GUGULETHU MBUKU
Gonubie
Summary
A seasoned General Manager at Eyona Energy, adept in project management and strategic planning & execution, with a proven track record of leading high-profile property developments and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in contract negotiations and cross-cultural communications, I excel in driving projects to completion, achieving significant cost reductions. My leadership at Eyona Energy showcases a commitment to excellence and innovation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
GENERAL MANAGER: Properties & New Business Developments
Eyona Energy
10.2022 - Current
- Overseeing the Eyona Properties & New business division
- Identifying and negotiating new business developments for the company
- Developing viable economic models for better returns on investments
- Negotiations with potential franchises for property tenancy
- Overseeing the acquisition of new retail service station and properties
- Overseeing evaluations and improvements of properties
- Overseeing the management of properties in the group (64 properties)
- Assembling and leading professional development teams for property developments (comprising of architects, civil & structural engineers, electrical & mechanical engineers, quantity surveyors and HSE consultants, and various other disciples per project requirements)
- New properties development plans and modelling
- Managing and coordinating liaison among all stakeholders on business opportunities and developments
- Reporting to the group board
- Developments involvement
- St Francis Convenience Shopping Centre [2023]
- Kidd's Beach Convenience Shopping Centre [2023/2024]
- Mt
- Fletcher Convenience Shopping Centre [2023/2024]
- Freshstop Newton Park [2024]
- Freshstop Markman [2024]
- Astron Volkstad - Middleburrg, EC [2024]
- Astron Reeston - East London [2024]
Project Manager
Eyona Energy (Formerly Caltex Eastern Cape Marketer)
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Developing project execution models and schedules to best minimize interruptions of company network operations and sales
- Negotiating better budgetary commitments with service providers and suppliers for materials and professional services to minimize costs
- Assessment of network sites/properties for brand quality maintenance
- Overseeing all construction projects through all stages of their lifecycle
- Assembling and leading professional teams for projects (comprising of architects, civil & structural engineers, electrical & mechanical engineers, quantity surveyors and HSE consultants, and various other disciples per project requirements)
- Supervising and coordinating procurement of all project materials, services and requirements
- New properties development plans and modelling
- Managing and coordinating liaison among all stakeholders on projects
- Compiling project reports for the executive management and the board
- Estimating cost and defining scope of works required for projects
- Managing budgets and quality assurance protocols
- Projects involvement
- Astron R72 Motors - Port Alfred (Knockdown & Rebuild) [2020]
- Astron Dutywa - Dutywa (Newly Built) [2020]
- Astron Kei Gate - East London (Newly Built) [2020]
- Caltex Botha's Garage - Graaf Reinet (Knockdown & Rebuild) [2021]
- Caltex Dampier Nissan - Maletswai (Forecourt Upgrades) [2021]
- Caltex Perseverance - Port Elizabeth (Forecourt Upgrades) [2021]
- Caltex Top Gear - Port Elixabeth (Forecourt Upgrades) [2021]
- Caltex Kidd's Beach - East London (Forecourt Upgrades) [2021]
- Caltex Beacon Bay - East London (Knockdown & Rebuild) [2022]
- Astron Whittlesea - Whittlesea (Newly Built) [2022]
- Astron Nonesi - Komani (Newly Built) [2022]
Project Manager
Tshiki Consulting Engineers
East London
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Accelerated Sanitation Program Mbhashe [Amathole DM]
- Construction of Phakamisa South Roads [BCMM]
Project Manager
Lifetime Connections Construction
03.2015 - 06.2018
- Upgrading of Elliotdale to Emadwaleni [Department of Roads and Public Works EC]
- Regravelling of Rhabhula Road [Department of Roads and Public Works EC]
- Emergency Repairs to Flood Damaged Roads [Department of Roads and Public Works EC]
- Construction of Water mains from Pirie mission to Tyusha [Buffalo City Metro Municipality]
Director
Sintsundu Civils
East London
06.2004 - 12.2016
- Reconstruction of roads in Hanover Park (2015/16) [City of Cape Town]
- Renovation of labour ward in Cecelia Makhiwane Hospital (2014) [ EC Department of Health]
- Regravelling of roads in the Mnquma Local Municipal Area (2013/14) [Coega Development Corp]
- Upgrading of Cala Internal Roads (2009) [Sakhisizwe Local Municipality]
- Kob Inn Gravel Access Road Construction (2009) [EC Department of Transport]
- R72 Route Maintenance (2008) [EC Department of Transport]
- Tyara Bulk Water Supply Scheme (2005) [Nyandeni Local Municipality]
- Seaview/Topozo Concrete Works (2004) [Mbizana Local Municipality]
Site Agent
Platinum Africa Development Services
02.2014 - 09.2014
- Streets upgrade - Cradock [inxuba Yethemba Local Municipality]
- Access Road Construction - Komga [Great Kei Local Municipality]
- Chintsa Township Access Road Construction - Chintsa [Great Kei LM]
Site Agent
Zikhulu Civils
East London
03.2012 - 10.2013
- Ancillary works construction on N10-Alicedale route (2012/2013) [CDC]
Assistant Site Agent
Liftha Civils
Duduza
02.2007 - 12.2007
- Duduza Internal Streets Upgrade (Nigel, GP) (2007) [EKURHULENI METRO]
Foreman
Roadmac Surfacing Cape
Cape Town
10.2002 - 03.2004
- R333 Route Reseal Despatch/Uitenhage (2004/2005) [SANRAL]
- N2 Grahamstown Bypass Rehabilitation (2003) [SANRAL]
- N6 Queenstown/Cathcart Reseal (2002/2003) [SANRAL]
Trainee Student
Grinaker-LTA
Port Elizabeth
12.2000 - 09.2002
- Hemmingways Casino Construction (2001/2002) [Tsogo Sun]
- R61 Route Umtata/Engcobo Reseal (2001) [EC DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS]
- N2 Mthentu Cuttings Reseal (2000/2001) [SANRAL]
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Wits Business School
Johannesburg, South Africa07-2025
PMP Certification - Project Management
PMI Institute
12-2024
Certificate in Property Development & Investment - Property Development & Investment
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa07-2024
Certified Scrum Master - Project Management
Scrum Alliance
02-2022
Certificate in Supply Chain Management - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa06-2021
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration - Business Administration
Wits Business School
Johannesburg07-2019
Advanced Diploma in Business Project Management - Project Management
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa07-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Civil Engineering
Walter Sisulu University
East London, South AfricaSkills
- Microsoft A Computer Technician
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Projects
- Knowledge of GCC contracts
- Knowledge of JBCC contracts
- Knowledge of NEC contracts
- Contract Negotiations
- Financial Administration
- Operations Oversight
- Project Management
- Quality Management
- Workflow Planning
- Business Administration
- Staff Supervision
- Program Administration
- Schedule Management
- Communication Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Deadline-oriented
- Client Relations
- Negotiation Skills
- Operations Management
Reasons for seeking employment
A desire for career growth
Languages
Xhosa
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
GENERAL MANAGER: Properties & New Business Developments
Eyona Energy
10.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Eyona Energy (Formerly Caltex Eastern Cape Marketer)
02.2020 - 09.2022
Project Manager
Tshiki Consulting Engineers
08.2018 - 02.2020
Project Manager
Lifetime Connections Construction
03.2015 - 06.2018
Site Agent
Platinum Africa Development Services
02.2014 - 09.2014
Site Agent
Zikhulu Civils
03.2012 - 10.2013
Assistant Site Agent
Liftha Civils
02.2007 - 12.2007
Director
Sintsundu Civils
06.2004 - 12.2016
Foreman
Roadmac Surfacing Cape
10.2002 - 03.2004
Trainee Student
Grinaker-LTA
12.2000 - 09.2002
MBA - Business Administration
Wits Business School
PMP Certification - Project Management
PMI Institute
Certificate in Property Development & Investment - Property Development & Investment
University of Cape Town
Certified Scrum Master - Project Management
Scrum Alliance
Certificate in Supply Chain Management - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Cape Town
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration - Business Administration
Wits Business School
Advanced Diploma in Business Project Management - Project Management
University of Cape Town
Some College (No Degree) - Civil Engineering
Walter Sisulu University
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