worcester
Timeline
Project Manager for Infrastructure
Department of Higher Training and Education Infrastructure, Boland College
01.2019 - 01.2024
Building Inspector
Breede Valley Municipality
11.2007 - 11.2018
Architectural Technician
12 Architects
03.2006 - 04.2011
Technician
Wilhelm Basson Architects
02.2006 - 01.2007
In-service training
12 Architects
06.2005 - 12.2005
In-service training
Breede Valley Municipality
02.2005 - 05.2005
Bachelor's degree of Technology - Construction Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Project Management Competent Certificate - undefined
University of Stellenbosch
Certificate of Attendance - Construction Regulations and OHS Act
South African Institute of Architectural Technologists
National Diploma - Architecture
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Senior Certificate - undefined
Hexvalley Secondary School
Postgraduate Diploma - Management
Regent Business School
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