Morne
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Morne Van der westhuizen
35
Male
member since Apr 26 2023
South African
My skills
Over 10 years of commercial and residential construction experience, specializing in the management of construction projects. Experience includes negotiating contracts, overseeing subcontractors and laborers, invoicing, and billing; communicating with developers and owners regarding scheduling, completion, and
resolution of problems; tracking budgets and controlling expenses. Purchasing, inventory
Languages Spoken
English (Mother Tongue) Afrikaans (Mother Tongue) Xhosa (Beginner)Full CV / Resume
BMR Civils, Cape town
Jnr Site Mnager
2012 to 2013
resurfacing roads.
Engelbrecht Ent, Wellington
Farm Manager
2013 to 2015
Summary
Over 10 years of commercial and residential construction experience, specializing in the management of construction projects. Experience includes negotiating contracts, overseeing subcontractors and laborers, invoicing, and billing; communicating with developers and owners regarding scheduling, completion, and
resolution of problems; tracking budgets and controlling expenses. Purchasing, inventory management; and overseeing equipment maintenance and repair with an emphasis on preventive maintenance.
Areas of Expertise
Managing contractors, successfully completing all projects on-time and under budget. Perfected skill with manual and power tools to ensure work efficiancy. Implementing and enforcing work schedulesand completing tasks on time or earlier.
Progressive use of technology, including use of computer models to prepare detailed bids for client review. Motivated workforce to high levels of professionalism and expertise through rewards and recognition.
Experience
Managed and coordinated personnel and operational activities involved in all phases of construction projects.
Jobs ranged from single home construction to asbestos abatement.
• Started as a Jnr Site manager and worked my way to Project on Major roadways
Played a major role in day to day operations and staff management.
Managed day-to-day operations for export grapes and managed pack store during season.
Supervised colleagues during hectic seasonal periods.
Worked with maintenance department on all equipment repairs.
Hired and supervised construction workers and sub-contractors.
Maintained strict safety standards and procedures.
• Reduced dependence on outside contractors and vendors by accomplishing substantial work in-house,
resulting in considerable savings.
Zandwijk Trading, Paarl 2016 to 2018
Maintenance Manager
Managed residential and commercial construction projects, including multi-unit housing, retail and office space, schools, and churches.
Hired and supervised construction workers and sub-contractors.
Maintained strict safety standards and procedures.
Consulted with clients on progress and issues.
Elite Maintenance & Co, Cape Town
Project manager
2018 to Present
Managed residential and commercial construction projects, including multi-unit housing, retail and office space, schools, and churches.
Consulted with clients on progress and issues.
Maintained strict safety standards and procedures.
Hired and supervised construction workers and sub-contractors.
Negotiated terms for new construction projects, bidding private and publicly funded projects. Secured all required permit approvals.
Performed duties of electrician, carpenter, or general construction worker as needed.
Served as mentor to new apprentices.
Advised general contractor on technology, personnel, safety, and schedule issues.
Installed wiring, fixtures, and equipment for all electrical services in residential construction projects, following blueprints and wiring diagrams.
Installed exterior conduit and threaded wires through conduits to terminals,
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