Michael Thompson

Construction Manager, Freelance Construction Management

I am a Construction Manager in the Gold Mining, Materials Handling and Infrustructure industries. Although my discipline is Electrical, my appointments have been that of Construction Manager with a brief to control the project life cycle. I work within a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment controlling local and expatriate labor as well as sub-contractors. I am also studying Russian. I endeavor to ensure that my personal and business relationship with the client is maintained on a professional basis and although I am flexible and accommodating I never lose sight of the final objective. As mentioned, having worked in the CIS region I have gained the following experience in that region: • I am familiar with the local CIS / Russian standards. • I understand the procedures required. • I understand the Customs regulations. • Am familiar with the people and the culture. • I am familiar with the appointment of sub-contractors. • I enjoy the country.