Estimator and Project Manager - Aluminium and Glass Specialist
Harare, Kambuzuma
Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with over 3 years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in aluminum and glass projects. Proven track record in cost estimation, quantity surveying, and procurement, also highly proficient in fabrication and installation. Strong background in project management with hands-on experience in interpreting construction plans and specifications. Proficient in AutoCAD, Arch CAD, Bizman, and Microsoft Excel. Proficient in construction plans drawing and design. Seeking to leverage skills and expertise to contribute to the success of Tile and Carpet Centre as an Estimator.
Marina Group
Specialist in Aluminium and glass. Conducted cost estimations and quantity surveys for various aluminum and glass projects. Procuring aluminum sections and components, mainly from Crealco/Conways South Africa, ensuring timely and cost-effective supply. Coordinated with suppliers and project managers to ensure accurate pricing and adherence to project requirements. Implemented new techniques and software tools to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of cost estimating processes. • Conducted cost estimations and quantity surveys for various aluminum and glass projects • Procuring aluminum sections and components, mainly from Crealco/Conways South Africa, ensuring timely and cost-effective supply • Coordinated with suppliers and project managers to ensure accurate pricing and adherence to project requirements • Implemented new techniques and software tools to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of cost estimating processes • Addressed client design change issues by implementing a robust design approval process. Engaged clients in detailed discussions to finalize designs, followed by obtaining clients signature on approved designs. This process ensured that any post-fabrication design changes were billed as variation costs, significantly reducing unnecessary expenses for the company • A notable improvement in company's profits
Pastel Contractors Pvt Ltd
A registered private limited company specialising in building construction, renovations and maintenance. Demonstrated success in ensuring that projects are completed in time and satisfactory to the client. No record for failure to receive a completion of work certificate from clients. • Maintained daily communication with subcontractors and inspectors to drive forward progress of projects • AutoCad and Archicad drawings • Interpreting engineering drawings • Completed projects on time and within allocated budgets • Maintained safe work environments with zero accidents or lost work days • Estimated project (construction) costs accurately, achieving consistent business profits • Liased with contractors, engineering teams, designers and clients to drive success of all construction projects • Conducting job site visits, making sure that analysis of the job site is done adequately for the purposes of crafting the construction bid • Creating schedules for projects • Managing the workforce at project sites, making sure the project is going well and it will be satisfactory to the client • Managing the company's equipment and materials, it's not only about procurement that maters so there is need to manage those materials • Preparation of bills of quantities for pricing purpose • Eliminated project lags by inspecting work in progress to ensure compliance and top quality control
Pentagon Glass and Aluminium
Gained hands-on experience in fabrication and installation in the shopfitting industry from windows, sliding doors, suspended ceilings, shopfronts, office partitions, glass cutting etc. Gained practical experience in the shop fitting industry, focusing on aluminum and glass installations. Worked on various projects, developing skills in quantity surveying, cost estimation, and procurement. Coordinated with team members and suppliers to ensure high-quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines. • Gained hands-on experience in fabrication and installation in the shopfitting industry from windows, sliding doors, suspended ceilings, shopfronts, office partitions, glass cutting etc • Gained practical experience in the shop fitting industry, focusing on aluminum and glass installations • Worked on various projects, developing skills in quantity surveying, cost estimation, and procurement • Coordinated with team members and suppliers to ensure high-quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines
Department of Physical Planning - Masvingo Province • Masvingo Province
Collaborated with Mwenezi, Chivi, Bikita, Masvingo, Gutu Rural district councils on various planning projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations and guidelines. • Conducted comprehensive feasibility studies to assess the viability of proposed developments, including economic, environmental and social impact analysis • Actively participated in council meetings (Chivi RDC), presenting findings and providing expert recommendations on planning matters • Produced detailed and accurate site plans, contributing to the efficient allocation and development of land resources • Assisted in developing and reviewing town planning documents and proposals • Conducted field surveys and gathered data for various planning projects
Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management
Bachelor of Science in Rural and Urban Planning
A Level in Geography, Mathematics, Business Studies and Economics
O Level - 9 passes in Including Mathematics, English and Science