Jacob Engelbrecht

Experience

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  Syntec Projects

  Jan 2009 - Feb 2010

  Shop fitting Technician

  * Maintenance work (painting, Tiling and waterproofing )* Labour work (Moving Material, Demolishing, housekeeping and helping all other trades on site) * Working with Qualified Carpenters (Building Dry walling, installing doors and Building Fences)* Working with Qualified Plumbers (Fitting-out Bathrooms, installing new pipes, installing water heating systems, installing drainpipes)* Working with Qualified Electricians (Installing wiring, installing Lights, installing Plugs)

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  CBC Building Projects

  Aug 2010 - Oct 2014

  Junior Construction Project Manager

  CBC Building Projects is a construction company that specializes in the building and finishing of high-end residential developments. CBC also manages Commercial projects from time to time. * Arranging submission of plans to local authorities.* Managing site workers and subcontractors including access and collections.* Generating quotations for new building projects.* Creating budget schedules.* Managing new residential developments. (Procuring Materials, Scheduling Subcontractors, Managing site work, Assuring Quality of all work is at high standard ) Show less

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  Kamano Developers

  Nov 2014 - Sept 2017

  Senior Construction Project Manager

  * Managing of new KFC developments* Planning all phases of the construction lifecycle, from initiation to completion.* Obtaining all necessary regulations, permits, and other regulatory requirements.* Procuring the necessary labor, supplies, tools, and equipment required to complete the project.* Documenting and recording any changes made to the project plans and schedule.* Managing construction teams and subcontractors with their daily tasks.* Communicating with clients and delivering project progress and budget reports.* Developing and adhering to the budget, timeline, and quality control plan.* Collaborating with architects, engineers, electricians, and other specialists.* Ensuring that all national building codes, regulations, and safety precautions are followed.* Maintaining accurate project records, preparing reports, and documenting any changes or deviations from the original project plan.*The KFC locations mentioned are in Cullinan, Steve Biko, R101, and Themba (Hammanskraal). Show less

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  CBC Building Projects

  Oct 2017 - now

  Senior Construction Project Manager

  * Oversee construction projects from start to finish. (Providing clients with a Total Turnkey Construction process) * Creating comprehensive project plans that outline the scope, timeline, budget and required resources for the project.* Efficiently allocating resources, such as labor, materials, and equipment, to meet project deadlines and budget.* Generating quotes for new projects, managing project budgets, controlling additional costs and labor expenses. Implementing cost-saving measures when needed to keep projects within budget.* Identifying potential risks and developing strategies to eliminate them, including safety hazards, environmental concerns, and unforeseen delays.* Meeting Clients, Engineers, and Architects for site meetings, addressing site delays, scheduling, costing, budget, changes, etc.* Providing Team Leadership and Guidance to project teams, motivating team members and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.* Ensuring Compliance with building codes, zoning laws, permits, and other regulatory requirements throughout the construction process.* Manage Project Closeout Activities, final inspections, documentation, and handover of the completed project to the Client.* Implementing quality assurance processes to ensure that workmanship and materials meet project standards and specifications.* Generating Job Cards and Invoices for Maintenance Work.* Have Managed Commercial Maintenance and Revamp Projects (PNP Clothing) worth from R 5,000 to R 400,000.* Have Managed more than 40 New Residential Projects worth an average of R 2 million to R7 million.* Have Managed more than 90 Home Improvement & Alteration Projects worth between R 20,000 to R2 million depending on the project requirements. Show less