Michael T Chiware

• Successfully managed and delivered an average of 8 projects per week within budget through optimized scheduling and resource management.
• Introduced a pre-installation risk review process and a risk based scheduling approach that minimized project delays and logistical oversights.
• Achieved a 20% reduction in post-installation defects and call-backs by implementing standardized quality control checklists and conducting regular site audits.
• Led a team of 12 technicians and collaborated effectively with in house surveyors to consistently improve first time fix rates and ensure that project and client requirement are met.

Key Achievements

• Maintained an average client satisfaction score of 8.5/10 through consistent communication.
• Led the successful implementation of a new job management software that improved operational efficiency.

• Provided support towards the successful delivery to agreed timeframes and client expectations a diversified portfolio of structural steelworks projects completed with 15% cost savings.
• Effectively communicated progress reports and developed strong collaborative relationships with project stakeholders when serving as a point of contact.
• Reduced subcontractor dependency and improved team capability by recruiting, training and retaining skilled personnel.
• Improved site productivity through developing accurate material forecasts, coordinating material deliveries in line with construction schedules and timeously resolving any discrepancies.

Key Achievements

• Identified waste recovery quick wins leading to a 25% increase in waste reuse and recycling.
• Compiled RAMS and championed health and safety initiatives resulting in a 70% decrease in near miss incidents and injury reports.

• Ensured the timely production of high quality, cost effective tender submissions through engaging the supply chain and undertaking subcontractor and supplier quotation analysis.
• Timeously performed accurate cost value reconciliations and introduced contract variation tracking mechanisms to mitigate project losses.
• Assisted in negotiating and finalising subcontractor agreements and improved subcontractor performance tracking.

Key Achievements

• Led the development and implementation of a cost breakdown structure model leading to improved project cost monitoring and reporting resulting in a 90% budget adherence for all projects.
• Sourced materials at competitive rates and extended credit terms contributing towards improved project profitability and cash flows.

• Cultivated positive rapport across organization levels leading to enhanced cross-departmental collaboration.
• Compiled and issued site packs, drawings and compliance documents for site teams and proactively assessed their needs to minimize construction downtime.
• Led the implementation of a project and supply chain database that reduced retrieval time and improved organisational efficiency.
• Effectively onboarded new employees, maintained employee records and prepared monthly payrolls.