Civil Engineer Project Management

Tinashe Nyakatsapa

**** ***** **, **** *******, Harare, Zimbabwe

Phone: +263-*********

Email: **************@*****.***

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tinashe-nyakatsapa

Professional Summary

Results-driven Civil Engineer with over three years of experience in structural design, project management, and site supervision. Registered as a Graduate Trainee with the Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers and currently in the process of obtaining Professional Engineer registration. Proficient in infrastructure design, construction management, and cost estimation, with a strong command of Civil 3D, Archicad, AutoCAD, Prokon, and ETABS. Adept at leading teams and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and sustainable engineering solutions.

Key Skills

• Structural and Civil Engineering Design

• Construction Project Management

• AutoCAD, Prokon, ETABS, ArchiCAD, Ms Projects, Tekla Structures

• Site Supervision and Quality Control

• Tendering, BOQs, and Cost Estimation

• Road and Drainage Design

• Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Compliance

• Stakeholder and Contractor Coordination

• Leadership and Team Management

Professional Experience

Junior Civil Engineer

Bravura Zimbabwe Ltd., Harare, Zimbabwe May 2023 – May 2025

• Managed earthworks and foundation construction for a Multi-Million dollar DMS Plant in Kamativi, Hwange.

• Served as Site Engineer for the construction and installation of ELKON 60 Concrete Batch Plant and ELKON 40 Block Moulding Machine.

• Designed new mine layouts and steel structures for shades and buildings.

• Supervised road and drainage design to improve site accessibility and drainage efficiency.

• Prepared BOQs, quotations, and procurement plans for roads and structural projects.

• Contracted works to external contractors and consultants, ensuring compliance with PRAZ regulations.

Junior Civil Engineer & Head of Projects and Estimates Department BSCC Civil Works and Plant Hire, Harare, Zimbabwe July 2022 – April 2023 Reported directly to the Managing Director, overseeing multiple civil engineering projects.

• Managed project planning, execution, and budgeting to ensure timely delivery.

• Led the tendering process, project costing, and BOQ preparation.

• Supervised civil works, structural designs, and site inspections.

• Mentored and supervised students on industrial attachment. Graduate Trainee Engineer

Usate Trading and Civil Contractors, Harare, Zimbabwe Feb 2022 – July 2022

• Assisted senior engineers with project management and design execution.

• Conducted site supervision, ensuring adherence to engineering codes and standards.

• Reviewed and interpreted engineering drawings for various projects.

• Assisted in preparing technical reports and site documentation. Civil Engineering Intern

Jojatis Biowaste Management Systems, Harare, Zimbabwe Feb 2020 – April 2021

• Supported senior engineers in designing and preparing technical drawings.

• Conducted material procurement and BOQ preparation for civil works.

• Researched and wrote technical reports on sustainable waste management solutions. Education

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Civil Engineering

University of Zimbabwe Graduated: 2021

Certifications & Memberships

• Registered Graduate Trainee, Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers (ZIE)

• In Progress: Professional Engineer Registration (ZIE)

• Project Management Training

• First Aid Certification

Major Projects

• DMS Plant Construction, Kamativi – Led civil works for a USD 12 million mineral processing plant.

• Concrete Batch Plant Installation – Supervised installation and commissioning of batching and block-molding equipment.

• Road and Drainage Design – Designed and implemented access roads and drainage solutions for mine operations.

• Structural Design Projects – Designed steel structures and supervised construction for commercial and industrial buildings.

• Retaining Wall at CBZ Carrick Creigh- Designed and manage construction supervision

Technical Skills

• AutoCAD, Prokon, ETABS, CSI Detailing

• ArchiCAD, Civil 3D, Ms Projects

• Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Structural and Geotechnical Analysis

• GIS Mapping and Surveying Tools

Languages

• English (Fluent)

• Shona (Fluent)

References Available Upon Request

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