THABISO WILLIAM SEPOLO
Civil Engineering Technologist & Project Manager
Bethlehem
Summary
I'm a driven Civil Engineering Technologist & Project Manager with experience in construction, materials, project management, and consulting. Proven track record of delivering successful projects and driving collaboration. Expertise in managing complex projects, ensuring quality control, and optimizing resources. Passionate about leveraging expertise to drive innovation and excellence in the construction industry. My Key Skills are : Civil Engineering , Construction Management, Project Management, Materials Engineering, Consulting, Quality Control with Team Collaboration and Problem-Solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Civil Supervisor
HDEC PowerChina
Virginia, South Africa
10.2025 - Current
- Oversee and coordinate civil construction activities for the PV solar plant, ensuring compliance with project plans, specifications, and safety standards
- Manage a team of civil workers, including laborers, operators, and technicians, to ensure efficient construction progress
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor construction progress, quality, and safety
- Collaborate with other supervisors, engineers, and stakeholders to resolve civil-related issues and ensure project timelines are met
- Review and approve civil construction drawings, designs, and documents for compliance with project requirements
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards
- Coordinate with the quality control team to ensure civil construction meets required standards
- Maintain accurate records of civil construction activities, including progress reports, test results, and inspection reports
- Develop and implement civil construction schedules, ensuring timely completion of activities
- Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure civil construction requirements are met
- Coordinate with the commissioning team to ensure civil construction is complete and ready for commissioning
- Participate in project meetings and provide updates and recommendations
- Identify and mitigate construction related risks and implement corrective actions as needed
- Oversee construction of solar panel foundations, including pile driving, excavation, and concrete pouring
- Manage construction of access roads, drainage systems, and other infrastructure
- Coordinate installation of solar panels, racking systems, and other equipment
Assistant Resident Engineer
Endecon Ubuntu
Nelspruit, South Africa
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Monitoring and recording of Daily activities ( Road layer works and roadmarking)
- Managed relationships with clients, government officials, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintained accurate records of all construction activities, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
- Compiled contractor's Interim payment certificates
- Adjudicated contractors Extension of time claims
Civil Engineering Technologist
Kgalawu Consulting
Kempton Park, South Africa
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Designed and developed infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards
- Conducted site inspections and monitored construction progress
- Collaborated with stakeholders to resolve design and construction issues
- Prepared technical reports and presented findings to clients and management
- Utilized Engineering softwares (Civil 3D, Prokon etc) for design and analysis
- Managing of Site resources (Labour, Plant etc) to ensure correct and well coordinated execution
- Controlled and monitored activities to ensure timeous finish within specific budget
Civil QA/QC Inspector
BVI Consulting Engineers
Bloemfontein, South Africa
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Prepared and maintained Inspection Test Plans and checklists
- Issuing of NCR's, Inspection reports and corrective measures where necessary
- Attending to technical queries and review of Risk Assessment & Method Statements
- Conduct and witness different on-site tests performed ( Concrete slump, DCP's, Density test etc)
- Ensuring road levels as-built are per design and met set standards
- Monitor adherence to quality management systems
Site Agent
Mega Roads & Civils
Vryburg, South Africa
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
- Communicated daily with service providers to keep project fully operational.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and cost management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Prepared Monthly Progress reports and updated work schedule on MS Project
Student Technician
SANRAL
Senekal, South Africa
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Designed and developed infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards
- Conducted site inspections and monitored construction progress
- Collaborated with stakeholders to resolve design and construction issues
- Prepared technical reports and presented findings to clients and management
- Utilized software (AutoCAD, Revit) for design and analysis
Education
Post-Graduate Diploma - Project Management
Central University of Technology
Bloemfontein01.2023
B-Tech - Civil Engineering
Central University of Technology
Bloemfontein01-2019
National Diploma - Civil Engineering
Central University of Technology
Bloemfontein01-2018
Nation Senior Certificate - Grade 12
Tiisetsang High School
Bethlehem, South Africa01.2013
Skills
Technical Skills: Project Management Software ( Project Libre) Scheduling Software (Primavera, MS Project) Budgeting and Cost Management Software (MS Project) Communication and Collaboration Software (Slack, Microsoft Teams)
Soft Skills: Leadership and Team Management, Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Problem-Solving and Conflict Resolution, Time Management and Organization, Adaptability and Flexibility, Strategic Planning and Execution
Core Skills: Project Management, Scheduling, Budgeting, Risk Management, Quality Control, Communication, Leadership, Team Management, Stakeholder Management, Change Management
Industry-Specific Skills: Construction Project Management, Engineering Project Management, Infrastructure Project Management
Scheduling and planning
Site inspections
Subcontractor management
Affiliations
SAICE
Other Certificates
HIRA Us 120330
Legal Liability
Construction Regulations 2014
Supervise Health & Safety on a construction Project Us 262884
References
Langa, Abraham, Project HSE Administrator, Abraham_@hdec.com, 0764979976, HDEC Sino Hydro
Jabulani Mavundla, Project Manager, 0671784940, Mega roads & Civils
Xolani Mnguni, Colleague, 0739903063
Timeline
Civil Supervisor
HDEC PowerChina
10.2025 - Current
Assistant Resident Engineer
Endecon Ubuntu
03.2022 - 10.2024
Civil Engineering Technologist
Kgalawu Consulting
01.2021 - 02.2022
Civil QA/QC Inspector
BVI Consulting Engineers
06.2019 - 01.2021
Site Agent
Mega Roads & Civils
02.2018 - 01.2019
Student Technician
SANRAL
06.2016 - 07.2017
Post-Graduate Diploma - Project Management
Central University of Technology
B-Tech - Civil Engineering
Central University of Technology
National Diploma - Civil Engineering
Central University of Technology
Nation Senior Certificate - Grade 12
Tiisetsang High School