SANDILE ZULU
Johannesburg - Kempton Park,Gauteng
Summary
Multi-Disciplined Engineering Draughtsman experienced in civil and mechanical drafting, architectural detailing, and project lifecycle support. Delivered innovative design solutions and technical support through strong problem-solving and project management skills. Focused on enhancing operational efficiency and contributing to successful project outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CAD TECHNICIAN
FM Associate Consulting Engineers
01.2023 - Current
- Developed detailed structural drawings to facilitate construction project execution.
- Analyzed survey information to enhance engineering evaluations.
- Provided technical support to improve project outcomes.
SNR CIVIL DRAUGHTSMAN
CMC - Africa Austral Construction of Housing Camps LNG Projects
Palma
06.2018 - 04.2021
- Collated and detailed civil structures with reinforcement bar bending scheduling to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Managed technical project requirements to ensure compliance with project standards.
- Controlled project technical data management system, including archiving technical documentation according to project directives.
- Managed discipline progress reports for the project, facilitating timely updates and communication among stakeholders.
- Surveying Data computation and controlling function.
- Mechanical Structures Draughting
CIVIL DRAUGHTSMAN
CMC - Head Office Tender Department
Bedfordview
12.2015 - 06.2018
- Provided technical input for tendering process for roads, bridges, dams, commercial buildings, irrigation, and piping, ensuring accurate project scope and cost estimation.
- Calculated volumes of concrete, excavation, and reinforcement weights to support project planning and resource allocation.
- Developed detailed method statements to guide project execution, enhancing clarity and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
CIVIL DRAUGHTSMAN
CMC - Construction of Infrastructure for the Eastern Basin of the Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) (TCTA)
Springs
05.2015 - 12.2015
- Heavy Civil Structures with Reinforcement Bar Bending Scheduling
- Developed mechanical structures to meet engineering requirements.
- Compiled monthly progress reports to track project milestones.
- Streamlined archiving and filing process for drawings to enhance accessibility.
CIVIL DRAUGHTSMAN
CMC - Ingula Pumped Storage Scheme- Main Underground Civil Works
Ladysmith
11.2007 - 05.2015
- Developed reinforcement bar bending schedules for heavy civil structures, ensuring compliance with project specifications.
- Compiled monthly progress reports to communicate project status and milestones to stakeholders.
- Organized and maintained drawing archive for efficient retrieval and reference.
- Organized and maintained drawings in an archive.
ARCHITECTURAL TECHNICIAN
Sesam Architects
Sandton Johannesburg
06.2007 - 11.2007
- Prepared detailed working drawings for client submission, ensuring compliance with design specifications
- Created precise detailing drawings for project execution
- Drafted comprehensive tender document for contractor selection, outlining project requirements and evaluation criteria
- Authored specifications for construction project requirements
- Developed engaging architectural presentation for project stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making
- Created as-built drawings for project documentation
CIVIL DRAUGHTSMAN
CMC - Lusip Feeder Canal
09.2005 - 05.2007
- Heavy Civil Structures with Reinforcement Bar Bending Scheduling
- Developed mechanical piping structures aligning with project requirements to ensure structural integrity.
- Organized and maintained project drawings for easy access and compliance with design specifications.
- Compiled and presented monthly progress reports to track project milestones and status.
Education
Architectural Certificate - Architectural Technology & Building Sciences
Durban Institute of Technology
Durban01.2002
GCE "O" Level - High School
St Marks High School
Eswatini11.1999
Skills
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Autodesk Revit Structure
- Revit Reinforcement
- Architectural Detailing
- Multi-Discipline Draughting
- Design documentation
- As-builts Documentation
- Redlining
- Project Management
- Project Progress Reporting
- Process Improvement
- Creative Designing
- Computation
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Decisive leadership
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Detailing
- Microsoft Office Suite
References
- Edwin Lillie, Knight Piesold (MSKC), Chief Design Engineer, Lesotho, +27 82323 9443
- Koli Lekhotla, MSKC-FM Associates, Assistant Resident Engineer, Lesotho, +27710454958, koli.lekhotla@mskc-jv.com
Languages
- IsiZulu
- SiSwati
- Sesotho
- English
- IsiZulu
- SiSwati
- Sesotho
Systems
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Auto Desk Revit Structure
- Revit Reinforcement and Detailing
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
CAD TECHNICIAN
FM Associate Consulting Engineers
01.2023 - Current
SNR CIVIL DRAUGHTSMAN
CMC - Africa Austral Construction of Housing Camps LNG Projects
06.2018 - 04.2021
CIVIL DRAUGHTSMAN
CMC - Head Office Tender Department
12.2015 - 06.2018
CIVIL DRAUGHTSMAN
CMC - Construction of Infrastructure for the Eastern Basin of the Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) (TCTA)
05.2015 - 12.2015
CIVIL DRAUGHTSMAN
CMC - Ingula Pumped Storage Scheme- Main Underground Civil Works
11.2007 - 05.2015
ARCHITECTURAL TECHNICIAN
Sesam Architects
06.2007 - 11.2007
CIVIL DRAUGHTSMAN
CMC - Lusip Feeder Canal
09.2005 - 05.2007
Architectural Certificate - Architectural Technology & Building Sciences
Durban Institute of Technology
GCE "O" Level - High School
St Marks High School