Kian Marais
Construction/Carpentry/Suspended Ceilings
Paarl
Summary
Dynamic project management professional with a proven track record at Gotwood, excelling in project scheduling and customer relations. Demonstrated leadership in optimizing resource allocation and exceeding client expectations. Adept at mentoring teams and enhancing operational efficiency, consistently delivering exceptional results through effective communication and strategic planning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Team Leader - Project Management
Gotwood
02.2021 - Current
- Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely completion of tasks and delivering client satisfaction.
- Exceeded client expectations consistently by delivering exceptional results through strong leadership, efficient processes, and clear communication.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to ensure consistency in approach across all projects within the organization.
- Optimized resource allocation across multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality or timeline adherence.
Assistant Site Manager
Chianti Property Holdings
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Conducted quality control inspections to identify issues early on, preventing costly delays or rework later in the process.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices for construction projects and fostering professional development within the team.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure clear understanding of project objectives, timelines, and expectations.
- Oversaw daily progress and ensured tasks were completed on schedule, resulting in timely project completion.
- Continuously reviewed processes for areas of improvement opportunities that ultimately led to increased overall operational efficiency at job sites.
Education
High School Diploma - Robotics Engineering
Pearsons
Tygervalley Western Cape Skills
Project scheduling
Scope management
Task delegation
Meeting facilitation
Project planning and development
Work flow planning
Customer relations
Productivity improvement
Timeline
Assistant Site Manager
Chianti Property Holdings
08.2025 - 10.2025
Team Leader - Project Management
Gotwood
02.2021 - Current
High School Diploma - Robotics Engineering
Pearsons