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Samuel Gordon
Construction Site Manager / Qualified Plumber
Pretoria,South Africa
Summary
Strategic Construction Manager with demonstrated success assessing project scope and adhering to deadlines. Safety-conscious and detail-oriented with 19-years industry background. Well-versed in team leadership and task delegation to drive project progress and foster client satisfaction.
I have experience in various Construction trades and Practices namely
- Large Affordable Housing Projects (Cosmopolitan Projects-Gauteng, MSP Developments-Gauteng)
- Walkup Residential Flats (MSP Developments, Cape Town)
- Upmarket Houses (JTC Construction, Gauteng)
- Communal Pool & Restaurant (MSP Developments, Cape Town)
I'm Enthusiastic, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Construction and a Qualified Plumber.
Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the industry.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Director of Operations
Artbuild Construction
Pretoria, Gauteng
01.2017 - Current
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, federal, state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Promoted adherence to safety policies and procedures, ensuring proper handling and operation of materials and equipment.
- Managed homebuilding construction through all phases to coordinate delivery of quality homes meeting both company and customer expectations.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids and identified most qualified and economical candidates, establishing advantageous contracts and cutting costs.
- Guided and directed third-party inspectors through project construction, commissioning and closeout.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Developed and launched loss-prevention program, reducing theft 95%
Construction Manager
MSP Developments
Pretoria, Gauteng
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, federal, state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage.
- Identified special circumstances and constraints in order to develop effective alternatives or solutions.
- Produced regular project update reports for senior business leaders
- Maintained zero site accidents and lost work days for 19 years
Construction Site Manager
Artistique Builders & Landscapers
Pretoria, Gauteng
04.2016 - 01.2017
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, federal, state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
- Improved process efficiency and workflow by implementing productivity initiatives and proactively identifying and resolving problems.
- Conducted routine quality audits to verify progression against specifications and initiated corrective actions to remedy concerns.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Managed homebuilding construction through all phases to coordinate delivery of quality homes meeting both company and customer expectations.
Senior Construction Project Manager
Maxwell Gordon Homes
Pretoria, Gauteng
01.2016 - 03.2016
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, federal, state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
Site Manager
MSP Developments
Oakdale, Western Province
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Supervised contractor work processes and adherence to project schedule.
- Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
- Scheduled vendor and service companies for various types of operations.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss safety procedures, compliance issues and facility maintenance.
- Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
Site Manager
Artistique Builders & Landscaper's
Pretoria, Gauteng
01.2003 - 05.2014
- Supervised contractor work processes and adherence to project schedule.
- Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
- Maintained zero site accidents and lost work days for [Number] years.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
Education
National Senior Certificate
Willowridge High School
Pretoria 01.1995 - 12.1999
Diploma in Sports & Health Club Management
Varsity College
Pretoria 01.2000 - 12.2000
Graphic Design
Inscape Design College
Pretoria 01.2001 - 12.2002
Qualified Plumber
Department of Labor
Olifantsfontein 03.2010 - 06.2010
Solar Water Heating Designation
Institute of Plumbing South Africa
Centurion 02.2019 - 02.2019
Skills
Strategic planning and execution
Recruitment
Performance Analysis
Scheduling
Relationship building
Management
Best building practices
Design and planning
Knowledgeable in construction safety
Estimating
Reading blueprints
OSHA compliance
Project Scheduling
Materials estimates
Subcontractor management
Construction management
Accomplishments
- Led over 12 projects that were all completed within budget and on schedule.
- Completed an 80 unit housing project in 3 Months through effectively planning and communicating deadlines with Suppliers and Contractors.
- Supervised team of 45 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Affiliations
PIRB - Plumbing Industry Regulatory Board
Software
SiMS
Excel
Word
Certification
Licensed Plumber
Interests
Sports
Reading
Hunting
Astronomy
Timeline
Solar Water Heating Designation
Institute of Plumbing South Africa
02.2019 - 02.2019
Construction Manager
MSP Developments
09.2018 - 12.2019
Director of Operations
Artbuild Construction
01.2017 - Current
Construction Site Manager
Artistique Builders & Landscapers
04.2016 - 01.2017
Senior Construction Project Manager
Maxwell Gordon Homes
01.2016 - 03.2016
Site Manager
MSP Developments
06.2015 - 12.2015
Qualified Plumber
Department of Labor
03.2010 - 06.2010
Site Manager
Artistique Builders & Landscaper's
01.2003 - 05.2014
Graphic Design
Inscape Design College
01.2001 - 12.2002
Diploma in Sports & Health Club Management
Varsity College
01.2000 - 12.2000
National Senior Certificate
Willowridge High School
01.1995 - 12.1999