I am a Candidate Quantity Surveyor focused on procurement excellence and energy policy in South Africa’s generation sector. My work blends rigorous cost management with systems thinking to improve plant reliability, value for money, and social outcomes. I lead with ubuntu, integrity, and evidence‑based practice. 

Where I am now

• Role: Senior Advisor: Quantity Surveying.

• Focus: Cost estimating, tender evaluation, procurement planning, contract administration, and financial reporting; mentoring junior QS personnel.

Generational context & attitude to work (brief reflection)

• Purpose‑driven, impact‑oriented, and data‑led. Value continuous learning and meaningful public service.

Career Path Options (reflection)

• Upward progression: Senior Advisory → Chief Advisor → Senior Management → Executive leadership.

• Sideways enrichment: Policy, planning, and research roles (utility planning, regulator, international energy bodies).

• Academic/research: Publish applied procurement and reliability work; guest lectures; supervision.

Development themes (next 12–24 months)

• Advanced policy and reliability modelling; quantitative procurement analytics.

• Publication of applied research; broaden international networks (utility, regulator, IGO).

• Leadership depth: coaching, negotiation, stakeholder management.

SMART Goals

• By Dec 2025: Finalise MSc (Energy Policy & Engineering) deliverables and submit publishable paper from project work.

• By Jun 2026: Complete BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying; sit relevant professional assessments; expand mentorship to two junior QSs.

• By 2027: Lead a cross‑functional procurement improvement initiative that measurably enhances value for money and schedule adherence.

• By 2030: Transition into senior management with a portfolio covering strategic procurement and reliability improvement.

• By 2035: Be succession‑ready for executive leadership (organisation‑wide impact; strong governance and people capability).

Target Organisations (Top 5)

1. Eskom (Generation & Group Procurement): Reliability and cost control impact; internal mobility for leadership.

2. Transnet (Port Terminals / Freight Rail): Large‑scale civil and electrical works; logistics reliability and safety.

3. Dept. of Public Enterprises / National Treasury (OCPO): Policy and procurement system improvement for the public sector.

4. IAEA / IRENA (International): Evidence‑based energy policy, nuclear safety culture, renewable integration.

5. Nelson Mandela University / Research Units: Applied research, teaching, and policy‑practice translation.

Role Fit & Rationale (examples)

• Chief Advisor / Senior Manager (Eskom): Leverage QS + policy background for measurable gains in reliability and VFM.

• Strategic Procurement (Transnet/NT): Apply price evaluation, contract management, and risk controls at scale.

• Policy & Planning (IAEA/IRENA): Contribute to standards, training, and capacity building.

Be part of a cosmopolitan business unit that endorses young professionals - one that promotes change, innovation and development. I aspire to serve a business unit that creates an opportunistic environment for all its human resources. I always aim to provide cutting-edge excellence in the workplace and help achieve all business objectives. Supremely, I ought to offer a reliable service to my organisation, support economic development, and foster Ubuntu and corporate social responsibility in our society at large.

Qualifications 

Matric: National Senior Certificate - Mount Currie S.S.S

NQF Level 4

Diploma: Building - Nelson Mandela University

NQF Level 6

Advanced Diploma: Quantity Surveying - Nelson Mandela University

NQF Level 7

Bachelor of Science Honours: Quantity Surveying - Nelson Mandela University

NQF Level 8

Master of Science: Energy Policy and Engineering - Kepco International Nuclear Graduate School

NQF Level 9