Dearme Mwelwa
Lusaka,Zambia
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Summary
Dynamic site manager with proven expertise at HMF CONTRACTOR'S LTD, excelling in safety compliance and team training. Adept at optimizing site operations and enhancing quality assurance, I effectively resolve conflicts and manage personnel, ensuring project success and adherence to timelines. Proficient in AutoCAD drafting, I drive efficiency and collaboration across teams.
Work History
Site manager
HMF CONTRACTOR'S LTD
LUSAKA , Zambia
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Coordinated daily site operations to ensure efficient workflow and task distribution.
- Assisted in maintaining safety standards and compliance across all site activities.
- Supported team members by providing training on equipment and safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported needs for supplies and materials.
- Communicated effectively with staff to address issues and streamline processes.
- Participated in site inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend improvements.
- Collaborated with management to implement best practices for operational efficiency.
- Managed daily operations of the site, including staff and contractors.
- Monitored worksite personnel to maintain high levels of quality and performance.
- Assigned tasks and delegated responsibilities among team members.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner.
Site manager
NESHA DIVERSITY LTD
LUSAKA , Zambia
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Coordinated daily site operations to ensure efficient workflow and task distribution.
- Assisted in maintaining safety standards and compliance across all site activities.
- Supported team members by providing training on equipment and safety protocols.
Land surveyor
KADDOURA CONSTRUCTION LTD
LUSAKA , Zambia
03.2013 - 06.2020
- Prepared detailed survey drawings and reports for various projects.
- Prepared detailed survey reports and documentation for project compliance.
- Collaborated with engineers to ensure accurate site measurements and calculations.
- Conducted land surveys using advanced surveying equipment and software.
- Supported project managers in coordinating survey schedules and resources efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project progress updates or changes in plan design.
- Assisted in establishing elevations for proposed roads or buildings using benchmark data obtained through field observations.
- Operated survey instruments such as total stations, transits, theodolites, levels, and electronic distance measuring devices.
- Inspected construction sites to ensure that all structures are accurately located according to established plans or specifications.
- Completed assessments, measured boundaries and noted landmarks.
Site foremen
NHA/MKP
LUSAKA , Zambia
08.2011 - 02.2013
- Supervised daily site operations ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated workforce scheduling to optimize productivity across multiple projects.
- Conducted quality inspections to uphold construction standards.
- Assisted in daily site operations and maintained safety protocols.
- Coordinated with contractors to ensure project timelines were met.
- Monitored worker compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Conducted site inspections to identify potential hazards and risks.
- Supported project managers in organizing materials and resources effectively.
- Assisted with the development of safety protocols and procedures for site personnel.
- Conducted regular meetings with site personnel to review safety policies and procedures.
- Maintained daily records of work completed onsite, including material used and equipment operated.
- Performed routine inspections of construction sites to identify potential hazards or non-compliance issues.
- Reviewed plans for new constructions projects prior to commencement of work to ensure adherence to safety requirements.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diploma in Structural Engineering And Construction
03.2024 - 10.2025
Associate of Arts - Land Surveying And Architecture
01.2020 - 02.2021
Associate of Science - Construction Management
01.2009 - 08.2012
Associate of Arts - AUTO CAD 2D AND 3D
06.2011 - 07.2011
Skills
- Site operations management
- Safety compliance
- Team training
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Project scheduling
- Client communication
- Conflict resolution
- AutoCAD drafting
- Construction safety
- Team collaboration
- Surveying techniques
- Multitasking and organization
- Personnel management
- Negotiation
- Management
- Heavy labor
- Renovations, building, and demolition
- Identifying building costs
- Site operations
- Subcontractor management
- Procurement management
- Construction management
- Budgeting and cost savings
Languages
English
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Bemba
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Nyanja
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
ALISON - Associate of Applied Science, Diploma in Structural Engineering And Construction
03.2024 - 10.2025
Site manager - HMF CONTRACTOR'S LTD
01.2023 - 12.2025
Site manager - NESHA DIVERSITY LTD
08.2021 - 11.2022
Alison - Associate of Arts, Land Surveying And Architecture
01.2020 - 02.2021
Land surveyor - KADDOURA CONSTRUCTION LTD
03.2013 - 06.2020
Site foremen - NHA/MKP
08.2011 - 02.2013
University of Zambia - Associate of Arts, AUTO CAD 2D AND 3D
06.2011 - 07.2011
Zambia College of The Built Environment - Associate of Science, Construction Management
01.2009 - 08.2012