RUAN VAN DEN BERG
CV
Bergville,Mpumalanga
Summary
Construction Manager leading civil, mining, and municipal delivery from planning through handover. Directs subcontractors, plant, labour, budgets, and programmes across earthworks, roads, pipelines, bridges, and water infrastructure. Controls HSE compliance, quality, procurement, and stakeholder coordination to keep projects safe, on time, and within specification.
Overview
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Language
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Certifications
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Manager
Sun Scape Holdings
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Managed project timelines and budgets, enhancing operational efficiency across multiple sites.
- Led team training initiatives to improve safety protocols and operational workflows.
- Developed maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and optimizing resource allocation.
Project Manager - Contract
Mtech Construction
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Managed Mtech’s construction activities under the WBHO contract.
- Planned and coordinated daily site operations and workforce.
- Supervised subcontractors, artisans, and plant.
- Ensured compliance with WBHO quality and HSE requirements.
- Managed programme, productivity, and resource allocation.
- Coordinated with WBHO site management and consultants.
- Monitored progress and resolved site-related technical issues.
- Controlled materials, equipment, and labour resources.
- Ensured work was completed safely, on time, and to specification.
- Prepared progress reports and attended coordination meetings with WBHO.
Project Manager / Civil Supervisor (Contract)
Prodeo Consulting
05.2025 - 01.2026
- Managed daily construction and rehabilitation activities on site.
- Supervised civil works, structural steel, concrete, and mechanical installations.
- Coordinated subcontractors, labour, plant, and equipment.
- Ensured compliance with mine safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
- Planned and monitored construction schedules and productivity.
- Managed client, consultant, and contractor coordination meetings.
- Controlled project costs, materials, and resource allocation.
- Resolved construction and technical issues to minimise delays.
- Ensured work was completed safely, on time, and to specification.
- Led rehabilitation works following seismic damage to the uranium mine.
Project Interface Manager (Contract)
Sewtreat SA
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Coordinated delivery of 22 water and wastewater projects
- Managed production and ensured project timelines were met
- Led cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and quality standards.
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and service delivery.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation to align with organizational objectives.
Construction Manager
Ibutho Projects
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed R271 million infrastructure project
- Led planning, subcontractor coordination, and project execution
- Ensured compliance with contract requirements and quality standards
- Oversaw project timelines, ensuring completion within established deadlines and budget constraints.
- Managed subcontractor performance, fostering collaboration to enhance project efficiency and quality standards.
- Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
SMME Manager / Site Management
Unik Civil Engineering
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed 34 subcontractors on R546 million project
- Coordinated program planning and site execution
- Ensured quality, safety, and delivery targets were achieved
- Project & Construction Management
- Led project planning and execution, ensuring alignment with client specifications and regulatory standards.
- Streamlined project workflows, enhancing efficiency in resource allocation and task delegation.
- Oversaw compliance with health and safety regulations across all engineering projects to ensure workforce protection.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Site Agent
Hidrotech Infra
11.2014 - 10.2021
- Managed multiple civil infrastructure and municipal projects from planning through to successful completion.
- Directed daily construction activities, coordinating site teams, subcontractors, plant, and resources to achieve programme milestones.
- Led the construction of reservoirs, bulk pipelines, pump stations, water reticulation networks, roads, stormwater systems, concrete structures, and associated civil infrastructure.
- Managed contract administration, site planning, procurement, cost control, quality assurance, and programme compliance.
- Measured completed works, prepared progress claims, and monitored project budgets and productivity.
- Ensured compliance with project specifications, SANS standards, health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
- Liaised with clients, consulting engineers, municipal representatives, and service authorities to resolve technical and contractual matters.
- Successfully delivered multiple infrastructure projects valued up to R216 million, including water reticulation systems serving more than 2,900 households.
- Built a reputation for delivering projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards while maintaining strong client relationships.
Civil Site Agent
Trade First (Group 5 Subcontractor)
02.2013 - 10.2014
- Worked on R450 million hospital project
- Managed earthworks, roads, drainage, and infrastructure.
- Led site operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project timelines.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to streamline workflow and enhance project efficiency.
- Managed resource allocation effectively, optimizing labor and material usage across projects.
- Developed and maintained project schedules, ensuring timely completion of milestones.
- Fostered a positive work culture on-site by promoting teamwork, collaboration, and open communication among team members.
Freelance Project Manager
LHL Consulting and Various Other Consultants
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Site inspections for Various Consultants – Bigen Africa, LHL Consulting,ETC.
- Lead projects like schools and bridges with upcoming contractors
- Developed project plans, defining scope, objectives, and deliverables to ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Civil Site Agent (Roads & Earthworks)
Khula Nathi Construction
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Managed and supervised civil construction projects from planning to completion.
- Coordinated site teams, subcontractors, plant, and resources.
- Ensured compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and health & safety requirements.
- Monitored project progress, programme, costs, and productivity.
- Managed earthworks, roads, stormwater, concrete structures, and municipal infrastructure work.
- Measured completed work and prepared progress claims.
- Liaised with clients, consultants, and local authorities to ensure successful project delivery.
- Managed site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
Education
No Degree -
Hoërskool Lichtenburg
Lichtenburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Advanced Project Management - Advanced Project Management
Leadership Development Institute
East London, South Africa 04.2001 -
NQF Level 5 - Construction Management
Tjeka
Johannesburg 04.2001 -
Construction NQF Level4 - Construction Management
New Ground
East London, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Project & Construction Management
Roads & Earthworks
Bulk Pipelines & Pump Stations
Contract Administration (JBCC & GCC)
Cost Control & Budget Management
Subcontractor Management
Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
Risk Management
Progress Reporting
Client & Stakeholder Management
Certification
SACPCMP – Candidate Project Construction Manager (PCM31064)
Timeline
Site Manager
Sun Scape Holdings
06.2026 - 07.2026
Project Manager - Contract
Mtech Construction
02.2026 - 05.2026
Project Manager / Civil Supervisor (Contract)
Prodeo Consulting
05.2025 - 01.2026
Project Interface Manager (Contract)
Sewtreat SA
02.2025 - 04.2025
Construction Manager
Ibutho Projects
02.2024 - 12.2024
SMME Manager / Site Management
Unik Civil Engineering
11.2022 - 01.2024
Site Agent
Hidrotech Infra
11.2014 - 10.2021
Civil Site Agent
Trade First (Group 5 Subcontractor)
02.2013 - 10.2014
Freelance Project Manager
LHL Consulting and Various Other Consultants
01.2011 - 01.2013
Civil Site Agent (Roads & Earthworks)
Khula Nathi Construction
01.2006 - 01.2011
No Degree -
Hoërskool Lichtenburg
04.2001 -
Advanced Project Management - Advanced Project Management
Leadership Development Institute
04.2001 -
NQF Level 5 - Construction Management
Tjeka
04.2001 -
Construction NQF Level4 - Construction Management
New Ground
04.2001 -