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Nhlanhla Ndlovu

Civil Engineer ( Water Infrastructure )
Johannesburg,Gauteng

Summary

Qualified Civil Engineer with six years of experience working in various capacities to complete design and construction engineering tasks. Particular expertise in bulk water pipelines , sewer outfalls , pump stations, earthworks, concrete works, constructions supervision and monitoring. Proven success in identifying and addressing challenges to complete projects on-time and under budget. Applies cost-saving strategies without sacrificing practicality and quality. Manages large projects and teams to meet milestones and exceed quality expectations.



Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Civil Engineer

Zimile Consulting Engineers
Midrand, Gauteng
02.2020 - Current
  • Designed and implemented wide variety of municipal projects for water and sewer piping systems, water storage , water and sewer pumps stations.
  • Developed submissions for requests for proposal for engineering services by compiling technical information.
  • Calculated design measurements and analyzed engineering data to plan projects.
  • Led and monitored construction, equipment installation and inspections.
  • Planned and designed projects with software such as AutoCAD Civil 3d and Civil Designer.
  • Coordinated projects by working with other engineers, contractors and regulatory agencies.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Analyzed survey reports, maps, drawings and other topographical and geologic data to plan infrastructure and construction projects.
  • Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
  • Managed conceptual design projects while providing task management and technical contributions to multidisciplinary teams.
  • Kept projects on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.

Civil Engineer

Tangos Consultants
Randburg, Gauteng
10.2016 - 01.2020
  • Developed and implemented solutions to maintain and improve client infrastructure at existing sites.
  • Managed construction contracts for capital projects to outline objectives, stakeholder responsibilities and modification procedures.
  • Reduced risks by reviewing permits process to comply with regulations.
  • Prepared and presented project cost estimates, determined project feasibility based on data analysis and recommended improvements.
  • Provided technical and professional engineering support services in design and construction projects.
  • Analyzed survey reports, maps, blueprints and other topographical and geotechnical data to plan infrastructure and construction projects.
  • Managed conceptual design projects while providing task management and technical contributions to multidisciplinary teams.
  • Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and specifications.
  • Designed and implemented wide variety of municipal projects for water and sewer piping systems, water storage and water resource and water and sewer pump stations.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of 3D computer models.
  • Provided technical engineering support and project management for design, engineering and development of bulk water supply schemes and bulk sewer drainage infrastructure.
  • Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications.
  • Evaluated project feasibility based on material, equipment and labor expenses.
  • Coordinated technical requirements, scheduling and solution development for engineering design and test issues.
  • Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.

Junior Civil Engineer

Hatch
Greenstone, Gauteng
02.2015 - 09.2016
  • Assisted with graphical representations of civil and structural designs.
  • Estimated stormwater requirements for development of drainage and hydrology projects.
  • Conducted detailed water demand estimates for various water projects
  • Evaluated specifications for facilities design to determine compliance with standards.
  • Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
  • Drafted and reviewed construction schedules, environmental impact studies and project designs.
  • Calculated design measurements and analyzed engineering data to plan projects.
  • Collaborated with Project Manager for Gauteng Integrated infrastructure master plan for water and sewer project design phases.
  • Planned and designed projects with software such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS and Civil 3d.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
02.2009 - 11.2014

High School Diploma -

Newgate College
Johannesburg
01.2002 - 11.2007

Skills

Technical Report Writingundefined

Affiliations

  • South African Institute of Civil Engineers - Associate member
  • Engineering Council Of South Africa (Awaiting Professional registration outcome )

Software

Prokon

AutoCAD Civil 3D Idas (infrastructure design automated suite)

MS Excel , MS Word , MS PowerPoint ,MS Project

ArcGis

Civil Designer

Flowmaster

Timeline

Senior Civil Engineer

Zimile Consulting Engineers
02.2020 - Current

Civil Engineer

Tangos Consultants
10.2016 - 01.2020

Junior Civil Engineer

Hatch
02.2015 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Johannesburg
02.2009 - 11.2014

High School Diploma -

Newgate College
01.2002 - 11.2007

Courses

  • Transient flow in pipe systems
  • Civil Designer Course
  • AutoCad Civil 3D Infrastructure Design Automation Suite
  • Advanced Water Treatment Control – Coagulation & Flocculation
  • Procurement Tendering and Supply Chain Management
  • Urban Drainage Course
  • Junior Management Training

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