SAP
Kevin-Kudazya Mapeto
Project Manager
Kempton Park,South Africa
Summary
Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing work teams, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Projects Engineer
Saudi Aramco
Haradh, Saudi Arabia
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Led and supervised construction contractors and assumed full responsibility and accountability for assigned project work packages.
- Planned and managed engineering projects and continuous improvement programs to reduce labor and costs.
- Liaised with company executives and project managers to acquire resources to move projects forward.
- Met with stakeholders to identify and resolve issues and conflicting priorities.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
- Identified and mitigated technical risks within managed projects.
- Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs, schedules and goals.
- Reviewed contractor proposals and sets of drawings prepared by firms to identify missing information, generate questions and align budgets.
- Made recommendations to improve design, construction means and methods and materials based on field or changing conditions.
- Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance, health and safety.
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities and developing field conditions.
- Assessed impact of modification requests for ongoing projects, providing documentation on required changes and expectations.
- Administered project contracts - review and evaluate contractor's claims and make recommendation to accept/reject/negotiate.
- Supported management throughout decision-making and launch by providing regular compliance reports to drive process improvement and corrective measures.
- Recommended organization process improvements to grow throughput figures and reduce unnecessary waste'
- Mentored and trained junior engineers in project engineering processes, work methods and material handling.
- Managed receiving operations and proper storage of incoming materials.
- Adhered to all safety protocols and standards when operating equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts.
- Worked with project managers to determine schedule and volume requirements in order to effectively coordinate deliveries and maintain supply levels.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Visited construction sites daily to evaluate work quality.
- Assisted project team with conflict resolution between owner, contractor and subcontractor.
- Managed independent resolutions of site issues to keep workers on-task and prevent more complex issues.
- Closely monitored contrators, fabrication, loading and unloading tasks in the lay down areas to minimize safety accidents and maximize productivity.
- Enhanced job site safety by vigilantly monitoring equipment and team members to prevent accidents.
- Managed subcontractor personnel activity and team resources to meet all project requirements.
- Coordinated crew and subcontractor work activities and materials acquisition and maintenance.
- Monitored inventory storage locations to guarantee safe and efficient movement of materials for stocking and issuing.
- Performed daily floor walks and supervised receive docks to investigate and resolve material issues.
- Forecasted materials replenishment levels by performing analysis of usage, issues and criticality.
- Verified shipment details and progress according to schedules to maximize production success.
- Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Addressed internal supply problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays and missed targets.
- Managed inventory team to achieve optimal productivity and inventory control.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Coordinated schedules with suppliers to maintain adequate material levels.
Projects Material Engineer
Saudi Aramco
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Evaluated and reviewed procurement documents and participated in PMI and FAT inspections.
- Led and oversaw engineering resources in reviewing and responding to technical bid queries and review of manufacturers technical documents.
- Participated in technical and commercial evaluation and negotiation of Service Orders, Scope Works and general engineering services contracts.
- Forecasted materials replenishment levels by performing analysis of usage, issues and criticality.
- Enforced company engineering standard and material specifications to meet defined project and quality assurance requirements.
- Championed project risk management, leverage project opportunities and their deployment for project optimization and benefits realization.
- Initiated and directed drafting and creation of purchase requisitions and expedited goods and services to meet Just In Time (JIT) inventory controls.
- Managed and processed change orders and made sure risks were assessed, approved, and appropriately captured.
- Catalogued and standardized materials to support ongoing and future projects.
- Generated and monitored supplier KPI reports to measure supplier performance.
- Implemented improvement initiatives to achieve inventory cost reductions and raw material delivery precision.
- Conducted project site visits to meet with construction staff, evaluate progress and discuss operational issues.
- Coordinated schedules with suppliers to maintain adequate material levels and boost organization preparedness to meet demand.
- Worked with construction and management to determine schedule and volume requirements in order to effectively coordinate deliveries and maintain supply levels.
- Maintains partnerships with whole supply chain to drive regular performance reviews against quality, cost and delivery.
- Coached and mentored young engineers.
Microwave Engineer
United Nations Mission In South Sudan
Torit, South Sudan
02.2013 - 04.2013
- Installed, commissioned and maintained Harris Stratex (Eclipse) DMC Systems for PDH, SDH/SONET, and data applications.
- Spearheaded deployment and connection of fibre optic and computer networks.
- Created and strengthened testing procedures to enhance quality controls.
Site Manager
Glocorp
Springs, South Africa
11.2012 - 12.2012
- Supervised contractor works and managed installation of Huawei IP Microwave Networks in Mpumalanga province, including interfacing with clients for quality inspections and site testing.
- Scheduled and planned work activities, priorities, and targets, also developed and initiated project feedback reports.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
Senior Telecommunication Technician
Molapo Technology
Centurion, South Africa
07.2008 - 10.2012
- Repaired, diagnosed, and maintained variety of communication systems and peripheral equipment.
- Led product testing, failure investigations and corrective action planning.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Completed proactive maintenance and repair actions to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Demonstrated leadership by coaching and providing leadership to less-experienced technicians.
Electronic Technician
Cash Crusaders
North Riding, South Africa
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Performed preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
- Conducted in-depth defect analysis for completed assemblies and components to root cause level.
- Modified, maintained or repaired printed circuit boards or subassemblies by replacing electronic and or mechanical components to achieve proper functioning.
- Developed circuitry and board designs used in Solidworks, Eagle, AutoCAD and ORCAD applications.
- Assembled electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
University of Liverpool
UK 11.2016 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
University of South Africa
South Africa 02.2010 - 09.2015
No Degree - National Diploma in Electronic Engineering
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
Zimbabwe 01.2005 - 12.2006
No Degree - National Certificate in Electronic Communication
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
Zimbabwe 01.2002 - 12.2004
Skills
Construction management
Contract Management
Project estimation and Budgeting
Risk management
Procurement
Strategic planning and Coordination
Advanced problem solving and analytical skills
Affiliations
South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP)
Candidate Construction Project Manager (Membership ID: PCM20683)
Software
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Project
Timeline
Projects Engineer
Saudi Aramco
01.2019 - 04.2021
Master of Science - Project Management
University of Liverpool
11.2016 - 07.2019
Microwave Engineer
United Nations Mission In South Sudan
02.2013 - 04.2013
Projects Material Engineer
Saudi Aramco
01.2013 - 12.2018
Site Manager
Glocorp
11.2012 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
University of South Africa
02.2010 - 09.2015
Senior Telecommunication Technician
Molapo Technology
07.2008 - 10.2012
Electronic Technician
Cash Crusaders
01.2007 - 01.2008
No Degree - National Diploma in Electronic Engineering
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
01.2005 - 12.2006
No Degree - National Certificate in Electronic Communication
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
01.2002 - 12.2004