Civil Engineer Manager

Jacques van der Westhuizen, Senior Civil Engineer and Project Manager

**** ***** **, ***** ****, 80517, United States, 970-***-****, adcp4r@r.postjobfree.com Place of birth South Africa Nationality South African PROFILE Dedicated and experienced Senior Civil Engineer and Project Manager with extensive knowledge of engineering principles, theories, specifications, and standards. As a business leader with strong business acumen, I strive to develop and drive a culture of innovation and growth on behalf of the organization, finishing complex projects under budget and ahead of schedule. As an industry specialist, I leverage well over 17 years of experience in the mining, construction, petrochemical, and industrial business spheres. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Jan 2019 — Feb 2020 Business Development and Project Manager, MineARC Systems Johannesburg, South Africa

• Carefully managed projects so that milestones were met during agreed time and within budget confines.

• Maintain and building relationships by attending meetings to discuss projects with clients, contractors, asset owners, stockholders and mining departments.

• Created detailed plans and frequently monitored progress to assure project goals were met.

• Researched, interpreted, and advised the company regarding compliance with laws and regulations.

• Ensured compliance with international rules and safety regulations.

• Ensured projects met mining code regulations.

• Prepare strategic business plans and budgets.

• Key Accounts: DE BEERS GROUP, Anglo American Platinum, GLENCORE, Anglo Gold Ashanti, South32, ASSORE Mining Holdings, Sasol and Sibanye-Stillwater.

• Industries: Hard Rock mining, Coal Mining, Petrochemical, Tunneling and Biotechnology. Mar 2018 — Dec 2018 Regional Service Manager, CNH INDUSTRIAL Johannesburg, South Africa

• Directs the operations of the After sales Field Team, maintaining achievements in-line with the objectives of the Commercial Team and Service Organization.

• Upholds the delivery of Optimal customer satisfaction levels; Network top partner continuous improvement on service business; Workshop dealer profitability; Quality after sales support for network customers and dealers.

• Manages and maintains overhead costs and service delivery quality.

• Gathers Service Business Plans from dealers, measuring and monitoring the same annually, based on Workshop KPIs.

• Develops service staff competencies through upholding correct management of workshop and support processes (Customer Management, Job Card, CPDP, Service Marketing, Financial KPI Monitoring) and the development of service management skills.

• Designs and promotes Dealer After-sale Commercial and Marketing Campaigns.

• Plans and delegates work across Service Zone Manager Teams, coaching members in the achievement of objectives, assigning duties and controlling target achievement periodically. Sep 2013 — May 2017 Business Line Manager Chicago Pneumatic Construction, Atlas Copco

Johannesburg, South Africa

• Inspected all materials to ensure project specifications and quantities properly met.

• Thoroughly inspected all major projects and supervised any revisions made.

• Monitored construction and inspected installation of major projects.

• Assisted with and independently produced many Engineer reports.

• Controlled complete regional business development activities for South Africa, inclusive of Lesotho and Swaziland, as well as the regional country markets for the DRC, Zambia, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique as required.

• Monitored competitor and market activity, performed market analysis and developed strategies.

• Defined and leads the implementation of business strategy, gaining formal approval from Head Quarters.

• Presenting the business plans to the CRM Divisional President as required.

• Supported territory management, market penetration/coverage and market share development in-line with targets.

• Defined/forecast new business development and sales targets and monitored delivery on actual target achievement.

• Responsible for the financial results of the CP Business Line. Compiled and consolidated GP targets.

• Managed, developed and maintained key distributor and customer relationships, upholding optimal communication and stakeholder engagement.

• Led, trained and developed subordinates as required, conducting visits to branches regularly.

• Facilitate the establishment and development of new markets and products.

• Supported internal and external public relations/marketing activities.

• Industries: Mining & Construction

Jul 2007 — Jul 2013 Managing Director/Owner, Waterford Civils Johannesburg, South Africa

• Provided thorough directions pertaining to unusual or difficult engineering issues.

• Carried projects from initial concept through completion.

• Demonstrated a strong attention to detail and precision.

• Assisted with and independently produced many Engineering reports.

• Prepared designs and specifications for projects.

• Brought forth strong analytical skills and judgment capabilities.

• Carefully managed projects so that milestones were met by deadlines and within budget confines.

• Inspected all materials to ensure project specifications and quantities were achieved. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Engineering, University of Stellenboch Stellenboch, South Africa Civil Engineering

MBA, Gibbs Business School / University of Pretoria Pretoria, South Africa Masters of Business Administration.

SKILLS Analytical Thinking Skills Expert

Principles and Practices of

Engineering

Expert

Creative Problem Solving Expert

Field Investigation Skills Expert

Project Management Expert

Communication Skills Expert

Industry Knowledge Expert

Critical Thinking Expert

Leadership Expert

Health & Safety Expert

Civil 3D Expert

Design Skills Expert

Complex Problem Solving Expert

Business Process Improvement Expert

AutoCAD Expert

High Attention to Detail Expert

Cost Management Expert

Engineering Fundamentals Expert

Business Strategy Expert

Business Analysis Expert

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

MVSSA - The Mine Ventilation Society of South Africa Johannesburg, South Africa SAIMM - The South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy Johannesburg, South Africa

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