Zolani Shozi
Project Manager (PMP)®
Halfway Gardens
Summary
Detail-oriented Project Manager with 3+ years of progressive experience in environmental, consulting and engineering projects. Proven ability to plan, execute, and deliver field-based projects under tight deadlines using MS Project and PMI principles. Skilled in ISO 17025 compliance, stakeholder management, and field team leadership. Successfully led multiple emissions and sampling campaigns across the Africa region.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Project Manager
SKYSIDE SA
01.2024 - Current
- Managed 20+ environmental field projects (emissions, dustfall, ambient monitoring) with full scope execution.
- Directed field teams (3–6 staff), ensured pre-deployment readiness, safety compliance, and on-site calibration.
- Produced high-quality technical reports aligned with ISO 17025 and client expectations.
- Reduced project rework through improved logistics and resource preparedness.
- Served as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, facilitating effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensured over 95% project delivery within timeline and scope by applying MS Project scheduling.
- Managing on-site conflict or pressure during testing
- Coaching interns on site work methods
- Managing corrective actions when NCRs occur
Project Assistant
SKYSIDE SA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported senior project managers in air, water, and mining-related fieldwork and lab analysis.
- Oversaw calibration, maintenance, and readiness of critical monitoring equipment.
- Participated in audits and internal QMS improvements; assisted with ISO documentation and corrective actions.
- Engaged with clients professionally to explain sampling procedures and safety practices.
Project Intern
SKYSIDE SA
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Conducted routine water and air quality sampling, dustfall monitoring, and basic lab work.
- Supported data analysis for environmental compliance reports.
- Developed hands-on experience with field setups, gas monitoring instruments, and QA/QC protocols.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma NQF8 - Project management
MANCOSA
Durban, South Africa01.2024
Bachelor’s degree NQF7 - Chemistry
UKZN
Durban, South Africa01.2021
Skills
- Project Planning and Scheduling
- Microsoft Projects
- Stakeholder Management
- Meeting facilitation
- Project scheduling
- Client relations
- Technical planning
- Risk management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability
Certification
PM Principles, Practices and Scheduling, University of Pretoria
Timeline
Project Manager
SKYSIDE SA
01.2024 - Current
Project Assistant
SKYSIDE SA
01.2022 - 01.2023
Project Intern
SKYSIDE SA
01.2022 - 01.2022
Postgraduate Diploma NQF8 - Project management
MANCOSA
Bachelor’s degree NQF7 - Chemistry
UKZN
References
Neo, Phago, Manager, 082 290 6348, Skyside SA