MFUNEKO ALEX NOMVALO
CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
UMZIMKHULU
Summary
Dynamic Civil Technician with extensive experience at Novarc Construction Company, excelling in team leadership and site safety. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and managing large teams. Skilled in construction management and effective communication, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget while fostering strong client relationships.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Manager
Novarc Construction Company : CONCRETE CANVAS INSTALATION ( SAPREF REFINERY)
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Managed subcontractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines and specifications.
- Monitored, coached, and supervised team of more than 100 employees in a year.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
- Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
- Rehabilitating earth bund walls and install concrete canvas on top.
- Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
- Maintained detailed records of all site activities, providing valuable data for future planning efforts and analysis of best practices in site management techniques.
SITE TECHNICIAN
KHANYISA CIVILS AND PLANT HIRE :WETLANDCROSSING WATER PIPE LINE (ESKOM KUSILE POWER STATION)
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided detailed progress reports to supervisors, highlighting successes achieved while addressing areas needing improvement proactively.
- Conducted quality control checks to ensure compliance with industry standards and client requirements throughout project duration.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to solve problems encountered during construction phases effectively.
- Mitigated risk factors on-site by adhering strictly to established health and safety guidelines while promoting awareness among fellow workers.
- Supported project completion within budget through diligent tracking of expenses and resource allocation.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks under high-pressure conditions without compromising quality or accuracy in work performed.
Site Technician
UNICON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY: Building of Mangosuthu University Student Centre (MUT)
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Assisted in the training of new employees, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Maximized equipment performance through regular maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Ensure formworks are straightened, plumbed, squared and aligned with grid lines with correct maintenance of elevation lines.
- Ensure concrete is poured at correct rate, consolidated and vibrated properly. Co-ordinating construction work according to priorities and plans.
- Producing schedules and monitor attendance of crew. Allocating general and daily responsibilities.
- Ensure manpower and resources are adequate. Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met. Supervise the use of machinery and equipment. Monitor expenditure and ensure it remains within budget.
ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR
SFISO BUILDING CONTRACTORS: UMZIMKHULU MEMORIAL HALL BUILDING(UMZIMKHULU MUNICIPALITY)
07.2014 - 12.2015
- Submitted documentation and reports to upper management.
- Managed daily tasks, delegating responsibilities effectively to optimize team resources and meet deadlines.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Worked closely with other supervisors to create a cohesive, high-performing team that consistently met or exceeded company objectives.
- Site supervision, levelling and setting out, supervision of concrete, steel fixing, formwork and brick work ,reading and interpretation of drawings for implementation, keeping track of all work performed as well as materials used and responsible for control of costs in materials used and wages, keeping track of material delivered on site and also material taken from site to other sites, administrative work.
Assistant Site Manager
MTHEMBUKAZI TRADING AND PROJECTS: WARD 16 SPORT FIELD CONSTRUCTION (UMZIMKHULU MUNICIPALITY)
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Facilitated effective communication between site teams, design professionals, and stakeholders to maintain a cohesive approach throughout projects'' execution.
- Continuously reviewed processes for areas of improvement opportunities that ultimately led to increased overall operational efficiency at job sites.
- Aided in the development of comprehensive site-specific safety plans, fostering a strong culture of safety among all team members.
- Maintained a safe work environment by implementing strict safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- General site supervision, level and drawing interpretation. Quality Control
PMU Intern
UMZIMKHULU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
05.2012 - 04.2013
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Existing access roads maintenance assessment, report writing (progress reports, access road assessment report and quarterly reports), site visits, site inspection, supervision of road layer works, laying of storm water pipes, construction of manholes and catch pits, MIG claims, MIG payments, Tender document compilation, estimating measurement, levelling and setting out of works, identifying defects on under construction roads .Conducting meetings
Education
1.Lead And Supervise Construction 2.Supervise Heal
Master Builders Association
Durban, South Africa04-2017
NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN CIVIL ENGINEERING - Civil Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
KwaZulu Natal, Umlazi, Sooth Africa 04.2001 -
LADAM SS SCHOOL
UMZIMKHULU11-2008
Skills
Team leadership
Site inspection and management
Site safety
Problem-solving
Construction management
Decision making
Time management
Communication skills
Problem Solving
Leadership
Computer Skills
Supervise
Timeline
Site Manager
Novarc Construction Company : CONCRETE CANVAS INSTALATION ( SAPREF REFINERY)
07.2018 - 07.2019
SITE TECHNICIAN
KHANYISA CIVILS AND PLANT HIRE :WETLANDCROSSING WATER PIPE LINE (ESKOM KUSILE POWER STATION)
08.2017 - 05.2018
Site Technician
UNICON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY: Building of Mangosuthu University Student Centre (MUT)
06.2016 - 05.2017
ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR
SFISO BUILDING CONTRACTORS: UMZIMKHULU MEMORIAL HALL BUILDING(UMZIMKHULU MUNICIPALITY)
07.2014 - 12.2015
Assistant Site Manager
MTHEMBUKAZI TRADING AND PROJECTS: WARD 16 SPORT FIELD CONSTRUCTION (UMZIMKHULU MUNICIPALITY)
09.2013 - 05.2014
PMU Intern
UMZIMKHULU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
05.2012 - 04.2013
NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN CIVIL ENGINEERING - Civil Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
04.2001 -
1.Lead And Supervise Construction 2.Supervise Heal
Master Builders Association
LADAM SS SCHOOL