Narciso Sebastião António Xavier

Results-driven professional with over 24 years of experience managing construction projects and real estate operations in Mozambique. Collaborated with top companies like NedBank, BCI, ProCredit Bank, Consultec, and Centra, overseeing asset management, procurement processes, project management, and property maintenance. Skilled in all project phases, from technical specialties coordination to construction supervision of schools, hospitals, and bank branches. Committed to operational excellence through strict quality control and financial optimization strategies. Demonstrated expertise in material control, financial management, and technical site solutions with a reputation for leadership, critical thinking, and a results-oriented approach.

• Director of Logistics and Assets Department, NedBank Mozambique, Maputo, Maputo, 01/01/20, 12/31/23, Developed cost-control and operational efficiency strategies for the Logistics and Assets Department., Implemented a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring efficient budget control., Negotiated and managed outsourcing contracts (e.g., telecom services with Vodacom, Tmcel, Movitel)., Oversaw lease agreements, ensuring alignment with bank policies., Managed procurement of goods and services to support banking operations., Monitored market trends and adopted best practices in banking-related procurement., Developed and managed budgets in line with business needs., Enhanced employee performance through structured methodologies and motivation programs., Analyzed documents and prepared proposals for the Executive Committee., Coordinated cross-departmental projects within the bank., Managed inventory and maintenance of the bank’s assets, including new branch openings., Supervised the handling and sale of recovered assets., Established policies and procedures for logistics and asset management.
• Director of the Works and Maintenance Office, BCI - Banco Comercial de Investimento, Maputo, Maputo, 01/01/10, 12/31/20, Led a team responsible for designing and managing over 150 bank branch projects., Supervised contractor hiring processes., Managed a technical team overseeing maintenance for 200+ bank branches., Ensured alignment with the bank’s institutional image and specifications., Controlled procurement processes for construction projects., Implemented cost-reduction solutions for energy, water, and operational expenses., Monitored project timelines and budgets to ensure compliance., Enforced quality and safety standards on construction sites., Analyzed supplier proposals and ensured optimal contractor selection., Provided technical reports for senior management., Introduced innovative solutions to optimize costs and processes.
• Project and Supervision Manager, Banco ProCredit, Maputo, Maputo, 01/01/07, 12/31/10, Managed the design, procurement, and execution of bank branch construction projects., Supervised contractors and ensured compliance with deadlines and budgets., Oversaw procurement processes and contract negotiations., Ensured quality and safety standards on construction sites., Led multidisciplinary teams and coordinated cross-functional collaboration., Evaluated supplier proposals and provided recommendations., Delivered project reports to senior management.
• Project and Supervision Manager, CENTRA - Mozambican Service Company, Maputo, Maputo, 01/01/05, 12/31/07, Managed the construction of schools for disabled students in Bilene and Chidzolomondo., Led the project for Quissico District Hospital., Coordinated rehabilitation projects for secondary schools in Niassa Province., Managed the construction of Marrupa Rural Hospital., Served as deputy coordinator for the Central Library at Eduardo Mondlane University., Oversaw the Social Center project at Eduardo Mondlane University., Led the design and supervision of the Higher Polytechnic Institute in Tete., Managed technical and financial proposals for public and private tenders.
• Project and Supervision Manager, CONSULTEC - Consultores Associados Lda, Maputo, Maputo, 01/01/98, 12/31/05, Led the design and supervision of the Morrumbala and Alto-Molocué Teacher Training Centers., Managed the resettlement project for Domela communities affected by the Quellmane water supply network., Designed infrastructure expropriation plans for National Road N1 (Maputo Province)., Developed execution plans for the Provincial Directorate of Education in Cabo Delgado., Supervised the renovation of PetroAuto facilities., Designed Cahora Bassa Hydroelectric Substation General Workshops., Contributed to urban redevelopment projects in Maputo., Reviewed and supervised the construction of the Maometana Community School.

• Member of OARQ (Mozambique Architects’ Association), No. 172
• MOPH (Ministry of Public Works and Housing) Certificate, No. 1754/A
• Valid driver’s license