Kgothatso Trudy Mawela
Polokwane
Summary
Dynamic Construction Project Manager with proven success at Limpopo Department of Public Works and Roads Infrastructure. Expert in project planning and cost control, adept at stakeholder coordination and conflict resolution. Achieved compliance with SANS standards while delivering projects on time and within budget, fostering collaboration among diverse teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Candidate Construction Project Manager
Limpopo Department of Public Works and Roads Infrastructure (LDPWRI)
Polokwane
02.2021 - 01.2026
- Managed multiple construction projects concurrently from planning to close-out, ensuring adherence to approved budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
- Planned, scheduled, and monitored construction activities to meet project milestones and deadlines.
- Managed project costs and timelines, recognizing risks and instituting corrective actions when required.
- Facilitated collaboration among project stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants, to accomplish project objectives.
- Streamlined client approvals for project documentation, ensuring compliance with government processes.
- Carried out consistent site evaluations to assess workmanship quality, maintain safety compliance, and gauge progress against program benchmarks.
- Mediated disputes between contractors and professional teams to facilitate timely resolutions and maintain project momentum.
- Developed comprehensive progress reports and status updates, enhancing communication and decision-making for senior management and clients.
Construction Project Manager Intern
Limpopo Department of Public Works and Roads Infrastructure (LDPWRI)
Polokwane
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Supervised daily site operations to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Facilitated planning and monitoring processes for construction projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines and objectives.
- Assisted construction project manager in overseeing site activities and organizing project documentation for effective project flow.
- Recorded minutes during site meetings and contributed to progress reporting for enhanced project tracking.
Education
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Construction Management
University of Pretoria
Pretoria01-2019
Skills
- Project management
- Project planning
- Site supervision
- Cost control
- Contract Administration
- Construction Documentation
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Bid evaluation
- Progress reporting
- Team Coordination
- Communication Skills
Certification
- Candidate Construction Project Manager, B/3656/2020
- Construction Contracts and Contract Law Training Certificate, 2025
Projects
- Construction of New Facilities, Additions and Rehabilitation – Leduma Mahume Primary School, Department of Education, Assistant Candidate Construction Project Manager, R28,887,546.79, 18 Months, 02/01/21- 08/31/22
- Upgrading and Additions – Rakgoatha School, Department of Education, Candidate Construction Project Manager, R30,532,957.02, 36 Months, 11/01/22- Project Terminated
- Construction of New Vleifontein Library, Department of Sports and Culture, Candidate Construction Project Manager, R15,967,041.60, 12 Months, 08/01/23- 12/31/24
- Construction of New Mopani West Agro-Ecological Zone Offices, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Candidate Construction Project Manager, R53,802,476.52, 18 Months, 06/01/25-01/31/26
Ats Status
APPROVED, 90–95%
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Northern Sotho
Native
Native
Isizulu
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Afrikaans
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Candidate Construction Project Manager
Limpopo Department of Public Works and Roads Infrastructure (LDPWRI)
02.2021 - 01.2026
Construction Project Manager Intern
Limpopo Department of Public Works and Roads Infrastructure (LDPWRI)
09.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Construction Management
University of Pretoria