Age 34
Where are you based at the moment (who do you work for)?
Aveng Grinaker-LTA (South – Port Elizabeth)
In what year did you complete your honours degree?
2007
What path did you follow before ending up with your current company?
Joined A-GLTA for my practical year, returned for Honours and have been here since. Started as a Trainee to Junior to Site Engineer, then Site Manager.
What is your current position and what does the role entail?
Project Manager – Single Point of Responsibility in delivering large construction projects. My role includes all contract management responsibilities with a strong focus on Package Management and MEP delivery. I have been fortunate to have been involved in some of Port Elizabeth’s more prolific construction projects:
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Volkswagen Paint Shop
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Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
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The Boardwalk Hotel
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Aspen Pharmacare SVP Phase 1 and 2
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Borbet SA Paintshop
What advice would you give a current construction management student?
Never study to pass – study to grow. Never stop growing.
What was your favourite module?
Structures (KBS)
Who was your favourite lecturer?
Andre Malherbe
What are your plans for the next 5 to 10 years?
Keep delivering, diversify base of influence and experience within the local industry.