Prokon
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 WritingProblem Solving Skills
Stormwater management
Structural analysis
Pressure vessel design
Construction management
2D and 3D modeling
AutoCAD proficiency
Hydraulic and pneumatic design
Project management experience
Teamwork and Collaboration
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Affiliations
- South African Institute of Civil Engineers - Associate member
- Engineering Council Of South Africa (Awaiting Professional registration outcome )
Software
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