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Francois Hugo has a diverse work experience in the engineering and project management field. Francois started their career as an Engineer at the Agricultural Research Council in 1997. Francois then worked as a Site Engineer and Civil Works Manager for Hochtief from 1998 to 2002. Afterwards, they served as a Consulting Engineer and Project Manager at LA Consulting Engineers.
In 2003, Hugo joined Uniterm Design as a Project Engineer until 2008, when they moved to Hochtief (HCJV) as a Site/Project Engineer for a short period. In the same year, they began working at GIBB as a Resident Engineer/Construction Supervisor and later progressed to the role of Senior Project Manager. Hugo was assigned to the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) Phase II - Polihali Dam, where they played a pivotal role in the design and construction supervision of the dam.
Currently, Hugo holds the position of Principal Project Manager and GIBB Lesotho Manager. Francois is responsible for managing the Polihali Dam project, overseeing its design and construction supervision. Throughout their career, they have gained expertise in dams, hydropower, and underground works, particularly in waterways, shafts, tunnels, and other related structures.
Francois Hugo's education history is as follows:
- From 2016 to 2017, they attended the University of Pretoria and earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree in Technology Management.
- In 1996 and 1997, they studied at the University of Pretoria and obtained an Honours of Bachelor of Engineering (BEngHons) degree in Technology Management.
- From 1992 to 1996, they attended the University of Pretoria and completed a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree in Engineering.
- Between 2011 and 2014, they pursued an Honours Bachelor of Science (Hons. B.Sc.) degree in Operations Research at the University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika.
- From 2001 to 2007, they studied Software Engineering and obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree from the University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika.
Additionally, they hold various certifications, including the Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP®) from the Project Management Institute, which they obtained in September 2021, and the Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification, also from the Project Management Institute, which they obtained in March 2018. Francois is also a Professional Engineer (PrEng) certified by the Engineering Council of South Africa and a Senior Member of the South African Institution of Civil Engineering.
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GIBB
GIBB is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm based in South Africa with 67% Black ownership. The firm has a strong African orientation with a wide geographical footprint on the continent. The firm has been operating since 1956 and has proven capabilities in delivering world-class projects of any magnitude. GIBB prides itself on delivering high quality projects underpinned by an independently certified ISO 9001 quality system since 1999. GIBB recognises and appreciates the potential offered by the African continent. Accordingly, GIBB has, over the years, developed an in-depth understanding of the challenges of developing infrastructure in Africa. This has contributed to the firm’s position as the partner of choice for the private sector, state owned enterprises (SOEs) and governments who seek knowledgeable people, with proven experience and the expertise to respond to the numerous infrastructure demands and needs of the continent. Our Experience GIBB has executed various and complex projects across various sectors and engineering disciplines across many African countries. The firm remains committed to achieving excellence in every project, and is proud to be the firm of choice for the continent’s greatest engineers, who are leading experts in their fields. GIBB’s technical expertise is enhanced through our relationships with various global partners. GIBB is conscious of the environment in which it operates in and continuously seeks ways to offer sustainable solutions on its projects. The winning combination of top-talent, in-depth industry knowledge, well-earned reputation for excellence and commitment to timeous, within budget delivery ensures that the client is guaranteed ultimate success of every project.