Tshepo Mokholwane
Project Manager
Goodwood
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 10 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in engineering principles, construction, budget, and programme management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Manager
Domenish Consulting and Projects PTY LTD
04.2021 - 03.2024
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Monitor projects to ensure contracts are implemented successfully as agreed
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Financial Management across all projects
- Projects health checks to ensure that projects are right level off quality
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Developed and managed strategic partnerships to grow business
- Ensured the development, coordination, implementation and monitoring of business strategy
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Led cross-functional teams to successful project completions, improving team cohesion and productivity with effective leadership strategies.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
Project Manager and Business Developer
Munandis Electrical CC
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Accountable for the successful execution of projects from design through initiation and handover
- Formal project management of team and subcontractors including technical, commercial and stakeholder aspects
- Manage and report on progress - schedule, costs, risk, quality etc
- Responsible for schedule and achievement of contractual milestones
- Responsible of costs, budget and liquidity/ cash flow for projects
- Ensure compliance with all the specifications and requirements included in contracts and related project documents
- Work closely with Project development and Sales during the finalization of the selling process to coordinate internal work and support project sale
- Implementation, compliance with company processes and standards
- Ensure full compliance with the QHSE regulations, legislation, standards, codes and requirements applicable to the project
- Responsible to coordinate handover documentation including O&Ms
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
Project Manager
Royal HaskoningDHV PTY LTD
03.2016 - 11.2019
- Initiated projects together with clients, coordinate stakeholder input, analyze and appraise production solutions, prepare project briefs and business cases and gained necessary approvals within the client’s organization
- Business Development including proposals/tendering and stakeholder engagement
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Optimized project schedules, identifying critical path tasks and reallocating resources to maintain momentum.
- Achieved significant improvements in project quality by establishing rigorous quality control processes.
- Streamlined project initiation processes, enabling quicker transition from planning to execution.
- Facilitated smoother project transitions, ensuring thorough documentation and effective handovers.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices.
- Reduced project costs, negotiating contracts with suppliers and optimizing resource allocation.
- Led cross-functional teams to successful project completions, improving team cohesion and productivity with effective leadership strategies.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
Naval Technical Officer
South African Navy
01.2009 - 02.2016
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments, improving efficiency and effectiveness in handling cross-jurisdictional cases.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Maintenance and management of technical military equipment, including electronic and electrical equipment, communications gear, electronic weapons and ammunition
- Leading training exercises, testing the fitness and endurance of their team and making sure that they are mentally and physically prepared to carry out technical duties in combat situations
- Coordination and Management of contractors
- Officer of the day/officer in charge duties on-board ships (overall safety and security)
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
- Improved team morale and performance with consistent feedback and recognition of achievements.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance and support to foster professional development and career progression.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Education
Grade 12 -
Hlalakahle High School
N6 - Electrical Engineering
Tshwane North College
Office administration - undefined
Damelin College
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Durban University of Technology
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Management
Management College of South Africa
Master of Business Administration - undefined
Management College of South Africa
Skills
Great communication and presentation skills
Shortcourses
- JBCC Edition 6.1 2014 - Principal Building Agreement
- Official Royal HaskoningDHV Scrum Master
- Construction Monitoring for Consulting Engineers
- MS Office and MS Project Competence
- ChatGPT certificate – Prompt Engineering
- Advanced Leadership training
Timeline
Project Manager
Domenish Consulting and Projects PTY LTD
04.2021 - 03.2024
Project Manager and Business Developer
Munandis Electrical CC
03.2020 - 03.2021
Project Manager
Royal HaskoningDHV PTY LTD
03.2016 - 11.2019
Naval Technical Officer
South African Navy
01.2009 - 02.2016
N6 - Electrical Engineering
Tshwane North College
Office administration - undefined
Damelin College
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Durban University of Technology
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Management
Management College of South Africa
Master of Business Administration - undefined
Management College of South Africa
Grade 12 -
Hlalakahle High School
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