BRIAN SILWAMBA
Kitwe,Zambia
Summary
Dynamic Construction Supervisor with over 5 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary civil and structural projects across industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. Expertise in coordinating construction teams, managing site logistics, and enforcing Health and Safety standards ensures timely and budget-compliant project delivery. Strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to fostering teamwork align seamlessly with First Quantum's culture of bold, results-oriented performance, with a proven record of accomplishment in driving efficiency and enhancing project outcomes through strategic planning and effective communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
BUILDING INSPECTOR
MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT | KITWE CITY COUNCIL
01.2021 - Current
- Collaboration and Support: Supervised civil and structural works on multi-disciplinary projects.
- Strengthened Compliance and Safety: Ensured compliance with HSE regulations and quality standards.
- Specification Adherence: Reviewed and interpreted construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
- Resource Management: Assisted in site planning, resource allocation, and cost tracking.
- Enhanced Project Delivery: Contributed to project delivery ahead of schedule while maintaining quality standards.
- Data Management and Reporting: Prepared daily work logs, progress summaries, and material usage records using Microsoft Office and project management templates, improving reporting transparency, documentation traceability, and technical decision-making for supervisory teams.
PROJECT MANAGER
THENGAI ENTERPRISES LTD | NDOLA
06.2025 - 11.2025
- Leadership: Led a team of 10 personnel in civil and structural projects for commercial and heavy civil construction.
- Monitoring and Inspection: Coordinated daily site activities, assigned tasks, and tracked progress using MS Project.
- Safety and Health Compliance: Enforced safety protocols, achieving zero lost time incidents over 4 months.
- Quality Assurance and Control: Implemented quality control procedures, ensuring all work met engineering specifications and finishing standards.
- Material Management, Testing, and Analysis: Managed site logistics, materials, equipment, and workforce to optimize productivity.
- Oversee laboratory and field testing for materials used in construction and operations (e.g., soil, concrete, and geosynthetics).
- Interpret test results and provide technical guidance to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Ensure Cost Management: Assisted in budgeting and cost control, maintaining project expenditures within approved limits.
- Capacity Building: Mentored junior staff, promoting professional development and teamwork.
- Boosted Cross-Functional Collaboration and Conflict Management: Liaised with engineers, quantity surveyors, and planners to resolve site issues efficiently.
Education
BSC - Business and Project Management
The Copperbelt University
12.2027
Diploma - Civil Engineering
The Copperbelt University
12.2020
Grade 12 School Certificate -
Ndeke Secondary School
12.2014
Skills
- ArchCAD
- AutoCAD
- Geovia Surpac
- ArcGIS
- Civil 3D
- Safety & Compliance
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- 3D Modeling
- Mine Design Set-Out
- Reporting
- Reconciliation
- Mine Surveying
- Engineering Surveying
- GNSS
- Total Station
- Data Capture
- Effective Communication
- Collaboration
- Stockpile Volume Computations
- Pit Volume Computations
Personal Information
Title: Civil Engineer | Project Manager
References
Available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Engineering Design & Drafting Competency: Developed a strong command of Autodesk Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite to produce precise civil layouts, detailed design drawings, and professional engineering documentation.
- Advanced Surveying & Geospatial Software Training: Gained hands-on proficiency in Geovia Surpac, ArcGIS, Model Maker, and AutoCAD 2D, enhancing accuracy in pit modeling, volumetric analysis, and mine design applications.
- Survey Instrumentation & Field Techniques: Acquired advanced practical skills in GNSS equipment, rotary laser, total station, and automatic level operation, improving field data accuracy and site layout efficiency.
Certifications And Licensing
- Member, Engineering Registration Board (ERB)
- Member, Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
- Silicosis, Occupational Health and Safety Institute
- Driver's License (Class C1), Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA)
- Passport, Department of National Registration, Passports and Citizenship (DNRPC)
Timeline
PROJECT MANAGER
THENGAI ENTERPRISES LTD | NDOLA
06.2025 - 11.2025
BUILDING INSPECTOR
MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT | KITWE CITY COUNCIL
01.2021 - Current
BSC - Business and Project Management
The Copperbelt University
Diploma - Civil Engineering
The Copperbelt University
Grade 12 School Certificate -
Ndeke Secondary School