SISA MBEKI
Quantity Surveying
Durban
Summary
Goal driven and effective Facilities manager, Quantity Surveyor, and lecturer at the same time with 7 years' experience in life cycle costing, cost planning, procurement, contract administration and measuring construction projects, facilities management of estate and 5 years' experience in the teaching and learning environment in the higher learning institutions. Possesses excellent foresight and the ability to plan ahead when working on construction projects and real estate management activities. Excellent critical thinker with strong analytical skills; accurate and probing. Able to interact with people at all levels of the organization. Able to work on own initiative, with minimum supervision and exercise independent judgment in the resolution of problems. Currently looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, ambitious and growing company. Multifaceted Lecturer with [Number] years of expertise in adapting presentations to reach students of diverse backgrounds.Modern Lecturer with extensive knowledge of integrating technology into classrooms for increased student interest.Proven history of providing students with memorable and effective lectures. Well-versed of Quantity Surveying, facilities management and project management with track record for consistently engaging students in stimulating and relevant material. Conscientious educator with learning objectives of each student in mind. Results-oriented Lecturer cognizant of test preparedness and student interest, adapting to feedback where necessary.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Lecturer
Durban University Of Technology
01.2024 - Current
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
Facilities Manager
Walter Sisulu University
11.2020 - 12.2023
- Implement policies and procedures to operationalize all Facilities Management services at Institutional level, recommend new policies, deliver inputs in strategic planning process, manage all relevant service level agreements between internal and external service providers and clients, ensure quality of services, manage and control the Campus Security services, manage and control the Campus fleet transport services, manage and control the day-to-day technical maintenance of buildings and infrastructure
Head of Department (acting HOD)
Walter Sisulu University
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Actively supporting the Dean in the leadership and management of the academic project within the Faculty, ensuring the effective implementation of the University's vision and the implementation of strategic plans for the Department, academic and professional leadership, facilitating, management and maintenance of sound internal relations regarding staff and students, as well as their development, oversee the proper functioning of Departmental administrative and operational processes, chaired and participated in Departmental/Faculty committees
Lecturer
Walter Sisulu University
04.2018 - 11.2020
- Lecturing on the Quantity Surveying programmes, develop learning materials for programmes, supervise and mentor students, contribute to research outputs through participation in research activities, assist with departmental administration, promotion of community participation, linkages outreach and industry liaison, assessment and academic development, perform academic administrative duties, research
Lecturer
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
07.2015 - 03.2018
- Lecturing on the Quantity Surveying programmes, develop learning materials for programmes, supervise and mentor students, contribute to research outputs through participation in research activities, assist with departmental administration, promotion of community participation, linkages outreach and industry liaison, assessment and academic development, perform academic administrative duties, research
Quantity Surveyor and Estimator
Transnet Freight Rail - RME
01.2012 - 06.2015
- Reporting to the Senior Quantity Surveyor, consistently measuring, valuing, submitting and negotiating contract variations, effectively certifying Subcontractor's monthly valuations and final accounts, constantly carrying out monthly valuations on work in progress, including forecasting final costs and sales, producing monthly cost and value reports, quarterly reports and cash flow information, certifying Subcontractor's monthly valuations and final accounts, assisting in preparation and adherence to project purchasing targeting and costing budgets, monitoring the cost of site resources, managing the preparation, submission and negotiation of project final accounts
Junior Quantity Surveyor and Estimator
BTKM Quantity Surveyors
02.2012 - 06.2012
- Reporting to the Quantity surveyor, ability to compile estimates from knowledge of the construction industry's current market cost norms, through knowledge of differing classes of estimates ranging from budget to elemental estimates, knowledge of procurement, contracts & scheduling, developing, maintain and updating of database, compiling of estimates for the various phases of the project life-cycle, archiving & retrieving of estimates and backing up of data thereafter
Junior Quantity Surveyor
NMC GROUP (Pty) Ltd
11.2010 - 12.2011
- Reporting to the Senior Quantity Surveyor, consistently measuring, valuing, submitting and negotiating contract variations, effectively certifying Subcontractor's monthly valuations and final accounts, constantly carrying out monthly valuations on work in progress, including forecasting final costs and sales, producing monthly cost and value reports, quarterly reports and cash flow information, certifying Subcontractor's monthly valuations and final accounts, assisting in preparation and adherence to project purchasing targeting and costing budgets, monitoring the cost of site resources, managing the preparation, submission and negotiation of project final accounts
Intern
NMC GROUP (Pty) Ltd
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Reporting to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and Site Agent, compiling and taking off measurements for interim certificates and final accounts, compiling and processing payments to Subcontractors
Education
Grade 12 (Matric) -
Sinethemba High School
National Diploma Building - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
B.Tech Quantity Surveying - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Master's degree Construction Management - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
B.Tech Project Management - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
PhD Construction Management (Currently studying towards PhD degree) - Construction Management
Durban University Technology
Durban05.2027
Skills
Processing payments to Subcontractors
Occupation
Facilities Manager
Age
38
Ethnic Group
Black
Drivers License
Code 10/C
Desired Job Location
Willing to relocate locally and internationally
Current Employer
Walter Sisulu University (WSU) Ibika campus
Professional Courses
- 2019 Questionnaire Construction Workshop
- 2019 Journal publication writing training workshop
- 2019 Recognition of prior learning training
- 2014 Project Management NQF Level 5
- 2014 Basic Ministry Leadership Course ( six months course)
- 2013 Impact Management Course 2 - Leadership Skills
- 2012 Tutoring training - Leadership skills
- 2012 JBCC
- 2012 Construction estimating and valuation course ( two day course)
- 2011 Project Management
- 2010 Impact Management Course 1 - Leadership Course 2
- 2009 Educo's Africa's Wilderness Leadership Course ( 7 days course)
Availability
1 month notice
Contracts
- Transnet Freight Rail ( RME - Civils) Viaduct & associated works, 2014 - 2015
- Transnet Freight Rail ( RME - Civils) Pre-trip inspection facility in container terminal, 2013 - 2016
- Transnet Freight Rail ( RME - Civils) Belcon terminal minor infrastructure upgrade, 2012 - 2014
- Transnet Freight Rail ( RME - Civils) Construction of wagon preparation facility, 2012 - 2014
- NMC group (PTY) Ltd Warehouse construction with office blocks, 2010 - 2011
- NMC group (PTY) Ltd Refurbishment of office space and construction of, 2011
- NMC group (PTY) Ltd New Eikestad mall at Stellenbosch, 2011
Professional Registrations
Currently registering as a Candidate Quantity Surveyor with the South Africa Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP)
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
References
- Veliswa Ngalwa, WSU, Deputy director OPS & ICT, 083 500 1331 / 066 306 5302
- Ryan Cox, NMC group, Commercial manager, 0733370779 / 021 551 2640
- BTKM Quantity Surveyors, Rodney Wood, 021 423 6160, rodney@btkmqs.com
- Neil Muller Construction 2005 to 2011, Candice, 0215512640
- Transnet Freight Rail 2012 to 2015, Arthur Mdingi, 083 564 7023
- CPUT July 2015 to date, Mr Nompunga, 073 251 8526
Chairperson of HEFMA for EC chapter
This chapter is meant to facilitate facilities management systems within universities in South Africa to achieve good and conducive environment for teaching and learning. This chapter is meant to ensure that universities achieve smart campuses for the benefit of achieving great feel of smart small campuses for teaching and learning.
Timeline
Lecturer
Durban University Of Technology
01.2024 - Current
Facilities Manager
Walter Sisulu University
11.2020 - 12.2023
Head of Department (acting HOD)
Walter Sisulu University
06.2020 - 11.2020
Lecturer
Walter Sisulu University
04.2018 - 11.2020
Lecturer
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
07.2015 - 03.2018
Junior Quantity Surveyor and Estimator
BTKM Quantity Surveyors
02.2012 - 06.2012
Quantity Surveyor and Estimator
Transnet Freight Rail - RME
01.2012 - 06.2015
Junior Quantity Surveyor
NMC GROUP (Pty) Ltd
11.2010 - 12.2011
Intern
NMC GROUP (Pty) Ltd
01.2008 - 01.2009
Grade 12 (Matric) -
Sinethemba High School
National Diploma Building - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
B.Tech Quantity Surveying - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Master's degree Construction Management - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
B.Tech Project Management - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
PhD Construction Management (Currently studying towards PhD degree) - Construction Management
Durban University Technology
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