Simbarashe Kapfumo

Surveyor

Southland Regional

07.2022 - Current

Spearheaded surveying for the Nyeredzi housing development, a $20M USD project with over 1500 residential stands (500m² avg.), ensuring precise layout and successful delivery.
Directed all site survey operations for 7+ diverse housing developments (3 cluster, 4 major), delivering precise control points and layouts essential for construction.
Integrated detailed utility layouts into project plans, minimizing utility conflicts and rework by 10%.
Supervised complex earthworks, ensuring precise leveling and grading that met stringent design specifications and prevented costly rework.
Conducted comprehensive as-built surveys, verifying construction adherence to designs and promptly resolving discrepancies to maintain project quality.
Optimized cost efficiency and data utilization:
Achieved over 93% estimation accuracy for aggregates and excavated materials using GPS and Total Stations, which significantly reduced material over-ordering and enabled successful claims for unestimated works on Bills of Quantities (BoQ).
Strategically planned peg placement during earthworks, reducing relocation costs by 20% and improving site efficiency.
Managed grade control, ensuring optimal land leveling and slope stability critical for project longevity.
Acquired accurate geospatial data using GPS, GNSS, and Total Stations, providing foundational information for critical project planning and design.
Analyzed and visualized complex survey data using QGIS and AutoCAD, producing detailed maps and reports that facilitated informed decision-making.
Enhanced documentation, compliance, and team leadership:
* Actively participated in daily and weekly project meetings, effectively coordinating survey activities with engineering, construction, and client teams to ensure seamless project progression and resolve site challenges.
Authored and presented comprehensive reports for all completed works and volume calculations, providing clear documentation for project sign-offs and stakeholder approval.
Developed and maintained critical incident and change-over reports for engineering modifications, ensuring accurate record-keeping and clear communication of site changes.
Interpreted complex civil engineering blueprints, guiding survey teams to ensure precise alignment with design plans and project specifications.
Led and mentored teams of up to 5 junior land surveyors, fostering professional growth and enhancing team efficiency.
Coordinated with subcontracted registered surveyors, ensuring 100% adherence to company quality standards and project timelines.
Prepared and presented detailed technical reports, maps, and plans for stakeholders and regulatory bodies, securing timely project approvals.