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Jacobus Johannes Andre Gebhardt

Jacobus Johannes Andre Gebhardt

Senior Contracts Manager
Cape Town

Summary

Results-driven Contract Manager with 30 plus years of experience in the building and construction industry. Proven track record in drafting, negotiating, and managing commercial contracts, service agreements, and tenders for large-scale construction projects. Skilled in risk mitigation, legal compliance, and cost optimization. Adept at building strong stakeholder relationships, managing contractors, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

SITE AGENT

Concor Construction
10.2024 - Current
  • Ensured quality workmanship with thorough inspections and adherence to established standards and guidelines.
  • Maintained accurate records of all site activities like daily logs which ensured seamless handover at the end of each shift.
  • Maintained strong client relationships by providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Achieved timely completion of projects through diligent scheduling, planning, and progress tracking.

CONTRACTS MANAGER

DLB CONSTRUCTION
03.2020 - 06.2024
  • Prepare project program, method statement, track program and prepare reports for the professionals team and production manager
  • Supervision of building construction.
  • Represent contractor in site meetings.
  • Liaise with the professional team and client.
  • Monitor quality of works on the site.
  • Quantify and order materials.
  • Check and sign off sub-contractors fortnightly claims.
  • Write and send potential delay notifications to the principal agent.
  • Write and send requests for information to the architect and the rest of the professional team.
  • Prepare long lead items schedule.

PROJECTS WORKED ON:

  • LM GYM, Tamarin - (Rs 369 000 000)
  • The Marine Luxury Apartments – (Rs 900 000 000)
  • Exclusive Luxury Apartments – ( Rs 640 000 000)
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices, ensuring compliant and competitive contracting approaches.
  • Provided expert guidance to colleagues on contract interpretation and application, fostering a culture of compliance within the organization.
  • Collaborated with legal counsel to develop comprehensive risk assessments for high-value contracts, safeguarding company interests.
  • Implemented robust monitoring systems to track ongoing contractual commitments and identify potential issues before they escalated.
  • Facilitated training sessions for colleagues on contract management best practices, increasing overall team competence in managing complex agreements effectively.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms for clients, resulting in cost savings and risk reduction.
  • Streamlined contract processes by implementing standardized templates and procedures.
  • Managed contract closeout procedures, ensuring all deliverables were met and any outstanding issues resolved in a timely manner.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
  • Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
  • Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
  • Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
  • Conducted research, identifying potential vendors and better pricing options.
  • Analyzed and reported on inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.

CONTRACTS MANAGER

LBC LENCO CONSTRUCTION
01.2012 - 12.2019
  • Prepare project program, method statement, track program and prepare reports for the professionals team and production manager
  • Supervision of building construction.
  • Represent contractor in site meetings.
  • Liaise with the professional team and client.
  • Monitor quality of works on the site.
  • Quantify and order materials.
  • Check and sign off sub-contractors fortnightly claims.
  • Write and send potential delay notifications to the principal agent.
  • Write and send requests for information to the architect and the rest of the professional team.
  • Prepare long lead items schedule.

PROJECTS WORKED ON:

  • Menlyn Maine hotel-(R369 000 000)
  • The Regency Luxury Apartments – (R 400 000 000)

CONTRACT MANAGER

GVK SIYA ZAMA
06.2006 - 11.2011
  • Prepare project program, method statement, track program and prepare reports for the professionals team and production manager
  • Supervision of building construction.
  • Represent contractor in site meetings.
  • Liaise with the professional team and client.
  • Monitor quality of works on the site.
  • Quantify and order materials.
  • Check and sign off sub-contractors fortnightly claims.
  • Write and send potential delay notifications to the principal agent.
  • Write and send requests for information to the architect and the rest of the professional team.
  • Prepare long lead items schedule.

PROJECTS WORKED ON:

  • Development Bank of South Africa - (R48 000 000.00)
  • Musanda Intelligence Services of South Africa - (R35 000 000.00)
  • CGO Government Building Pretoria - (R78 000 000.00)

CONTRACT MANAGER

EDAC BUILDING
01.2000 - 06.2006
  • Control and coordinate all activities on the building site.
  • Materials logistics plan.
  • Communication and coordination with the client, professional teams, sub-contractors, costing and project management.
  • Regular program and progress reports.

PROJECTS WORKED ON:

  • Housing Development Cape town - (R25 to R55 000 000.00)
  • RDP Housing and Development Cape Town - (R45 000 000.00)
  • Client Houses Cape Town and West Coast - (R900 000.00 to R1 500 000.00)

PRODUCTION MANAGER

UNION STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
01.2001 - 12.2003
  • Analyze plans and planning of projects.
  • Liaise with boilermakers, welders and spray painters.
  • Meet deadlines given on each project.
  • Programming CNC machines.
  • Co-ordinate and control logistics.
  • HR activities - staff issues.

BOILERMAKER / SHIFT MANAGER

WESTERN HOLDINGS GOLD MINE
01.1980 - 06.1998
  • Worked as an apprentice and as qualified boilermaker in gold plant.
  • Maintenance of milling plant, crusher plant and melt house.
  • Pipe developments.
  • Safety control and general house keeping.
  • Produce Ore according to mine standards.
  • Production Planning.
  • Organization of labour, materials and equipment.
  • Administration Work.
  • Personnel Direction and Control.
  • Liaison with various departments (survey, geographical and ventilation).
  • Safety and Training.

Education

Grade 12 -

Technical High School Welkom

N1,2,3 - Welding / Metal Work

Technical College Welkom

Skills

  • Contract Manager
  • Production Manager
  • Legal compliance
  • Procurement management
  • Contract drafting
  • Vendor relations
  • Contract negotiation expertise
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Material management
  • Inventory sourcing
  • Source vendors
  • Supplier assessment

Timeline

SITE AGENT

Concor Construction
10.2024 - Current

CONTRACTS MANAGER

DLB CONSTRUCTION
03.2020 - 06.2024

CONTRACTS MANAGER

LBC LENCO CONSTRUCTION
01.2012 - 12.2019

CONTRACT MANAGER

GVK SIYA ZAMA
06.2006 - 11.2011

PRODUCTION MANAGER

UNION STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
01.2001 - 12.2003

CONTRACT MANAGER

EDAC BUILDING
01.2000 - 06.2006

BOILERMAKER / SHIFT MANAGER

WESTERN HOLDINGS GOLD MINE
01.1980 - 06.1998

N1,2,3 - Welding / Metal Work

Technical College Welkom

Grade 12 -

Technical High School Welkom
Jacobus Johannes Andre GebhardtSenior Contracts Manager