Obakeng Hlatshwayo

• Scientific and Technology Research
• Reporting To: Head of Centre; Project Advisory Committee; WEF SMME Future Networks IoT Leads
• Responsible for work at tactical and operational levels of management to deliver C4IR South Africa mandate and strategy and apply project management expertise together with appropriate technical acumen to achieve project goals by managing the total project management life cycle within project constraints according to applicable agile project management framework(s)
• Managing projects (e.g., continuously update project plans, project requirements using a team-based approach and the business case to ensure that the project outputs remain desirable, viable and achievable)
• Contribute to the conceptualization of new projects involving application of any of the above-mentioned technical areas
• Organizing project governance and team structures, defining roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities
• Deliver Successfully on projects - on brief, on budget, on time, every time
• Manage team and stakeholders (facilitate and negotiate), including communication (e.g., regular internal and external team meetings and progress reporting)
• Manage finances, consolidation, and administration
• Support the C4IR South Africa team in formulating and writing proposals
• Support the C4IR South Africa Management team and its operations to improve internal processes, tools, and systems
• Provide advice to project participants; serve as a liaison; performing research, analyzing information, providing documentation, and preparing reports
• Work across geographical boundaries with multiple stakeholders
• Given to the client
• React promptly to client enquiries and ensure service excellence
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS system
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

• Training, Auditing, Testing and Certification
• Reporting To: Operations Manager: Customized Audits
• Responsible for managing the customized hygiene auditing and testing program of a large corporate client while at the same time maintaining full control of daily operations and assist in developing solutions for SGS customers
• Overseeing the entire operation process of hygiene and testing service delivery: - Generate audits in online platform
• Manage local audit and testing schedulers
• Source, recruit and manage qualified resources
• Scheduling of audits, testing and courier services
• Auditor approval and allocation
• Processing of audit pack and reports
• Ensure delivery of program in line with contract requirements
• Monitor the progress of the program and prepare status reports for client and Global Project Manager
• Report and Resolve Issues
• Problem solving
• Oversee local invoicing
• Assist with the budget in alignment with the business plan
• Adhere to all SGS procedures and SSC Division policies and procedures
• Evaluation of all legal compliance audit documentations/files
• Customer liaison and project management of the assigned projects
• Development of relevant templates for use in managing the project
• Ensure a good level of internal control within the group
• Evaluate and determine improvement criteria
• Ensure that project team members team members receive relevant communication on all changes and internal training is conducted for all to ensure that they are informed of changes
• Conduct research and implement systems to ensure that changes are identified and communicated with all relevant team members
• All complaints and compliments are logged, investigated and feedback given to the client
• React promptly to client enquiries and ensure service excellence
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS system
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.

• Responsible for the successful recovery of costs incurred by MHPS-ZAF as a direct consequence of defect, non-conformance or damage in materials and / or works provided by its suppliers of goods and services

• Determine whether Defaulting party will rectify at own costs and communicate accordingly.

• Record costs of remedial work.

• Prepare estimate costs for remedial work, complete Notice and distribute as applicable.

• Capture and record all documents relating to the remedial work ( time sheets, purchase orders, quotes, drawings etc.)

• On completion of remedial works, calculate final costs for submission to Defaulting Party.

• Prepare invoice to Defaulting Party and close our relevant project on SAP.

• Negotiating Claims Settlements

• Compiling Cost Impact Assessments • Submitting Claims Packages to Defaulting Parties

• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.

· Prove liability of sub-contractors

· Attend daily kick-off meeting with the allocated Change Management supervisor to confirm allocation of daily task and objectives

· Physical movement between the site office, construction site, various laydown areas, warehouses, subcontractor sites and offices as well as other areas of activity, to collect the required information.

· Identify and be familiar with the contractual requirements for recovery of claims / back-charges contained in various subcontracts.

· Liaise with MHPSA site personnel in various departments to collect relevant information;

· Visit subcontractor premises and collect relevant information.

· Ensure reference numbers (NIRC/TDS/SI/PO) for all works and link to particular events for which evidence is collected.

· Verify timesheets and hours allocations per above references.

· Follow up on QC releases with QC Department. Liaise with DM / BM for status updates on works;

· Compile complete and convincing reports based on evidence collected.

· Time Management

· Contract understanding and interpretation

· Understands the requirements to prove liability of a subcontractor and understand complexity of claims

· Ability to actively follow up and close out a particular case

• Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
• Managed projects from procurement to commission.
• Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
• Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.

· Critically monitor project milestones

· Ensure all relevant stakeholders are engaged for on-site inspections and sign offs

· Provide training and assistance to team members as and when required

· Liaise with landlords and external parties with regards general requirements and restrictions

· Ensure contracts are managed in a way that is fair to all parties

· On site coordination and problem solving

· Actively measure progress against the contract’s performance

· Ensure an effective communication system is in place to provide timely feedback for management, client and customer

· Ensure adherence to the contract conditions and timelines

· Monitor performance by identifying and resolving areas of concern

· Negotiate assignment of team members on a matrix basis for projects

· Issue contract instructions in accordance with the conditions of the contract

· Develop team spirit and ensure that staff involved in the project are committed to the same goal

· Confirm milestones with stakeholders and customers

· Obtain final completion sign off from relevant parties

· Building client relationship

· Manages day-to-day client interaction

· Builds a knowledge base of client's business, organization and objectives.

· Develops lasting relationships with client personnel that foster client ties

· Ensure scope of services and timeframes are understood by all parties involved

· Arrange, Chair and record meetings progress meetings at regular intervals

· Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative solutions

· Manage the close out process of snagging and quality control procedures

· Inspect works progressively to ensure Program Sequence and Timelines are met

· Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships