Taonezvi Mutsvangwa

• End-to-End Package Management: Delivered complex civil packages for SRL Initial and Early Works, managing Site Establishment Works, Tunnel Access Shaft (TAS) excavations, and dewatering systems installation, operation and maintenance.
• Commercial & Contract Administration: Ensured project profitability by overseeing variations, progress claims, cost forecasting, and RFIs to mitigate schedule and commercial risks.
• Operational Leadership: Coordinated multidisciplinary subcontractors and internal site teams, ensuring optimal resource allocation to keep works on the critical path.
• Technical Oversight: Developed and enforced project-specific documentation, including SWMS, ITPs, and ITRs, ensuring all works met rigorous Tier 1 technical specifications and design intent.
• Appointed Temporary Works Supervisor, provided safety and technical oversight for high-risk activities, including deep trenching, piling pads, and complex scaffolding.

Role Specific Skills:

• Civil Infrastructure Delivery
• Commercial Management
• Safety & Compliance
• Stakeholder Management

Achievements:

• Successful TAS Delivery: Successfully executed the Tunnel Access Shaft (TAS) excavation at the Southern Stabling Yard, a critical milestone for the SRL East project infrastructure.
• Temporary Works Supervisor Appointment
• Leadership Recognition: Acknowledged by senior management for strong work ethic and ability to independently resolve complex site-based engineering challenges.

• Coordinated construction activities to optimize resource utilization and adhere to project timelines.
• Inspecting work to ensure conformity with QA/QC specifications and requirements, Industry Codes, Standards and Procedures, and Client requirements.
• Planning and initiating the procurement of plant, materials, and subcontractor services to be delivered at specific times to conform to the workloads, schedules and cashflows.
• Ensured adherence to quality, health & safety, and environmental standards throughout all project phases.
• Facilitated staff skills training programs to enhance workforce capabilities and foster professional development.

Role Specific Skills:

• Construction Management and Planning
• Project Management
• Reinforced Concrete Construction Methods and Procedures
• Microsoft Project

Achievements:

• Structural completion of a 30Ml, Post Tensioned, Reinforced Concrete Water Retaining Reservoir and associated reticulation works.

• Planned projects and ensured they are programmed to a level of detail necessary for the site teams to deliver projects without delay and in accordance with budget allocations.
• Produced and analysed progress reports, updated costs, forecasts, and identified potential issues to facilitate timely project delivery.
• Ensured procurement and reconciliation of materials aligned with company procedures to optimise value and mitigate delays.
• Ensured correct commercial engagement of subcontractors.

Role Specific Skills:

• Project Management
• Construction Management
• Contract Administration
• Procurement
• Microsoft 365

Achievements:

• Administered successful completion of multiple civil engineering and landscaping contracts, enhancing project delivery over a 4+ year period.
• Spearheaded the development and implementation of standardised company procedures and documentation, directly enabling the organization to achieve ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certifications.

• Designed Platforms and Civil Engineering Services (Roads and Sewer Reticulation Networks) for multiple Township Developments.
• Drafted preliminary, tender, and construction drawings for civil engineering projects.
• Supervised construction and monitored site activities for development accommodating 220 low-income houses.

Role Specific Skills:

• Civil Designer (i.e., civil infrastructure design software suite)
• Platform Design
• Road Geometric and Pavement Design
• Sewer Reticulation Design
• Contract Administration
• Construction Supervision

Achievements:

• Produced preliminary, tender, and construction drawings for multiple projects upgrading informal settlements in Knysna, Western Cape.

• Developed civil engineering designs, drafted technical documents, and prepared project implementation plans.
• Reviewed and verified designs and drawings for accuracy and compliance with project standards.
• Managed project schedules and budgets, ensuring financial control and adherence to project timelines.
• Prepared and delivered professional fee accounts for all assigned projects.

Role Specific Skills:

• Geometric Road Design and Pavement Selection
• Contract Administration
• Construction Supervision
• Project Cost Estimation

Achievements:

• Oversaw Surfaced-Road Maintenance Project, managing all phases from maintenance plan drafting to tender preparation, contract administration, construction supervision, and close-out reporting.

• Analysing survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints and other topographical or geological data to plan projects.
• Estimated quantities and costs of materials, equipment, and labour to ensure project budget adherence.
• Managed and directed staff and construction operations, ensuring project milestones and safety standards were met.
• Inspecting project site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety standards.
• Monitoring and coordinating the collection of material samples for testing.
• Directing and participating in surveying exercises to lay out installations, grades, and elevations.
• Consulted with provincial road engineer and chief engineer-bridges to facilitate communication and alignment on project requirements.

Role Specific Skills:

• Construction Management and Supervision
• Concrete Construction
• Project Management

Achievements:

• Supervised the construction of a 62m long, 11m wide, reinforced concrete river bridge.