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Jaco Viljoen

Jaco Viljoen

PROJECT MANAGER / 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE / HORIZONTAL, VERTICAL & MULTI-LEVEL CONSTRUCTION
Mbombela

Summary

Professional construction leader with proven track record in project management, delivering projects on time and within budget. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs, ensuring reliability and consistency. Skilled in project planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Known for driving results and maintaining high standards in all phases of construction.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

NBC Civils & Construction
03.2003 - Current
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
  • Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
  • Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices.
  • Achieved high levels of team engagement and morale by promoting collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Completed projects within tight deadlines, coordinating team efforts and prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Improved client relationships, consistently meeting or exceeding project expectations and maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Promoted innovation within project teams, encouraging exploration of new tools and methodologies to enhance project outcomes.
  • Enhanced team performance with targeted training programs, addressing skill gaps and promoting professional development.
  • Reduced project costs, negotiating contracts with suppliers and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Improved stakeholder satisfaction with detailed project updates and proactive issue resolution.
  • Achieved significant improvements in project quality by establishing rigorous quality control processes.
  • Facilitated smoother project transitions, ensuring thorough documentation and effective handovers.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successful project completions, improving team cohesion and productivity with effective leadership strategies.
  • Streamlined procurement process for project materials, reducing wait times and avoiding potential delays.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, conducting post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and best practices.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
  • Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.

Principal Director

Arkvest Properties & Real Estate
06.2010 - Current
  • Pitched properties, redirected objections and consistently closed new real estate opportunities.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive real estate strategies for company expansion and profitability.
  • Maintained network of local industry partnerships to support sales pipeline.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of commercial properties, ensuring optimal tenant satisfaction and revenue generation.
  • Created innovative marketing strategies to attract prospective tenants, reducing vacancies and optimizing rental income.
  • Attracted top of funnel opportunities for real estate development and sales.
  • Targeted multifamily owners with polished sales presentations to reach full sales potential.
  • Built a high-performing team of real estate professionals through effective recruitment, training, and mentorship programs.
  • Coached team members on best practices in real estate negotiations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
  • Mitigated legal exposure by adhering to stringent compliance standards in all aspects of real estate transactions.
  • Negotiated purchase contracts to acquire approved sites.
  • Spearheaded redevelopment projects that revitalized neighborhoods by repurposing underutilized spaces into vibrant mixed-use environments.
  • Sold real estate to developers to sign maximum units in target locations.
  • Added high volume of new units to portfolio and propelled continued growth.
  • Implemented cost-effective property management solutions to maximize operational efficiency and reduce expenses.
  • Conducted thorough market analysis and due diligence for potential acquisitions, minimizing investment risks.
  • Increased property portfolio value by identifying and securing strategic real estate investments.
  • Successfully navigated complex zoning regulations to facilitate profitable developments while maintaining strong relationships with local municipalities.
  • Analyzed markets, developed strategic plans and offered insightful direction to executives over real estate activities.
  • Prospected and qualified new leads for sales presentations.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.

Operations Manager

Multi Franchise Company (Automotive Dealership Group) / Nissan, Mazda, Daewoo, Fiat, Shell Petroleum, Engen Petroleum
02.1992 - 03.2004
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Implemented quality control systems to boost overall product consistency and reliability.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
  • Led successful change initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions during organizational restructuring efforts.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Implemented sustainability initiatives, reducing environmental impact.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.

Education

Diploma - DIP.IBM - Business Management

Institute Of Business Management South Africa
Johannesburg
04.2001 -

NQF5 - Executive Business Management - Business Management

University Of Stellenbosch Business School
Stellenbosch, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Estimating

Timeline

Principal Director

Arkvest Properties & Real Estate
06.2010 - Current

Project Manager

NBC Civils & Construction
03.2003 - Current

Diploma - DIP.IBM - Business Management

Institute Of Business Management South Africa
04.2001 -

NQF5 - Executive Business Management - Business Management

University Of Stellenbosch Business School
04.2001 -

Operations Manager

Multi Franchise Company (Automotive Dealership Group) / Nissan, Mazda, Daewoo, Fiat, Shell Petroleum, Engen Petroleum
02.1992 - 03.2004

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