Zivai Mamutse
Architect & Energy Manager
Pretoria
Summary
My Architectural education and experience coupled with extensive training in the energy management area gives me a huge advantage in understanding the built environment holistically.
As an Energy specialist with 5years of experience, i possess knowledge of built environment with passion for addressing low carbon challenges facing society. Identifying energy efficiency opportunities and introducing prescriptive and custom incentive measures aligned with customer segment.
Extensive understanding of project proposals, facilitation and completion with training in introducing and streamlining effective employee training programs and increasing overall productivity. Resourceful Energy Consultant skilled at conducting successful energy audits for both residential and commercial clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Energy Specialist
ZnG Architects
Pretoria
01.2020 - Current
- Spearheaded site surveys to gather information to generate cost analysis reports.
- Managed development, design and construction of energy conservation projects to conform to federal and state laws.
- Participated in continuous training opportunities to hone craft and build leadership skills.
- Contributed to client interaction via email and conference calls.
- Conducted thorough market evaluations and analyzed energy usage patterns to determine potential savings.
- Developed and reviewed energy model documentation and gathered supporting information.
- Collected and organized data, built financial and economic models and developed data visualizations to perform quantitative analyses.
- Consulted with customers related to end-use natural gas applications and conducted technical and economic analysis.
- Demonstrated creative and efficient use of software tools, analytical methods and computer models to develop solutions.
- Worked with clients to achieve high-performance design and sustainable project goals.
- Offered detailed fact-finding, research and analysis on energy industry topics to support senior consulting staff and experts across multiple projects.
- Performed energy audits on large and small commercial clients.
- Presented and explained energy efficiency programs to social, commercial and industrial audiences.
- Saved 30 clients $100 000 by implementing energy-efficient solutions to costly problems.
Architectural Technologist
MARU SPACES PTY Ltd
Pretoria
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Utilized architectural and technical knowledge to develop creative solutions to design problems.
- Produced drawings, specifications and submittal packages.
- Consulted with architects, customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates.
- Provided drafting support to civil engineering staff.
- Provided advice on methods of remodeling, repair, recycling and refurbishments to better utilize space and satisfy customers.
- Visited, measured and evaluated construction sites.
- Administered contracts with vendors and sub-disciplines.
- Created physical and computer-based models and visual aids as part of concept and design processes.
Project Manager
Archnouveau Designers and Builders
Pretoria
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Maintained relationships with material vendors to lower costs and diversify capabilities.
- Updated operational methods and oversaw accounting procedures for improved efficiency.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs and monitored performance.
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Attended 20 on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month.
- Reduced costs by driving competitive subcontractor bids and effective contract execution.
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Increased revenue by handling all operations and contractors effectively.
- Resolved installation inefficiencies to reduce project lags and promote on-time deliverables.
Education
Master of Architecture - Architecture
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa 01.2022 - 12.2023
Masters of Social Sciences in Development Studies - Development Studies
University of Fort Hare
Alice, South Africa 01.2011 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa 01.2018 - 12.2021
Skills
Energy Usage Analysis
Solar Energy
Revenue Generation
Site assessment
Energy savings calculations
Revit Architecture
Autocad Architecture
Faro scene
Design builder
Adobe photoshop
Adobe In design
RetScreen
Microsoft Project
Fenestration Excel calculator
Energy Performance in buildings
Certification
Energy Performance practitioner
Certified Energy Performance Practitioner
Engaged in facility and building management, maintenance, and operation.
Conducting energy performance in buildings such as government, private commercial buildings and many other building classifications
Timeline
Energy Performance practitioner
08-2022
Faro laser scanning Training - 2days
08-2022
Retscreen
07-2022
Master of Architecture - Architecture
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2022 - 12.2023
Energy Specialist
ZnG Architects
01.2020 - Current
Architectural Technologist
MARU SPACES PTY Ltd
01.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2018 - 12.2021
Project Manager
Archnouveau Designers and Builders
08.2016 - 12.2017
Masters of Social Sciences in Development Studies - Development Studies
University of Fort Hare
01.2011 - 12.2012