Construction contract and project management professional with 14 years of experience managing medium-to-high complexity infrastructure projects in Canada and South Africa. Experienced as a Contract Administrator/Contracts Professional across CCDC2 and MMCD contract environments, with strong capability in progress payments, change management, claims/dispute support, and contract closeout. Skilled in coordinating site execution and contract administration for utilities (sewer, water, stormwater, electrical ducts), roads, and bridges, with a civil engineering background and PMP certification. Proficient in schedule and cost control using Microsoft Project, Excel, and project administration tools, with a focus on risk reduction, stakeholder communication, and timely reporting to support owner and contractor performance.

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Construction contract and project management professional with 14 years of experience managing medium-to-high complexity infrastructure projects in Canada and South Africa. Experienced as a Contract Administrator/Contracts Professional across CCDC2 and MMCD contract environments, with strong capability in progress payments, change management, claims/dispute support, and contract closeout. Skilled in coordinating site execution and contract administration for utilities (sewer, water, stormwater, electrical ducts), roads, and bridges, with a civil engineering background and PMP certification. Proficient in schedule and cost control using Microsoft Project, Excel, and project administration tools, with a focus on risk reduction, stakeholder communication, and timely reporting to support owner and contractor performance.

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Construction contract and project management professional with 14 years of experience managing medium-to-high complexity infrastructure projects in Canada and South Africa. Experienced as a Contract Administrator/Contracts Professional across CCDC2 and MMCD contract environments, with strong capability in progress payments, change management, claims/dispute support, and contract closeout.

Skilled in coordinating site execution and contract administration for utilities (sewer, water, stormwater, electrical ducts), roads, and bridges, with a civil engineering background and PMP certification. Proficient in schedule and cost control using Microsoft Project, Excel, and project administration tools, with a focus on risk reduction, stakeholder communication, and timely reporting to support owner and contractor performance.

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Work Experience

Contract Administrator at 14522559 Canada Inc.
March 1, 2023 - Present
Provided contract management services for post-award construction, installation, and design-build contracts. Resolved contractual issues by applying contract management practices to ensure contractors meet obligations. Monitored contract performance and acted timely to minimize risk and maximize performance. Forecasted and reported contract expenditure to ensure financial control and budget requirements were met. Administered contract changes, progress payments, and closeout. Drafted change orders and formal contract letters, including internal justification documents. Coordinated with internal departments to provide contractual guidance for claims and disputes, maintained communication channels with stakeholders, and prepared/maintained a contracts management log identifying changes and potential difficulties.
Contract Administrator and Civil Works Inspector at WSP Canada Inc.
May 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Coordinated and chaired pre-construction site meetings; conducted and chaired weekly meetings with contractors, owners, and stakeholders and distributed meeting minutes. Performed site review visits to confirm work quality and conformance with design drawings and applicable specifications. Prepared inspection reports, reviewed contractor RFIs and shop drawings, and reviewed monthly progress draw submissions issuing payment certificates. Evaluated contractor-supplied costs for fairness/pricing reasonableness. Prepared supplemental instructions, contemplated change orders, and change orders. Reviewed issue construction drawings and project specifications, monitored erosion and sediment control, reviewed test results and CCTV inspections, coordinated with architects/structural/geotechnical engineers, completed deficiency inspections and substantial completion reviews, and applied working knowledge of MMCD and CCDC2 contract/standard specifications; maintained communications with client, s
Civil Works Inspector at VDZ+A Landscaping Architects
June 1, 2021 - April 30, 2022
Performed civil works inspection and contract administration support activities, including review of construction quality against design intent and specifications; coordinated with project stakeholders and contributed to meeting coordination and reporting. Conducted inspections/verification of installed works and supported progress documentation and communication workflows.
Contracts Administrator at Martin and East (Cape Town, South Africa)
October 1, 2017 - April 30, 2018
Supported contract administration responsibilities across construction projects, including coordination with engineers and client stakeholders, change-related documentation, site execution support, and contract follow-up. Also supported measurement/certification and progress reporting activities as required by project contractual frameworks.
Pre-Construction Manager at Martin and East (Cape Town, South Africa)
March 1, 2017 - October 31, 2017
Managed pre-construction activities including municipal permit applications to commence construction, procurement coordination, and early planning for site setup. Requested revised pricing from suppliers/subcontractors, compared tendered prices for analysis, selected subcontractors, placed orders under agreements that included service levels and health & safety requirements, prepared project estimates/cash flow and break-even targets, and developed traffic accommodation and health & safety plans for approved projects.
Contracts Administrator at Martin and East (Cape Town, South Africa)
September 1, 2016 - March 31, 2017
Administered site contract requirements, supported scheduling and coordination with engineering and client teams, and contributed to change-related documentation and progress measurement/certification processes required for payments and approvals.
Site Manager at Martin and East (Cape Town, South Africa)
April 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016
Oversaw site execution and day-to-day construction activities, coordinating labor, plant, materials, and subcontractors. Supported quality of work, progress tracking, and execution alignment with engineering instructions and project requirements.
Assistant Site Manager at Martin and East (Cape Town, South Africa)
April 1, 2015 - November 30, 2016
Assisted site management with coordination of resources and progress tracking; supported inspection activities, scheduling follow-up, and communication between site teams and engineers.
Road Signs Manager at Martin and East (Cape Town, South Africa)
October 1, 2008 - April 30, 2018
Developed and presented a business proposal for efficient temporary road sign use within the organization, including maintenance, refurbishing, and management of the signs department. Identified manpower, materials, and equipment requirements. Procured a Psion48 vinyl cutter and 3M vinyl materials for refurbishing signs. Coordinated staff training for cutting and applying vinyl using associated software. Managed hiring, invoicing, and tracking of road signs across projects and produced monthly performance/cost/wastage reports. Collaborated with site project managers to reduce waste and limit external procurement of new signs.
Contracts Administrator / Quantity Surveyor (combined early-career roles) at Martin and East (Cape Town, South Africa)
December 1, 2007 - December 31, 2015
Served in contracts administration and quantity surveying capacities, including measurement/certification for payment, procurement support, reporting, and contribution to estimating and cost control. Supported tender/bid and contract administration activities across utility services and civil infrastructure projects.
Quantity Surveyor at Martin and East (Cape Town, South Africa)
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Produced quantity surveying and cost estimation support for civil projects; supported measurement and documentation for payment and estimating cycles.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management at University of Stellenbosch
January 1, 2015 - August 24, 2026
Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering (Construction Management) at Cape Peninsula University of Technology
January 1, 2010 - August 24, 2026
Diploma in Surveying at Asmara Technical School
January 1, 2000 - August 24, 2026

Qualifications

Diploma in Civil Engineering
January 1, 2003 - August 24, 2026
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP – PMI)
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026
AScT (ASTTBC)
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026
WHIMS 2015
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026
Introduction to Six Sigma (PMI)
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026
BC Driver’s License Class 5
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Energy & Utilities, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services