I am an experienced Senior Project Controls Manager with an MEng in Structural Engineering from Stellenbosch University. I specialise in mine design EPCM, construction management, and delivering complex multi-disciplinary projects across Mining, Commercial, Industrial and Hospitality sectors. I lead the development and management of project controls systems, templates, and financial models, and I am the lead developer for Power BI and Smartsheet platforms used across the group. My career has spanned roles from graduate engineer to executive project management; I focus on aligning stakeholders, managing contracts (FIDIC / NEC / JBCC), and delivering value through innovation and robust software tools. I thrive in challenging environments and enjoy building high-performing teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Lloyd Schwegmann

I am an experienced Senior Project Controls Manager with an MEng in Structural Engineering from Stellenbosch University. I specialise in mine design EPCM, construction management, and delivering complex multi-disciplinary projects across Mining, Commercial, Industrial and Hospitality sectors. I lead the development and management of project controls systems, templates, and financial models, and I am the lead developer for Power BI and Smartsheet platforms used across the group. My career has spanned roles from graduate engineer to executive project management; I focus on aligning stakeholders, managing contracts (FIDIC / NEC / JBCC), and delivering value through innovation and robust software tools. I thrive in challenging environments and enjoy building high-performing teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

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I am an experienced Senior Project Controls Manager with an MEng in Structural Engineering from Stellenbosch University. I specialise in mine design EPCM, construction management, and delivering complex multi-disciplinary projects across Mining, Commercial, Industrial and Hospitality sectors. I lead the development and management of project controls systems, templates, and financial models, and I am the lead developer for Power BI and Smartsheet platforms used across the group.

My career has spanned roles from graduate engineer to executive project management; I focus on aligning stakeholders, managing contracts (FIDIC / NEC / JBCC), and delivering value through innovation and robust software tools. I thrive in challenging environments and enjoy building high-performing teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent

Work Experience

Group Project Controls Manager at Mventech Mining Consultants
October 1, 2025 - Present
Group Project Controls Manager responsible for setting project management systems in Smartsheet and PowerBi for the project portfolio and group. Oversees procurement, document control, scheduling and cost control functions and also manages the commercial and contract functions of projects. Reports directly to the CEO and interfaces with Exco on project controls and reporting.
Project Controls Lead – Projects Office at Tharisa Minerals Mine
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025
Project Controls Lead for the underground expansion project, responsible for integrated project management systems, DFS study input, and investment cost model. Took over financial management of projects and oversees pre-contracts, document control, scheduling and cost control, with reporting to Exco.
Senior Project Manager & Construction Project Manager at Mace Group
October 1, 2022 - Present
Construction project management, cost and schedule management, contract management, contractor and consultant coordination, client reporting, commissioning and project close-out for Data Centre developments (ADC CPT – Data Hall 1.3/5/6; ADC JHB – Data Hall 1.7 & 1.8).
Executive Project Manager at REDEC Services
February 1, 2021 - October 31, 2022
Executive project management for SA and SADEC region projects; planning, coordination, time and cost management for 12 concurrent mining projects; client interfacing and reporting; part of senior management.
Senior Project Manager at ATVANTAGE Project Managers
May 1, 2019 - February 28, 2021
V&A Waterfront – Replacement of CALTEX Fuel Station; Union Castle & Surrounds Upgrades; project planning, design coordination, cost management, cash flow projection, scheduling and project delivery.
Bridge Engineer at SMEC South Africa
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Structures/Bridge engineer for Wingfield Interchange upgrades and multiple SANRAL projects; design and analysis of substructures, piers, decks; client liaison and project planning.
Graduate Engineer at Naidu Consulting (Structures Division)
March 1, 2015 - October 31, 2016
Graduate structural engineer working on bridge and culvert projects; client correspondence, inspection, hydraulic and design reports, 3D modelling, drawings, BOQ and contract related work.
Graduate Engineer at Transnet Freight Rail
February 1, 2014 - March 31, 2015
MMC Corridor – Empangeni depot: maintenance budgeting, asset condition, project leadership for tracking and resource management; LEAN SIX SIGMA involvement.
Graduate Engineer at Transnet Freight Rail
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Sishen Iron Ore Line, Saldanha: vacation training in railway engineering on the MMC corridor project.

Education

BEng Civil at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013
MEng Construction and Engineering Management at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018

Qualifications

ECSA PrEng Registration (in process)
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
SACPCMP (PrCPM) Registration (in process)
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
ISO 9001 Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Smartsheet Solutions Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
CPD Courses in Management and Railway Engineering (6x, Pretoria University)
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics

Experience Level

Expert
Expert

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