Local Interest
builder, who has been with us since we started way back when. Affectionately known as“ Bob the Builder” Bob is not just a builder, he is the driver( on local visits to the sites), qualified builder, procurement officer, construction manager and HR arm of the group.
After 4 weeks- Moving in Day
I spoke with Bob and his English is quite good although he is shy when questioned by Westerners, I believe because he doesn’ t want to misunderstand what is asked and maybe give incorrect information, hence he was always looking at Peter for clarification to my questions, once he was comfortable with me he no longer looked for approval before answering. After speaking with him for some time I found his local knowledge and passion for these projects far more than just monetary, his input is to ensure
“ I not look for expert, I look for young person with good heart that wants to learn and look after their family, then I teach them, they work better and harder”
the vision of the organisation is realised without compromise or unnecessary delays through the political processes. Peter explained the building project from the first shovel hitting the earth to completion is about four( 4) weeks. This includes the house having a functional separate wet area for personal hygiene & washing clothes, food preparation, toilet system( with connected sewage disposal). Bob researches the local communities before the construction process begins and sources local vendors for the materials needed to complete the project, obviously not everything can be procured locally so he uses his many contacts in Vung Tau to complete his list. He then goes on his personnel drive,“ everyone can do everything in Vietnam” he says,“ but sometimes
Furniture starts to arrive
Tiled floors- not mud The MAG Vung Tau 35