Reinier Kitshoff
Civil Engineering Professional
Cape Town,WC
Summary
I am a skilled and dedicated Engineering Technician with a track record in effectively implementing innovative engineering solutions. Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Prokon and MS Projects. I bring extensive expertise in Design and Project Management to deliver successful projects. With a meticulous eye for detail and a passion for excellence, I am committed to ensuring the seamless execution of projects, meeting deadlines, and surpassing client expectations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Civil Engineer Technician
A19 Consulting Engineers
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Documented and designed projects including their specifications incorporating programs such as AutoCAD and Prokon
- Created detailed technical drawings and designs, incorporating requests from clients
- Assumed a key role in monitoring contractors’ project activities and progress, providing timely updates to team members and clients
- Conducted thorough project inspections, diligently carried out Requests for Inspection (RFIs), and documented project meeting minutes, reinforcing project quality and adherence to specifications
- Prepared price variation orders, project reports and documentation
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance
Engineer’s Agent Representative Assistant
Daveng Consulting Engineers
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Assumed a key role in monitoring contractors’ project activities and progress, providing timely updates to team members and clients, fostering transparency and trust
- Prepared price change orders, comprehensive project reports, and accurate documentation, contributing to the project’s financial accountability and overall success
- Acted as the primary representative for the company and project in meetings with esteemed clients and contractors, presenting project updates and maintaining positive professional relationships
- Conducted thorough project inspections, diligently carried out Requests for Inspection (RFIs), and meticulously documented project meeting minutes, reinforcing project quality and adherence to specifications
- Provided regular and insightful updates to managers on project budget status, progress milestones, and any encountered technical challenges, enabling informed decision-making and proactive problem-solving
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance
- Prepared price change orders, project reports and documentation
Business Owner
Solite Skylights
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Skylight Installation Expertise: As the primary skylight installer, I possess extensive hands-on experience in executing flawless installations, ensuring optimal light diffusion and energy efficiency for clients
- Sales and Customer Relations: Demonstrating strong sales acumen, I have effectively nurtured client relationships and identified tailored skylight, contracting, painting and tiling solutions to meet their unique needs, resulting in a high rate of customer satisfaction and repeat business
Civil Engineering Technician
Neil Lyners and Associates (RF) (Pty) Ltd
03.2014 - 11.2019
- Documented and designed projects and processes using MS Projects, AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bill software
- Obtained tenders for infrastructure projects and communicated with clients to determine tender adjudication
- Worked closely with engineers of other disciplines, land surveyors and other key stakeholders on different infrastructure projects
- Created detailed technical drawings and designs, incorporating special requests
- Documented and reported project activities to senior engineer
- Dedicated time to upskill colleagues on new design software and calculation automation
- Inspected project sites to monitor progress and adherence to design, specifications and safety standards
Civil Engineering Technician
Element Consulting Engineers
01.2011 - 02.2014
Trainee Site Agent
Stefanutti Stocks Johannesburg
12.2006 - 12.2007
Education
National Diploma - Civil Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2006 - 01.2009
Skills
Civil Infrastructure Design
Hobbies
I enjoy hiking, gardening, reading fiction novels and Karate. I compete regularly in inter-dojo competitions, and excel in my league, having multiple outstanding results.
Quote
"Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect."
Vince Lombardi
Timeline
Civil Engineer Technician
A19 Consulting Engineers
02.2024 - 12.2024
Engineer’s Agent Representative Assistant
Daveng Consulting Engineers
10.2022 - 07.2023
Business Owner
Solite Skylights
12.2019 - 01.2022
Civil Engineering Technician
Neil Lyners and Associates (RF) (Pty) Ltd
03.2014 - 11.2019
Civil Engineering Technician
Element Consulting Engineers
01.2011 - 02.2014
Trainee Site Agent
Stefanutti Stocks Johannesburg
12.2006 - 12.2007
National Diploma - Civil Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2006 - 01.2009
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