career

My career reflects my passion for leadership, innovation, and sustainability. With a background in Civil Engineering and advanced degrees including an MBA in Business Administration, an MSc in Management, and an MA in E-commerce, I have built a unique combination of technical expertise and business acumen.

My professional journey began in the construction sector at NAMECO, where I served as Technical Director and was jointly responsible for several of Suriname’s largest infrastructure projects, ranging from bridge construction to industrial facility developments. Later, I transitioned to the insurance sector at FATUM, where I grew from Manager of General Affairs to Deputy Director, sharing responsibility for the Sales, Business Development, and Marketing departments. In this role, I focus on developing commercial strategies, strengthening customer relationships, and overseeing large-scale projects and initiatives.

Throughout my career, I have maintained a constant drive to grow, innovate, and add value to the organizations I work for, bridging the gap between technical complexity and business objectives.

At FATUM, I experienced remarkable growth, advancing from Manager of General Affairs to Deputy Director of Commerce. My time at FATUM was marked by developing and executing commercial strategies, strengthening customer relationships, and overseeing large-scale construction and renovation projects. I was responsible for drafting policies for the Sales & Relations, Marketing & Business Development, and General Affairs departments. Additionally, I led various construction projects, including the development of a 7,500 m² office building and the renovation of multiple FATUM branches. My role at FATUM not only taught me how to lead effectively but also how to achieve sustainable growth in a dynamic business environment. 

Period: April 2022 – Present
Role: Deputy Director of Commerce

• Primarily responsible for writing and executing policies for the departments of Sales & Relations, Marketing & Business Development, and General Affairs.

• Key Responsibilities:

• • Commercial management.

• • Business development.

• • Relation management.

• • Account management.

• • Risk assessment.

• • Insurance agents.

• • Branches.

• • Marketing.

• • Facilities and security.

• • Maintenance.

Period: January 2020 – March 2022
Role: Manager of Sales & Relations

• Primarily responsible for writing and executing policies for the Sales & Relations department.

• Key Responsibilities:

• • Business development.

• • Relation management.

• • Commercial and facultative insurances.

• • Inspection of building quality for insured properties.

• • Taxation.

Period: June 2016 – March 2022
Role: Manager of General Affairs

• Primarily responsible for writing and executing policies for the General Affairs department.

• Key Responsibilities:

• • Expedition works.

• • Management and maintenance of company vehicles.

• • Security.

• • Office stocks and archives.

• • Coordinated various construction projects, including:

• • • Office building at Mr. J. Lachmonstraat (7,500 m² floor area).

    • Shopping mall at the corner of M.L. Kingweg/Pt. P. Tewarieweg (2,550 m² floor area).

    • Shopping and office mall at J. Gompertsstraat.

    • Office building (branch office FATUM) at Oost West Verbinding (Meerzorg).

    • Renovation of the FATUM branch office in Nickerie (2017).

    • Apartment building at Tuberroosstraat (4,000 m² floor area).

    • Building and renovation of various houses.

• • Coordinated general maintenance of all FATUM buildings, including:

• • • Head office at Noorderkerkstraat.

    • Branch offices in Kwatta, Nickerie, and Meerzorg.

    • The Hermitage Mall.

    • Various office buildings in Paramaribo.

My career at NAMECO was a valuable period during which I further developed my technical expertise and project management skills. I started as a Supervisor and grew into the role of Director of Engineering & Execution, where I was responsible for overseeing complex infrastructure projects. Some of the most challenging projects I worked on included the construction of the Saron Bridge over the Saramacca Channel and the foundation works for the new Manglie Rice Drying Factory. At NAMECO, I learned how to lead multidisciplinary teams, deliver projects on time and within budget, and turn technical challenges into successful outcomes. This experience laid the foundation for my later career in leadership and strategic management.

Period: November 2014 – May 2016
Role: Director of Engineering & Execution

• Managed all engineering and execution works for various projects.

• Primarily responsible for tendering and quotation works.

• Key Projects:

• • Foundation works for the new Mangila Rice drying factory (concrete pile foundation works).

Period: January 2012 – November 2014
Role: Project Manager

• Monitored and supervised all levels of project execution.

• Key Projects:

• • Renovation of the MAS-jetty (steel conservation works).

• • Foundation works for the new Mangila Rice drying factory (concrete pile foundation works).

• • Construction of a concrete bridge at the Tawajaricreek (pile foundation and concrete works).

• • Construction of the Saron Bridge over the Saramacca channel (screw pile foundations, steel truss erection, concrete works, asphalt, and revetment works).

• • Construction of a wooden jetty for the VCC Nieuw Amsterdam.

Period: October 2010 – January 2012
Role: Assistant Project Manager

• Assisted the Project Manager in monitoring and supervising project execution.

• Key Projects:

• • Construction of the Saron Bridge over the Saramacca channel (screw pile foundations, steel truss erection, concrete works, asphalt, and revetment works).

• • Construction of concrete bridges at Clarasluis, Bettycreek, and Santo Polder (pile foundation and concrete works).

Period: September 2009 – October 2010
Role: Supervisor

• Supervised various construction projects.

• Key Projects:

• • Construction of a concrete bridge at the Invejaweg (pile foundation and concrete works).

• • Construction of a bailey bridge at the VCC Nieuw Amsterdam (pile foundation, concrete works, steel erection, and construction).

• • Construction of an abutment supporting structure for the bridge at Van ’t Hogerhuysstraat (pile foundation, concrete works, and steel construction).