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Pfuluwani Simeon Makhwanya
Project Manager
Johannesburg
Summary
Proven Project Manager with a track record of delivering projects within scope and budget at MTN SA. Expert in strategic planning and risk management, adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration and enhancing team performance. Reduced costs by 10% at Telkom South Africa, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and adaptability skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Project Manager
MTN SA
MTN Innovation Centre, Fairlands, Roodepoort
04.2001 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Completion of projects within scope, schedule, cost and quality as expected
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Facilitated change management processes within organizations by effectively communicating benefits of new systems or processes being introduced during projects.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by closely monitoring applicable laws and regulations within the industry sector throughout each stage of the project life cycle.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining cost effectiveness.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
- Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
Technical Officer
Telkom South Africa
Centurion
04.1998 - 03.2001
- Ensured smooth operation of critical systems by performing routine backups and disaster recovery planning.
- Established effective communication channels between technology teams ensuring seamless collaboration during project execution.
- Enhanced network security with the installation of firewalls and monitoring systems, reducing potential threats.
- Reduced costs by 10% through effective mediation of various agreements.
- Monitored and analyzed system performance using advanced tools leading to continuous improvements in operational efficiencies.
- Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction with prompt issue resolution and proactive system maintenance.
- Streamlined company''s data storage process through the implementation of cloud-based solutions.
- Mentored junior IT staff members to improve their technical skills and enhance team performance.
- Conducted comprehensive IT audits, identifying areas of improvement in infrastructure and processes.
- Developed custom applications to meet unique business requirements, increasing productivity and workflow efficiency.
- Implemented a robust ticketing system for efficient tracking and resolution of IT service requests from employees.
Lecturer
Witbank College
Emalahleni, South Africa
04.1996 - 03.1998
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Promoted collaboration among students through group projects and presentations, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
- Contributed to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by faculty members.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods to address the unique needs of each learner, ensuring academic success for all students.
- Implemented instructional technologies in course delivery to engage and educate students.
Education
Masters in Project Management - Project Management
Tech Global University
Andorra La Vella 04.2001 -
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Henley Business School
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Information Technology Management Program - Information Technology Management Program
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
National Diploma - Project Management
Damelin
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
National 2nd Diploma - Electrical Engineering - National 2nd Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Capricorn FET College
Polokwane, South Africa 04.2001 -
Matric - Matric
Thase Secondary School
Thohoyandou, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Project planning and development
- Project tracking
- Strategic Planning
- Risk Management
- Schedule Management
- Work flow planning
- Project Scheduling
- Technical Support
- Cost Control
- Client Relations
- Document Management
- Data Analysis
- Customer Relations
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Productivity Improvement
- Contract Management
- Scope Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Vendor Sourcing
- Presentations
- Team Bonding
- Resource Allocation
- Compliance Monitoring
- Agile Methodology
- Project scope
- Stakeholder Communications
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Staff Management
- Technical understanding
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Budget Control
- Business Analysis
- Budget Preparation
- Project scope analysis
- Project Closure
- Procedure Development
- Logistics Management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Purchasing and procurement
- Performance Improvements
- Conflict Management
- Processes and procedures
- Inventory Control
- Advanced problem solving
- Construction management
- Performance Evaluations
- Data review
- Cost reduction and containment
- Client rapport
- Forecasting
- Customer relations specialist
- Requirements Gathering
- Influencing skills
- Computer Architecture
- Permit processing
- Lean manufacturing and design
- Startup turnaround strategies
- Team building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
PMP - Project Management Professional
Interests
Rugby
Cricket
Volleyball
Accomplishments
Best lecturer in 1996
Best Project Manager in 2023 in the Network Resilience program
Timeline
Masters in Project Management - Project Management
Tech Global University
04.2001 -
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Henley Business School
04.2001 -
Information Technology Management Program - Information Technology Management Program
University of Pretoria
04.2001 -
National Diploma - Project Management
Damelin
04.2001 -
National 2nd Diploma - Electrical Engineering - National 2nd Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Capricorn FET College
04.2001 -
Matric - Matric
Thase Secondary School
04.2001 -
Project Manager
MTN SA
04.2001 - Current
Technical Officer
Telkom South Africa
04.1998 - 03.2001
Lecturer
Witbank College
04.1996 - 03.1998