Spreadsheets on Excel
Wynand Willem Kuhn
Construction Manager. Consultant. Estimater. Buyer
Mokopane,Limpopo
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced Construction Project Manager with strengths in estimating, subcontractor management, and project coordination. Proven ability to control schedules, budgets, and site operations while supporting safe, compliant, and efficient project delivery.
Overview
3
3
Languages
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Project Manager
Botswana, VCI Trading as Savanna Tanks
01.2005 - Current
- Managed project budgets, purchase orders, and material deliveries to support smooth execution.
- Reviewed drawings, specifications, and scope changes to ensure accurate project delivery.
- Coordinated site activities, subcontractors, and resources to maintain construction schedules.
- Enforced health, safety, and quality standards across active construction sites.
- Liaised with clients, engineers, and suppliers to resolve issues and align project requirements.
- Monitored progress reports and site inspections to identify risks and maintain compliance.
- Led contractor meetings and task sequencing to improve workflow and reduce delays.
- Oversaw project closeout, handover documentation, and final snag resolution.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
Managing Director
Groblersdal Mpumalanga, South Africa, Diepkloof Abattoir
01.2000 - 12.2005
- Directed abattoir operations, aligning production flow, compliance, and workforce performance with business objectives.
- Oversaw slaughtering, processing, and cold-chain procedures to maintain product quality and food safety standards.
- Implemented operational controls to reduce waste, improve yield, and strengthen cost efficiency.
- Led department managers, setting priorities, resolving bottlenecks, and maintaining consistent daily output.
- Monitored health, safety, and hygiene requirements across facility to support regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated procurement, inventory, and dispatch activities to ensure uninterrupted supply and delivery schedules.
- Handled my own sales and customers
- Reviewed financial performance, approved budgets, and guided corrective actions to improve profitability.
- Built staff capability through coaching, performance reviews, and disciplined process management.
Managing Director
Wycu Contractors, Botswana
Magalapye, Botswana
01.1996 - 12.2000
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
- Mainly working as subcontractor to the civil construction companies
- Optimized resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability across all departments.
- Enhanced workplace safety protocols proactively addressing potential hazards before they became critical incidents.
- Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity accountability teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff.
- Directed large-scale projects from inception to completion on time/budget with strict adherence to quality standards.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by investing in employee development programs and resources.
- Negotiated high-value contracts with key clients, securing long-term revenue streams.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ellisras High Shool
Ellisras, Southb Africa 05.2001 -
Millwright - Millwright, Sheet Metal Work And Manufacturing
Technicon of Steenbokpak
Steenbokpan, South Africa06-1983
Skills
Construction management
Estimating
Subcontractor management
Preconstruction planning
Project closeout
Site logistics
Contract negotiation
Structural analysis
Workforce management
Construction estimating
Risk management
Reading blueprints
Additional Information
I love to do layouts on Excel and see any contract handed to me to get approved and signed off for completion
Software
Pastel Accounting
Auto Cad
Interests
Touring
Watching any Sports
Any metal or wood work
Timeline
Construction Project Manager
Botswana, VCI Trading as Savanna Tanks
01.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ellisras High Shool
05.2001 -
Managing Director
Groblersdal Mpumalanga, South Africa, Diepkloof Abattoir
01.2000 - 12.2005
Managing Director
Wycu Contractors, Botswana
01.1996 - 12.2000
Millwright - Millwright, Sheet Metal Work And Manufacturing
Technicon of Steenbokpak
Touring and explore new places
I traveled the whole of Botswana and will love to do the same in South Africa and other nabour countries