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 TransportDurban
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
Word processing
PowerPoint presentation
Project management software
Effective public speaking
Documentation skills
Task management
Community engagement facilitator
Public policy execution
Strategic planning
Risk assessment
Organizational abilities
Community infrastructure planning
Issue resolution
Decision analysis
Public sector strategy
Financial planning
Program management
Project coordination
Strategic development
Budget management
Budget estimation
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