Theunis

Site Supervisor
Male56 y/oConstruction Engineering Management/Project Manager/Real estate project manager/Property Project ManagerLive in New ZealandNationality South Africa
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Summary

Accomplished Project and Construction Manager with over 24 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure, civil, utilities, and commercial projects across South Africa, Malawi, Ethiopia and New Zealand. Proven record of leading multidisciplinary teams on projects involving earthworks, roadworks, utilities, mechanical systems, and high-security installations. Skilled in project planning, procurement, subcontractor management, stakeholder engagement, and contract administration, with strong expertise in risk, cost, and compliance control. Experienced in chairing progress meetings, evaluating tenders, verifying claims, and ensuring design and council approvals for regulatory compliance. Currently completing an MSc in Project Management (University of Salford, Manchester) to further strengthen strategic leadership and operational excellence. Recognized for driving projects safely, on time, and within budget while fostering collaborative, client-focused delivery.

Work experience

  • Site Supervisor

    JWI Earthworks
    2025.07-2025.10(4 months)
    Oversaw and coordinated site activities for earthworks, stormwater systems, detention ponds, road construction, chip sealing, landscaping, concrete works, and temporary structures, ensuring delivery in line with programme milestones. Enforced environmental and safety controls, achieving zero non-compliance incidents and maintaining alignment with regulatory standards. Chaired site meetings, witnessed inspections and testing, and drove quality assurance processes that reduced rework and delays. Directed subcontractors and labour teams, achieving consistent progress against schedule while optimising resource utilisation. Proactively resolved on-site challenges, implementing solutions that kept works within budget and ahead of critical deadlines.
  • Site Supervisor

    CPB Contractors
    2023.02-2025.06(2 years)
    Directed daily site operations across landscaping, drainage, in-ground services, concrete works, asphalt laying, and large-scale earthworks, delivering packages on time and to required quality standards. Supervised trenching, stormwater, sewerage, directional drilling, domestic water supply, and road construction works, ensuring full compliance with design specifications and regulatory approvals. Managed subcontractors and trade teams, achieving improved productivity and reduced safety incidents through proactive supervision and clear communication. Coordinated and chaired site meetings, driving alignment between stakeholders and resolving issues that minimised project delays and cost overruns. Championed a Zero Harm culture, resulting in enhanced safety performance and strong audit outcomes across multiple project sites.
  • Senior Construction Supervisor

    Honeywell New Zealand
    2019.12-2023.01(3 years)
    Oversaw ESS and access control system installations in high-security facilities, including data centres, ensuring successful integration with zero downtime incidents. Directed the installation of server racks, PLC panels, Motorola communication systems, and integrated security systems, improving system reliability and operational efficiency. Supervised cable tray, conduit, and fireproofing installations, achieving high compliance ratings in audits and inspections. Led progress meetings, planning, and reporting, providing transparency that enabled stakeholders to make informed decisions and maintain schedule alignment. Controlled project costs and subcontractor performance, achieving delivery within budget and ahead of client deadlines. Championed safety and quality management, ensuring no lost-time injuries (LTIs) across multiple project phases.
  • Construction Manager

    Honeywell South Africa
    2018.09-2019.11(a year)
    Managed major ESS, BMS, and access control projects at Bole International Airport, delivering critical systems within tight timelines and strict aviation security requirements. Directed installation of server racks, PLC panels, cable trays, conduits, fireproofing, smoke detection, and integrated communication/security systems, achieving seamless integration and regulatory approval on first submission. Oversaw MATV system and structured cabling works, ensuring compliance with international standards and client specifications. Conducted tender evaluations, subcontractor management, and client interactions, securing best-value procurement outcomes and strong client satisfaction scores. Verified payment claims and installation quantities, identifying discrepancies that prevented cost overruns and strengthened financial control. Led progress meetings, planning, and reporting, improving coordination and reducing delays across multidisciplinary teams. Fostered a culture of safety, accountability, and quality, resulting in zero major incidents and high client confidence.
  • Project Manager

    Musan Trading
    2017.06-2017.09(4 months)
    Managed commercial and government projects involving HVAC, piling, structural retrofitting, landscaping, drainage, in-ground services, concrete works, asphalt laying, and large-scale earthworks, delivering works on time and in compliance with specifications. Chaired progress meetings that improved coordination between stakeholders, enabling quicker issue resolution and reduced programme delays. Directed and supervised subcontractors, improving workmanship standards and ensuring projects were completed safely and efficiently. Oversaw procurement and subcontractor evaluations, successfully negotiating rates that achieved cost savings without compromising quality. Led planning, scheduling, and reporting, ensuring milestones were consistently achieved within allocated resources. Ensured project execution remained aligned with client objectives and budgets, which resulted in positive client feedback and repeat business opportunities.

Projects

  • Independent

    Project manager
    2001.08-2017.05(16 years)
    Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical projects across railway, dam, bridge, fuel pipeline, residential, commercial, school, and large-scale concrete works.

Educational experience

  • University of Salford, Manchester

    Project Management
    2025.03-Current(8 months)
    Advanced Project and Logistics Management; Project Management, Leadership and Skills: Planning and Control; Operations and Information Management; Procurement, Risk and Contract Management.
  • Skills & Development

    Scaffold
    2013.08-2013.09(2 months)
    Scaffold Inspector & Erector
  • Imsimbi Training

    Project management
    2011.10-2011.11(2 months)
    Advanced Project Management
  • University of Pretoria

    Comprehensive Project Management Program in the Building Environment (CPMP)
    2010.01-2010.11(a year)
    Comprehensive Project Management Program in the Building Environment (CPMP)
  • Varsity College

    Project Management
    2005.02-2006.11(2 years)
    Diploma in Project Management
  • Torque Computer College

    Microsoft Certified Software Development (MSCD)
    2001.07-2001.11(5 months)
    Computer programming
  • Piet Retief High School

    Matric Certificate (Grade 12)
    1975.01-1986.12(12 years)
    School

Languages

English
Proficient
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