Civil Engineer Structural

MICHAEL MAGOCHA

CIVIL ENGINEER STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

+263-**-***-**** ***********@*****.*** Zimbabwe

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-magocha-9271b08b/ PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

I am a results-oriented and self-driven Engineering Professional with 8+ years of experience in supervising road and bridge construction, monitoring, and controlling expenditure for projects, design road structures such as culverts, and shelverts, etc, interpreting design drawings, and giving advice on implementation and making budgets for projects. I seek to impart my proficiency for the betterment of my employer's corporate position. With a zeal to learn, I can quickly adapt to challenging situations as well as come up with recommendations consistent with the dynamic economic environment.

CAREER GOALS

I am looking for a challenging new opportunity to further develop my skills as a Civil Engineer or Structural Engineer KEY SKILLS

Design & Analysis of Multi-storey Structures Complex Problem Solving & Troubleshooting

Customer Satisfaction Design & Construction of Roads & Bridges

Structural Engineering Analysis & Design Excellent Communication Skills

Collaborative, Hands-On Team Leadership

Transportation Engineering

Project Planning

Cost Estimation for projects

Geotechnical Engineering

Contract Management

CAREER SNAPSHOT

Director – Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology-2024-Date

Projects Officer – Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology-2022-2024

Construction Engineer – Ministry of Transport, Zimbabwe, 2014 – 2021 QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

Master of Science in Civil Engineering, and

Structural Engineering, 2019

Moscow State University of Civil Engineering,

Russia

Bachelor of Science Honors in Civil Engineering,

2013

University of Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe

CORE COMPETENCIES

LIRA-SAPR AutoCAD ANSYS MATLAB

MS Word Excel

Octave

MS PowerPoint MS Projects

WORK EXPERIENCE

MARONDERA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY 1. DIRECTOR – DEPARTMENT OF WORKS AND ESTATES 2024 DUTIES

Manage the development of designs and ensure cost effectiveness and compliance with design, regulations and user requirements

Liaising with experts and external organizations on issues related to the physical development of the University

Oversee construction works and ensure that projects progress according to set timelines.

Budgetary planning and control in line with University buildings and infrastructure.

Oversee the purchase of materials and spares for University buildings and infrastructure.

Manage the preparation and negotiations of contracts, leases, deeds and other property legal documents

Ensure that contractual obligations with contractors are met

Manage the maintenance of buildings, site infrastructure (electrical, sewer and water reticulation), roads, sporting and recreation facilities and grounds

Recommend the acquisition and disposal of real estate properties

Management of human resources activities, amongst others, recruitment and selection, staff development and performance management in liaison with the Human Resources Department.

Servicing University Committee meetings.

2. PROJECTS OFFICER- DEPARTMENT OF WORKS AND ESTATES 2022 - 2024 DUTIES

design and analysis of structural systems, including buildings using relevant software tools and engineering principles.

preparation detailed technical drawings, specifications, and documentation for construction purposes, adhering to local codes and regulations

conducting structural calculations and simulations to assess the strength, stability, and safety of designs

performing site inspections and provide technical guidance during construction to ensure compliance with design specifications

collaborating with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met, and design intent is preserved.

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT (DEPARTMENT OF ROADS)

CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER 2014 - 2021

DUTIES

Designing roads and bridges.

Estimating cost for projects.

Ensuring that the construction projects were completed on time.

Ensuring that acceptable road and bridge construction was implemented for the province.

Making sure that adequate materials were available onsite.

Achievements: Executed the following projects:

- Road construction - Beitbridge border post road construction

- Tollgate construction - Gwanda tollgate construction

- Road construction - Guyu-Manama low-cost surfacing

- Road design and construction – Plumtree road design and construction REFERENCES

Dr. Prof G. Pavlovich Tonkik, Moscow State University of Civil Engineering,*******@****.**, +7-903-***-**** Engineer B. Muzangaza, Litregate Consultants, *********@*****.***, +263-**-***-**** PERSONAL

Languages - Professional English Speaker, Russian, Shona

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