Hi, I’m
Sethabile Khanyile
Howick,RSA Durban
Summary
Demonstrated success in leading project implementations and cultivating community relations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
3
Certification
Work History
Gagashe Construction Pty Ltd
Project Manager
02.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted in managing contract administration tasks throughout project life cycles. Supported team members in effective people management practices. Contributed to project success by facilitating communication among stakeholders.
- Compiled and organized all grades CPG project tender documents in accordance with COLTO standards.
- Facilitated monthly progress meetings and authorized minutes from prior sessions.
- Monitored health and safety standards in the workplace. Assisted in supervising staff to maintain efficient office operations. Supported team members in achieving daily tasks effectively.
- Oversaw project estimation and monitored implementation processes to ensure timely delivery.
- Assisted in issuing tender documents. Supported site inspection meetings. Compiled project evaluation reports.
- Executed strategic planning and organization of time management processes.
- Oversaw comprehensive awarding process to ensure timely and accurate distribution.
- Analyzed and prepared capital and operational cost estimates for budget planning.
- Assisted in managing financial projects to meet deadlines and budget requirements. Supported time management efforts to enhance project efficiency. Collaborated with teams to streamline project workflows.
- Oversaw communication strategies and administration management to enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitated development and negotiation of public-private partnership agreements.
- Oversaw comprehensive project management initiatives to ensure timely delivery and quality outcomes.
Naidu Consulting Engineer's
Assistant Resident Engineer
02.2009 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Led project teams in strategic planning and execution to achieve organizational goals. Managed project implementation processes, ensuring alignment with company objectives. Guided teams in optimizing resources for successful project delivery.
- Ensured compliance with required specifications and drawings by systematically monitoring, maintaining, and recording contract quality control.
- Managed adherence to Occupational Health and Safety Act, promoting a safe and compliant work environment.
- Facilitated contractor training to enhance skills in plant hire and EPWP projects, ensuring readiness before and during construction.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of evolving safety and construction codes and legislation to ensure compliance.
- Oversaw training initiatives for junior technicians and administrative personnel. Mentored mechanical staff to improve operational efficiency. Fostered a collaborative learning environment to elevate team capabilities.
- Collaborated with community municipal and departmental officials to address construction-related concerns and ensure project alignment.
- Facilitated timely preparation of payment certificates to ensure project funding and compliance.
- Provided strategic financial oversight and administrative support to enhance project outcomes for Department of Transport.
- Generated detailed monthly reports on project progress to facilitate informed decision-making and project management.
- Developed accurate project estimates to facilitate curriculum planning for grades 1 to 9.
- Facilitated site meetings and oversaw site inspections to ensure project alignment. Led discussions to address site-related challenges and foster collaboration among stakeholders. Championed proactive solutions to enhance project execution.
- Oversaw construction of new gravel roads and managed re-gravelling of manholes and headwalls. Directed sidewalk and v-drain construction efforts. Supervised development of coarse-way bridges across 22 projects in DC.
- Directed execution of blacktop patching contracts on DC22 to ensure quality and compliance while leading in-house patching team.
- Directed project upgrade efforts for D599 in Umshwati area to enhance infrastructure.
- Monitored processes to uphold quality control and maintain adherence to established departmental guidelines.
- Coordinated with materials section to obtain essential geotechnical analyses and conduct necessary tests.
- Engaged with Rural Road Transport Forums (RRTF) and councillors to assess and recommend projects for implementation in the next fiscal year.
- Led discussions with stakeholders and clients to strategize budget planning and community development projects. Engaged with municipalities to align objectives and foster collaborative relationships.
- Applied knowledge of PFMA and tender, contract, and practice note specifications to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw implementation of procurement procedures and policies to enhance operational efficiency. Championed adherence to BBBEE Act standards across procurement activities. Guided teams in optimizing procurement strategies for better outcomes.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of project control procedures to mitigate potential risks.
- Facilitated improvements in road infrastructure by converting gravel roads to tar surfaces.
- Applied knowledge of construction code of conduct to ensure regulatory adherence and safety standards.
- Participated in project evaluation meetings to assess progress and identify improvement areas.
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport
Industrial Technician
01.2008 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Assisted in managing contract documentation and compliance processes. Supported teams in tracking contract deliverables and deadlines. Helped maintain organized records for contract administration.
- Compiled and organized tender documents to ensure compliance with submission requirements.
- Executed invoice compilation and processing to ensure timely financial operations.
- Scheduled meetings to discuss quantity measurements and project updates. Assisted in preparing meeting minutes for team review. Supported coordination of follow-up actions from discussions.
- Compiled project evaluation reports to facilitate regional approval and awarding processes.
- Assisted in monitoring project programs to track progress and identify issues. Supported teams in adhering to timelines and budget constraints. Contributed to the documentation of project milestones and deliverables.
- Oversaw occupational health and safety monitoring initiatives to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Executed service delivery strategies for urban and rural road maintenance initiatives.
- Assisted in maintaining road structures to ensure safety and accessibility. Supported routine inspections and repairs to enhance infrastructure reliability. Collaborated with teams to address maintenance needs promptly.
- Oversaw budget performance for allocated funds across all managed projects.
- Designed and created bar charts to visually represent monthly activity schedules.
- Facilitated monthly progress meetings to ensure alignment on project objectives.
uMngeni Local Municipality
Trainee Technician
01.2006 - 12.2006
Job overview
- Contract Administration and General Labourer supervision
- Technical Administration, Public services and service delivery
- Public Management
- Preparing projects costs
- Occupation Health and Safety monitoring
- Building inspections and report writing
- Attending Site Meeting for Monthly Project Status Meeting
- Preparation of the monthly status report.
Education
Durban University Of TechnologyDurban
Degree of Bachelor of Technology from Management
Durban University Of TechnologyDurban
Specialist Project Management from NQF 6
Mangosuthu University Of TechnologyJacobs
National Diploma from Civil Engineering
Umlazi Comtech High School
High School
Skills
Excel proficiency
Certification
- BBBEE Practice Guidelines
- People Management
- Supervisory Development
- Public Finance Management NQF5
- Introduction to Rockfall Mitigation
- LIC – Labour Intensive NQF5
- GCC 2015
References
- Noma, Chili, Chief Engineering Technologist, 0314622234, 0842589841, Dept of Transport
- B., Zondi, Director, 0711035551, Gagashe Construction Pty Ltd
EMAIL ADDRESSES
- Sthah0720@gmail.com
- Sethabile20@outlook.com
CUST
- Date of Birth: 07/20/84
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code C1
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Project Manager
Gagashe Construction Pty Ltd
02.2020 - Current
Assistant Resident Engineer
Naidu Consulting Engineer's
02.2009 - 12.2019
Industrial Technician
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport
01.2008 - 01.2009
Trainee Technician
uMngeni Local Municipality
01.2006 - 12.2006
Durban University Of Technology
Degree of Bachelor of Technology from Management
Durban University Of Technology
Specialist Project Management from NQF 6
Mangosuthu University Of Technology
National Diploma from Civil Engineering
Umlazi Comtech High School
High School