Civil Engineer Engineering
Resume:
OBEY MUBONDERI
Civil Engineer
**************@*****.*** +263********* 1030 Rydale Ridge, Harare, Zimbabwe PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Innovative solution-based engineer with expertise in project management. I’m a professional, hardworking and resilient civil engineer who takes great pride in the quality of work I produce. I’m a self-motivated and highly competent person with the ability to interact with other people at all levels and from diverse backgrounds.
KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCE
Construction project management, site management and supervising skills
Technical Support, sound analytical thinking and innovation
Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
Time management and Organization.
High capacity to learning strategies and adapt to new situations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Goal and result oriented, capable to work under tight schedules
Highly proficient in AutoCAD, ArchiCAD and Revit
Strong understanding of google suites
Extensive experience on MS Office packages including MS Project, Excel, and Word ACHIEVEMENTS
Improved project timelines by optimizing construction sequencing and workflow
Implemented efficient site logistics, reducing material waste and improving resource allocation
Negotiated contracts and prices with suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization.
Implemented environmentally friendly construction practices, pit reclamation. WORK HISTORY
Civil Engineer Graduate Trainee – BRAVURA ZIMBABWE (June 2023 - Present) Selous Platinum Mining Project
Provided oversight and direction to contractors on site, guaranteeing successful project execution and adherence.
Developed and managed project budgets, prepared Bill of Quantities (BOQs), secured quotations and executed procurement strategies for site works.
Designed a steel shed, including structural analysis and detailing
Supervised construction activities, from foundation earthworks to concrete works and steel fixing, ensuring compliance with engineering standards
Managed Scaffolding assembly and ensured it was used correctly and safely
Directed and coordinated the activities of trade personnel engaged in bricklaying, roofing and cladding works on mine infrastructure.
Managed concrete works for specialized equipment foundations, including generator platforms and Elkon’s s25 Block Molding Machine
Successfully managed the excavation, hauling, and utilization of gravel for earthworks projects in challenging black cotton soils environment. Kamativi Tailings Mining Project
Assisting Senior Engineers on the supervision of Lithium Processing Plant earthworks.
Supervised Elkomix-60 Quick Master Concrete Batch Plant foundation construction.
Supervised daily construction activities for the renovations of site office and temporary residential accommodation.
Successfully managed a construction site with a team of over 70 personnel, including heavy machinery operators, artisans and laborers of different races and nationalities.
Oversaw daily operations, coordinated tasks among different teams, and resolved conflicts to maintain a productive and cohesive work environment.
Collaborated with the architects on the design of the mine campsite.
Oversaw the construction of the substructure of the campsite and relocation houses.
Ensuring a strong focus on health and safety and ensure procedures are always implemented
Maintaining daily site records, preparing BOQs and facilitating the procurement of materials
Civil Engineer Graduate Trainee – Ministry of Transport (February - May 2023)
Conducted site visits and workshops on road rehabilitation program.
Weekly and progress report writing reporting to the deputy director.
Initial calculations for the design of Saruwe Bridge. Entrepreneur – Mobile Car Wash & Stereo Fix (February 2022 – Present) To make money just after college while on the Job hunt, my friend and I opened a mobile car wash and a stereo fix. During that short period, we managed to land over 400 clients and over 700 followers on Facebook.
Civil Engineering Intern – Fossil Contracting (October 2020 – April 2021) Construction of stockpile and gold mill at Fredda Rebecca gold mine
Coordinated quality control of concrete
Supervision of site works (Steel fixing, shattering, Concrete Pouring) with the help of the resident engineer and the project manager.
Gained experience in blueprint reading
Rehabilitation of Honde Valley Road
Site management of over 30 workers.
Monthly, weekly, and daily report writing
Overseeing Road works (Reseal & Pothole patching) Civil Engineering Intern – Zimbabwe National Water Authority (January – April 2020) Causeway dam construction, Marondera
Producing as-built AutoCAD drawings of the dam
Inspecting and carrying out dam surveys
Inspecting other relevant dam works (spillway construction, valve box construction)
Conducting geotechnical laboratory Tests
TRAININGS & WEBINARS ATTENDED
Visual Inspection for Defining Safety Upgrading Strategies (VISUS), 4 – 8 October 2021, Chimanimani with UNESCO.
Multi-hazard school safety assessment to 15 Schools in Chimanimani.
The project aimed to conduct multi hazard analysis and determine where schools need to be retrofitted, rebuilt, or repaired to make them hazard resilient. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Valid Class 4 Zimbabwean Driver’s license
Member of the Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers (ZIE) EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, 2022 University of Zimbabwe. Upper Second Degree Class
Transportation systems and structures
Water and public health engineering
Geotechnical engineering
Project and infrastructure asset management.
Civil engineering construction.
Design and analysis of structures
Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Advanced Level, 2016 Nyazura Adventist High School
3 A’ Levels - Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Ordinary Level, 2014 Nyazura Adventist High School
11 O’ Levels – Including Mathematics, English, Physics and Chemistry REFERENCES
Patrick Fero
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Confidence Fedo
Lead Civil Engineer
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