LEBO KEKANA

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OBJECTIVE

Meticulous professional with Power construction industry experience seeking a Project Management/Engineer position. Proven skills in project coordination, estimating and communication skills. Keen to join a community first driven company.

EDUCATION

CRE Analyst Fast Track Program 2023

• Participated in an intensive commercial real estate skill development program led by high-performing industry professionals, focusing on hands-on and interactive learning.

• Conducted in-depth analysis of industry and capital market benchmarks, abstracted leases, and purchase agreements, evaluated income-producing and development properties, explored the impacts of financial leverage, and modeled joint venture structures.

Industry documents, including broker opinions of value, offering memoranda, loan documents, joint venture agreements, purchase agreements, and various lease types.

• Strong Communication, networking, and problem-solving skills. Minnesota State University – Mankato 2023

Bachelor of Science, Construction Management with a Minor, Business Administration Saint Paul Technical Community College 2021

Business Administration, AS

University of South Africa: Johannesburg

National Diploma Electrical Engineering 2014

• WORK EXPERIENCE

Kiewit- TIC Power- Magnolia Power- Project Engineer Sep 2023 till date

• Budget and schedule development and maintenance

• Assuring quality control, contract compliance and administration

• Project administration systems management and management of assigned job site personnel.

• Administering safety programs and maintaining good owner relations. Preparing work plans

• Preparing work plans

• Assuring quality control

• Managing/tracking costs and materials

• Scheduling equipment

• Addressing safety problems

Trademark Property - Development/Construction Tenant Service Intern May 2023-Aug 2023

• Created and modified Leasing documents.

• Conducted research to support tenant services projects.

• Assisted in obtaining quotes for leasing and construction teams.

• Created Financial Models (PROFORMA) for Land Acquisition.

• Set through Sponsor, GP, brokerage, and leasing meetings. Kiewit- 690-MW Gemini Solar Nevada- Co-Op Jan 2022- April 2022

• Performed scheduling of the project

• Assisted in Revenue, cost, and cash flow management.

• Temperature engineering and safety Training

• Permanent design management and quality control

• Prepared Project closeouts

• Communication and Client relations

• Assisted in Operations planning.

• Administered contracts and subcontracts.

Donlar Construction - Project Manager/Estimator Intern May 2022-Sep 2022

• Facilitated weekly progress meetings and proactively addressed issues to keep projects on schedule.

• Assisted in preparing detailed construction documents, Permits, bid packages, Budget and construction schedules, leading to a 10% decrease in change orders.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure comprehensive project planning and minimize disruptions.

• Assisted in preparing pre-construction documents, leading to a 10% decrease in change orders.

• Performed takeoffs using software for accurate project estimates, contributing to a 20% bid-to-win ratio increase.

• Achieved zero workplace accidents and improved project coordination. Lyman Lumber US LBM - Residential Construction Estimation Dec 2021- Feb 2022

• Collaborated with sales and design teams for Major National Builders to create sales projections and develop material and hardware schedules for residential projects.

• Construction estimation / takeoff Conducted construction plans estimation and takeoffs, ensuring efficient project scheduling and delivery.

• Developed a comprehensive understanding of construction building codes, ensuring compliance in project designs Blueprint layout knowledge – construction building Codes. Lacy Mechanical HVAC- Project Management/ Estimator May 2018 – Dec 2020

• Prepared estimates for commercial and residential HVAC projects, optimizing material costs.

• Utilized Microsoft Project for bidding and scheduling, coordinating project timelines and resources.

• Demonstrated proficiency in HVAC estimating software.

• Acted as a project manager providing regular project updates, financial reports, and progress assessment.

• Proactively addressed administrative and logistics challenges, contributing to overall project success and client satisfaction.

LEADERSHIP, KEY SKILLS, AND CERTIFICATIONS

• ISCS Launch Academy

• Neighborhood Leadership Development Program-Wilder Foundation

• National Association for Home Builders (NAHB) Young Professional Chapter

• City of Minneapolis Developer Program (D-Tap) Certification

• ULI Developer Building Foundation Certification, Construction Management

• OSHA 30, LEED

• ProEst, Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD, Procore software Proficiency, AIA Documents

• DFW/MNCREW Rising Leader Committee Member

• PMP-MN Chapter Member

• IREM MN Chapter Member

VOLUNTEER INVOLVEMENT

• Habitat For Humanity, MN 2021 to Present

• Minnesota Concrete Council 2022 to Present

• Wilder Foundation 2017 to Present

• Boys And Girls Clubs of America 2017 to present. Hire this candidate.

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