Cornelius Jacobus Vermeulen
Construction Supervisor
Meyerton
Summary
Professional in site management with solid experience in overseeing construction projects, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing workflow. Adept at fostering team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and driving project success. Skilled in project coordination, problem-solving, and resource management, consistently delivering high-quality results. Recognized for reliability and strong leadership abilities in dynamic environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Site Manager
JC Civilworks.pty
03.2022 - 08.2025
- Handled conflict resolution among team members promptly and professionally, ensuring a positive working environment conducive to productivity.
- Conducted quality control inspections to identify issues early on, preventing costly delays or rework later in the process.
- Improved workflow efficiency by creating comprehensive schedules that outlined all necessary tasks, deadlines, and responsible parties involved in each step of the process.
- Reduced costs through effective resource allocation and efficient management of materials and equipment.
- Oversaw daily progress and ensured tasks were completed on schedule, resulting in timely project completion.
- Building underground sewer systems with manhole installation. HDPE pipes. Fusion welding and bud welding.
- Building water systems underground with valves, valve chambers, and fire hydrants.
- Building the road base for paving.
- Installing curbs and paving.
- Oversee all the earth-moving machines involving the above tasks.
- Reason for Leaving: EOC.
- Reference: Jan Els, 079-238-8685.
Piping Supervisor
Babcock
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Participated in pre-construction meetings to discuss project requirements, scope of work, and timelines for completion.
- Mentored junior staff members, promoting professional development while reinforcing adherence to established protocols and procedures in the workplace.
- Trained new hires on proper procedures, tools, and techniques used in the installation and maintenance of various types of piping systems.
- Improved overall project efficiency by effectively supervising piping installation and maintenance tasks.
- Increased project completion rates by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work standards in piping installations.
- Maintained a strong safety culture within the team by conducting regular safety briefings and consistently enforcing compliance with established guidelines.
- Reason for leaving: EOC.
- Reference: Martin Prinsloo, 071-589-0886.
Piping Supervisor
Babcock
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Implemented innovative problem-solving strategies to address unexpected issues during construction or maintenance of piping systems.
- Enhanced team productivity through effective delegation and monitoring of related tasks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve seamless integration of piping systems within the overall project design.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Improved overall project efficiency by effectively supervising piping installation and maintenance tasks.
- Increased project completion rates by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work standards in piping and supports installations.
- Planning all projects regarding piping, support installations, and maintenance, managing staff, and ordering material.
- Reason for leaving: EOC.
- Reference George Nell 073 726 4656.
Piping Supervisor
Babcock
11.2016 - 02.2019
- Implemented innovative problem-solving strategies to address unexpected issues during construction or maintenance of piping systems.
- Improved overall project efficiency by effectively supervising piping installation and maintenance tasks.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Installing pipe systems and supports.
- Reason for leaving EOC.
- Reference: Johan Dempers, 083-289-1261.
Piping Foreman
G-LTA
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Maintained cost-effective inventory of spare parts to help achieve production goals.
- Fabricated new piping and parts to fit specific requirements.
- Spearheaded efforts in upgrading existing piping infrastructure at multiple facilities leading to improved functionality and system longevity.
- Provided valuable input during pre-construction meetings that helped optimize plans and accelerate project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training on best practices, techniques, and safety procedures related to piping and supporting systems.
- Completed daily logs and progress reports.
- Ensured safety compliance through regular inspections of tools and equipment, conducting toolbox talks, and enforcing company policies.
- Successfully met or exceeded project deadlines consistently by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and resource availability.
- Reason for leaving: EOC.
- Reference: Ferdie Cloete, 079-486-4283.
Piping Foreman
Mip
06.2014 - 11.2014
- Maintained accurate records of all completed tasks to ensure seamless handover of projects upon completion.
- Oversee installation of piping systems and supports.
- Ordering materials.
- Planning and executing projects, managing staff.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Reason for leaving: EOC.
- Reference Johan Venter, 082 926 6426.
Piping Foreman
Stefanutti Stocks
02.2012 - 11.2013
- Contributed to cost savings by identifying areas for improvement in material usage, reducing waste, and optimizing processes.
- Increased project efficiency by coordinating and supervising piping installation, maintenance, and repair activities.
- Contributed to enhanced workplace morale by fostering a positive team environment, celebrating milestones, and recognizing achievements.
- Safeguarded the integrity of piping systems by conducting thorough testing procedures including leak checks, pressure tests, and visual inspections upon completion of installations.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Reason for leaving EOC.
- Reference: Hennie Van der Merwe: 083-302-0269.
Piping Foreman / Pipefitter
Omnia Fertilizers
02.2010 - 04.2012
- Optimized material usage for projects by incorporating efficient prefabrication techniques whenever possible, resulting in reduced labor costs and accelerated construction schedules.
- Managed subcontractors effectively to ensure adherence to project specifications and schedules while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Reduced downtime on job sites by ensuring proper materials and equipment were readily available for the team.
- Minimized production delays by proactively addressing potential issues related to pipe alignment or support structures before they impacted the schedule.
- Installing pipe systems and supports.
- Reason for leaving: EOC.
- Reference: Johan Jansen van Rensburg, 082-867-6825.
Pipefitter\ Insturmentation Fitter
Autotronix
03.2006 - 11.2009
- Improved workflow with efficient pipe system modifications, including cutting, threading, welding, and soldering components as needed.
- Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Supported fellow team members in their tasks, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized both safety and efficiency.
- Reason for leaving: EOC.
- Reference: Roy Ward, 016-422-7644.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hts Vereeniging
Vereeniging, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Construction planning
Site inspections
Health and safety compliance
Scheduling coordination
Problem-solving
Site management
Multitasking and organization
Quality assurance
Workforce planning
Site coordination
Construction management
Timeline
Assistant Site Manager
JC Civilworks.pty
03.2022 - 08.2025
Piping Supervisor
Babcock
05.2020 - 02.2021
Piping Supervisor
Babcock
03.2019 - 02.2020
Piping Supervisor
Babcock
11.2016 - 02.2019
Piping Foreman
G-LTA
03.2015 - 02.2016
Piping Foreman
Mip
06.2014 - 11.2014
Piping Foreman
Stefanutti Stocks
02.2012 - 11.2013
Piping Foreman / Pipefitter
Omnia Fertilizers
02.2010 - 04.2012
Pipefitter\ Insturmentation Fitter
Autotronix
03.2006 - 11.2009
High School Diploma -
Hts Vereeniging
04.2001 -