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Brian Tapiwa Musima

Engineering Projects Manager
13790 Madokero Estate, Harare,Zimbabwe

Summary

With 7+ years of experience as a construction project manager and civil/structural engineer at TODEF Consulting Engineers (Pvt) Ltd, a civil engineering consultancy firm, I deliver projects on time, prioritizing cost and quality. Expertise in design and construction management of urban and civil infrastructure systems, including concrete and steel works, roads, stormwater drainage, and water & wastewater supply. Strong background in design review, tendering and adjudication, procurement, construction supervision, site management, and project management in the real estate sector. Thrive on challenging projects requiring innovative solutions. Open to learning from peers to enhance project/engineering skills while adhering to organization's rules, regulations, and codes of conduct for exceptional performance in achieving goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
23
23
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Engineering Projects Manager

Todef Consulting Engineers
01.2021 - Current
  • Provided technical leadership for company to effectively steer strategic plans and future projects.
  • Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements as per Zimbabwean Manuals and Codes
  • Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs on current and potential projects portfolios.
  • Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Established clear goals for the technical engineering team of 9 people , aligning individual tasks with broader organizational objectives.

Civils Design Engineer

Todef Consulting Engineers
05.2023 - 06.2024

Zimplats 35MWAC Solar 100Hac. Project:

  • Estimated Project Value: USD20 mil
  • Managing subcontractors on Engineering Topographical , Geotechnical and Hydrology surveys for chosen site at Selous, Zimplats
  • Managing Civils' design workflows
  • Supervision of Civils Contractor on workmanship and adherence to design specifications
  • Implemented quality control measures during all stages of design development to ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional growth.
  • Developed detailed technical reports that accurately documented project specifications, calculations, and recommendations.
  • Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and specifications.

Project Civils Engineer

Todef Consulting Engineers
11.2023 - 11.2024


  • Site inspections and instructions to the contractor’s site engineer to ensure adherence to quality and project timelines
  • Ensuring all Safety and Health requirements are observed onsite by the Contractors and other visiting stakeholders
  • Follow up on all project documents regarding the quality of workmanship and materials and accountability of materials used and requested onsite by the contractor
  • Site meetings with stakeholders to ensure the project stays in line in terms of quality and timeline requirements
  • Checking and Approval of Interim payment certificates (IPCs) from the Contractor and recommendations to the Client for payments
  • Compiling all project documents, drawings, materials tests, soil reports etc towards liaising with the City of Harare (CoH) council’s Engineers for official site inspections to ensure that certificate of compliance is granted to the satisfaction of the CoH director of Works
  • Lot 14 Greencroft Township along Lomangundi
  • Estimated Project Value: USD19 mil.


Graduate Engineer

Todef Consulting Engineers
Harare, Harare
09.2017 - 12.2020
  • Roads & stormwater Drainage Designs
  • Water Reticulation Design & Supervision
  • Sewer Reticulation Design & Supervision
  • Drafting and Feasibility Studies on Potential Projects
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality work standards.
  • Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet Harare City council standards.
  • Enhanced design processes through the incorporation of advanced software tools, resulting in higher quality projects.

Education

Master of Science - Construction Project Management

National University of Science & Technology (NUST), Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
05.2022 - Current

MBA - Management

University of Zimbabwe (UZ), Harare, Zimbabwe
05.2020 - 08.2022

GPA: Merit

  • Dissertation: The Impact of Risk management Strategies on Performance of Construction Firms in Zimbabwe.

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Zimbabwe (UZ), Harare, Zimbabwe
05.2012 - 06.2016

GPA: 2.1

  • Degree Awarded with [Honors]

GCE Advanced Level - 3 Cambridge GCE Advanced Level Passes (2010)

St. Francis Xavier’s Kutama College (Marist), Zvimba, Zimbabwe
04.2001 - 11.2010

GCE Ordinary Level - Mathematics, Sciences And English Language

Rusununguko High School, Bromely, Marondera
01.2005 - 11.2008

Skills

General Management

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Career Overview

ENGINEERING PROJECTS MANAGER, 7, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Design and Construction Management, Team Leadership, Analytical Skills

I D Number

63-1490868 R42

Personal Information

  • Age: 33
  • Passport Number: FN429717
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Zimbabwean

Accomplishments

    1. Project: National Building Society (NBS) Roads and Stormwater drainage Project for 625 high-density residential Houses (May 2018 – September 2023)

    Address: 140 Gillingham, Dzivarasekwa Extension, Harare

    Estimated Project Value: USD5,850,000.00

    Project Sponsor/Client: NSSA Pension Fund (National Building Society)

    Responsibility: Project Engineer

    2. Project: GreenCroft Life Style Shopping Mall (7,105sqm) (November 2023 to Present)

    Address: Lot 14 Greencroft Township along Lomangundi

    Estimated Project Value: USD19 mil.

    Project Sponsor/Client: Amalgamated Sales (Pvt) Ltd

    Project Manager: Felymas Consultants International

    Responsibility: Project Civils Consulting Engineer

    3. Project: Zimplats 33 MWAC 100 hectares Solar Farm/Plant: Road & Solar Farm Stormwater Drainage Project (Design April 2023-Sept & Construction Supervision August 2023 to Nov 2024)

    Address: Selous

    Estimated Project Value: USD20 mil.

    Project Sponsor/Client: Zimplats (Member of Implats group of Mines)

    Responsibility: Project Civils Manager

    4. Project: Thuli Petroleum fuel filling station and service shops in Highfields (along Willowvale road) on stand 110239 of stand 5605 Highfield Estate (June 2021-Feb 2022)

    Estimated Project Value: USD1,200,000.00

    Project Sponsor: Thuli Petroleum

Affiliations

1. Zimbabwe Institution of Engineers(ZIE)

Corporate Member (ZIE No.197728)

2. Engineering Council of Zimbabwe (ECZ)

Professional Engineer (ECZ No. 151059)

Additional Information

Engineering Research Papers:

1. Journal of Applied Water Engineering & Research: Exploring the feasibility of Dual media filtration at Morton Jaffray water works (Harare, Zimbabwe)., Published Date: 29 March 2023

With Co-authors: Pr Eng Z. Hoko and Eng. C. Mapanzauswa

URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/23249676.2023.2191348

2. International Water Association: Pilot studies for the application of Triple media filtration at Morton Jaffray Water Works, Harare, Zimbabwe. Published Date: 23 April 2024

With Co-authors: Eng Z. Hoko and Eng. C.Mapenzauswa

URL: https://doi.org/10.2166/ws.2024.086

3. Software Skills: Proficient in AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3D, Revit , StaadPro, GeoSlope, QGIS, Tekla Structures, Prokon, Microsoft Excel, MS Project, Primavera, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Outlook

Driver’s Licence: Clean class 4 Drivers licence (Zimbabwe)


Certification

Professional Engineer

Interests

Soccer

Rugby

Cricket

Timeline

Professional Engineer

02-2025
Project Civils Engineer - Todef Consulting Engineers
11.2023 - 11.2024
Civils Design Engineer - Todef Consulting Engineers
05.2023 - 06.2024
National University of Science & Technology (NUST) - Master of Science, Construction Project Management
05.2022 - Current
Engineering Projects Manager - Todef Consulting Engineers
01.2021 - Current
University of Zimbabwe (UZ) - MBA, Management
05.2020 - 08.2022
Graduate Engineer - Todef Consulting Engineers
09.2017 - 12.2020
University of Zimbabwe (UZ) - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
05.2012 - 06.2016
Rusununguko High School - GCE Ordinary Level, Mathematics, Sciences And English Language
01.2005 - 11.2008
St. Francis Xavier’s Kutama College (Marist) - GCE Advanced Level, 3 Cambridge GCE Advanced Level Passes (2010)
04.2001 - 11.2010

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