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Morne O. — Senior Project Manager from South Africa

Morne O.

Senior Project Manager

South Africa Less than 1 year
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Morne O. is a seasoned professional with 25+ years of experience in cabling, project management, and general maintenance. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated expertise in roles such as Project Manager at L&E Infrastructure Solutions and Project Coordinator at Nextec, focusing on delivering projects on time and within budget in the infrastructure sector. His proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word, complements his role in overseeing complex projects, managing sub-contractors, and ensuring adherence to industry specifications. With an ability to communicate effectively in both English and Afrikaans, Morne has facilitated client meetings and created structured project plans using Microsoft Project. His administrative skills were honed as an Admin Assistant at EVO Group, where he managed client details and coordinated with financial institutions. Morne's extensive background includes leading cabling installations across multiple sectors and projects, such as national cabling services and infrastructure projects for gold mines. This all-rounded experience positions him as a dedicated and efficient contributor to any organization.

Experience

  • Project Manager

    L&E Infrastructure Solutions (LEIS) · 2023 — 2026
    Oversaw project management for active projects, coordinated daily operations for new installations, and assisted in project planning. Provided support to the Accounts Manager regarding project quotes and managed stock allocation for projects. Sourced quotes from subcontractors, ensured timely completion of work, and verified that all work met industry and client specifications. Created project plans using Microsoft Project and monitored compliance with project timelines. Processed subcontractor invoices in alignment with quotes and conducted regular client meetings on project status and maintenance.

  • Admin Assistant

    EVO Group · 2021 — 2024
    Captured new client details and maintained communication with banking contacts to facilitate ongoing deals. Coordinated with attorneys post-deal closure.

  • Project Co-ordinator

    Nextec (EOH) · 2017 — 2020
    Managed project operations across Pepkor sites nationwide, focusing on daily installation activities and assisting in project planning from inception. Collaborated with the Accounts Manager on quotes and oversaw stock distribution for project needs. Obtained quotes from subcontractors and monitored their compliance with deadlines. Inspected completed work against industry and client standards, prepared project plans with Microsoft Project, and ensured adherence to project timelines. Processed subcontractor invoices for administrative submission and facilitated client meetings for project updates and maintenance.

  • Field Technician

    Infracomm Technologies · 2011 — 2016
    Executed general cabling maintenance, troubleshot issues with routers and IP phones, and set up new equipment. Managed projects across various sites and handled administration and invoicing for completed jobs. Engaged with clients regarding faulty equipment and downed sites while working as a self-employed contractor.

  • Team Leader

    Core Infrastructure Solutions · 2008 — 2011
    Managed large-scale cabling installations involving over 1000 data points. Oversaw project management for various installations, conducted stock taking, and performed general store duties. Coordinated site meetings and liaised with clients, while also maintaining and troubleshooting faulty cabling. Contributed to the infrastructure cabling and back-bone fibre optic network for a gold mine in Ghana.

  • Team Leader

    National Cabling Services · 2003 — 2008
    Led major cabling installations encompassing over 1000 data points. Conducted stock management and participated in general store operations. Facilitated site meetings and engaged with clients while maintaining and troubleshooting faulty cabling. Undertook a large-scale revamp of in-house Telkom infrastructure across the nation.

  • Word Puzzle Creator

    Media 24 · 2006 — Present
    Designated to create word search puzzles for the Saturday editions of 'Beeld' and 'Die Burger'.

  • Team Leader

    CableCom · 1999 — 2003
    Directed substantial cabling installations with a focus on over 1000 data points. Managed stock taking and performed various store duties. Held site meetings and liaised with clients, while also handling maintenance and troubleshooting of faulty cabling. Progressed from Cable Installer to Team Leader during tenure.

  • Driver

    Nizza Foods · 1998 — 1999
    Served as a long-distance delivery driver, managed client orders, and handled invoicing as well as payment collections. Responsible for loading and unloading perishable stock.

  • General

    Cape Town · 1995 — 1997
    Engaged in sports field maintenance and landscaping, served as a security officer, and pursued various roles including advertising sales and insurance sales.

  • National Defence Force

    Upington & Cape Town · 1993 — 1995
    Performed as an admin clerk, provided security at the castle entrance, served as a tour guide, managed switchboard operations, maintained correspondence, and worked as a signaller.

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