Office Suite
Koos Nel
Mossel Bay
Summary
Project Manager with demonstrated success assessing project scope and adhering to deadlines. Safety-conscious and detail-oriented with 18-year industry background. Well-versed in team leadership and task delegation to drive project progress and foster client satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Altrama Structural Engineers
01.2022 - Current
- Established offices in Hartswater (Northern Cape) and Mossel Bay (Western Cape)
- Project Management of 30+ residential, commercial and industrial projects from procurement to commission.
- Prepared presentations outlining proposed designs to customers and incorporated feedback into final plans.
- Collaborated closely with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination and execution of projects.
- Ensured smooth project progress by proactively addressing potential design conflicts and coordinating with relevant stakeholders to rectify them.
- Facilitated smooth communication with stakeholders by preparing clear reports detailing project progress, issues encountered, and proposed solutions.
- Optimized construction processes by conducting regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Created detailed technical drawings and designs, incorporating special requests.
- Quality assurance through QMS, method statements & specifications
- Compiling Reports – Design, Services, Stormwater Management, Feasibility, Inspection, Progress, Condition & Insurance.
Project Manager
HTD Construction & Civils
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Successful completion of 50+ small to medium sized residential and commercial buildings and renovations.
- Grew annual turnover from R3million to R35million within 4 years
- Collaborated closely with clients, end user clients, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives to ensure project objectives were met, maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
- Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship.
- Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Optimized resource allocation by carefully tracking progress against established milestones to adjust as needed.
Technician/Office Manager
CSE Consulting
01.2008 - 12.2018
- Established offices in East London (Eastern Cape) and Kokstad (Kwazulu Natal)
- Project Management of 80+ residential, commercial, institutional and industrial projects & developments from procurement to commissioning.
- Collaborated closely with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination and execution of projects.
- Facilitated smooth communication with stakeholders by preparing clear reports detailing project progress, issues encountered, and proposed solutions.
- Provided valuable input during design development stages to improve overall functionality and aesthetics of proposed infrastructure solutions.
- Optimized construction processes by conducting regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by maintaining detailed schedules and coordinating activities between different teams.
- Created detailed technical drawings and designs, incorporating special requests.
- Compiling Reports – Design, Services, Stormwater Management, Feasibility, Inspection, Progress, Condition & Insurance.
Surveyor
Raubex
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Conduct surveys in accordance with company procedures, safety guidelines, and legal requirements.
- Accurately collect, record, and process survey data using appropriate surveying tools and equipment such as total stations, GPS, and laser scanners.
- Establish and maintain control points, benchmarks, and reference grid systems.
- Conduct topographic and contour surveys to identify changes to the construction landscape.
Site Foreman
G-Force Engineering
01.2005 - 12.2005
- Delivered high-quality workmanship by overseeing all aspects of construction from start to finish.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities, including time sheets, material logs, and safety reports.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
Education
B. Tech. Engineering - Civil (Urban) (Partial)
UNISA
N. Dip. Engineering - Civil
CUT
Pest Control Operator -
Department of Agriculture
Skills
- Project & Construction Management
- Project & Construction Coordination & Planning
- Budget Planning
- Time Management
- Quality Control
- Problem Resolution
- Written & Verbal Communication
Software
Autocad
Civil Designer Suite
Prokon
Civil 3D
RIB Candy
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Professional Development Courses
- Professional Project Management – CPD Africa
- Autocad, Revit Structures, Sumo, Prokon, Civil 3D – Prokon Software
- Design Centre, Survey & Terrain, Road & Sewer – Civil Designer (Knowledge Base)
- Construction Estimating & Valuations - RIB Candy
- Structural Pest Control – Pest Management Academy
Personal Information
- Full Names: Jacobus Hendrik Louw Nel
- ID Number: 8504285071083
- Nationality: South African
- Race and Gender: White Male
- Languages: English & Afrikaans
- Driving License: Code B
- Own Transport: Yes
- Available: Immediate
References
- H Foster, Altrama Structural Engineers, 079 301 5676
- F Maritz, HTD Construction & Civils, 082 378 3697
- T Judeel, CSE Consulting, 082 373 1391
Timeline
Director
Altrama Structural Engineers
01.2022 - Current
Project Manager
HTD Construction & Civils
01.2019 - 12.2022
Technician/Office Manager
CSE Consulting
01.2008 - 12.2018
Surveyor
Raubex
01.2006 - 12.2007
Site Foreman
G-Force Engineering
01.2005 - 12.2005
B. Tech. Engineering - Civil (Urban) (Partial)
UNISA
N. Dip. Engineering - Civil
CUT
Pest Control Operator -
Department of Agriculture
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