Resume Construction Manager in Kenya Nakuru

Construction Manager
Handymen - Working specialties
2000 $
Kenya (Nakuru)
19-05-2025
Contact person: Joshua Nyagwencha
Age: 36
Phone number: show
Experience:
Construction Manager, Bukhungu Stadium - Project. Wilkori Building & Civil Engineering Contractors Ltd | March 2020 - To date. Project Cost: KES 2,927,721,198.60 In this role, I am responsible for ensuring that the interests of the Main Contractor are represented by overseeing the planning, coordination and supervision of all aspects of construction, ensuring they are completed on time and within the budget. Key tasks; - • I have achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining rigorous oversight on all construction processes, ensuring full compliance with regulations, and facilitating smooth project delivery. • Monitoring adherence to the program of works by developing daily work schedules, adapting to project needs and ensuring that timelines are met without compromising on quality. • Proficiently read and interpreted architectural and engineering drawings to guide on-site construction activities, Approve construction methods, materials and techniques, ensuring industry best practices. • Conducting regular and ad-hoc site inspections to ensure that the work is aligned with the approved plans, specifications, and relevant regulations, contributing to high-quality standards. • Hiring sub-contractors, closely monitoring the quality of both materials and workmanship, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards, leading to superior project outcomes. • Tracking project progress, addressing delays and issues promptly, and reporting findings to the client, ensuring informed decision-making and timely interventions. • Maintaining detailed and accurate records of site activities, including progress reports, inspection logs, and records of issues encountered, communicating with the client and ensuring transparency and accountability. • Ensuring full compliance with Environmental, Social and Health Impact Assessments (ESHIA) and sustainability policies and legislation, safeguarding worker well-being and contributing to a safe construction environment. • Providing expert advice on the quality and suitability of construction materials, ensuring only the highest standards are used in strict compliance with local building codes, environmental regulations, and permit requirements. • Evaluating construction operations and processes, identifying opportunities for improvement and providing valuable feedback to the project manager to enhance efficiency and reduce delays. • Regularly monitor the construction's adherence to the engineering drawings and specifications, ensuring that all work meet or exceed expectations. • Conducting detailed site assessments, Identify and resolve design discrepancies, providing actionable feedback for planning and scheduling the construction work program, helping to ensure smooth operations. • Delivering detailed reports on all on-site matters, including third-party inspections, safety concerns, and the identification of constraints or delays, contributing to proactive solutions and project success. Consultancy-based Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) - Building Services. DAMA Services Ltd | Oct 2016 - Feb 2020. Provided consultancy-based services for the Kakamega County Teaching and Referral Hospital (KCTRH) Project, valued at: KES 6,126,817,414.15 . I played a pivotal role in ensuring the successful implementation, performance tracking, and evaluation of the project i.e worked closely with key stakeholders to facilitate the collection, analysis, and reporting of data, while also proposing actionable solutions to drive project efficiency and quality outcomes. Key contribution; - • Generated detailed and concise cost reports, identifying bottlenecks, and proposing actionable solutions to enhance project efficiency, contributing to cost control and timely delivery. • Delivered clear and insightful monthly and quarterly project updates, ensuring all stakeholders were well-informed of progress, performance, and upcoming milestones. • Spearheaded comprehensive Monitoring & Evaluation efforts, focusing on outcome-based assessments and impact analysis, while capturing valuable lessons to improve future project implementations. • Successfully aligned work plans and budgets with technical strategies, ensuring optimal resource utilization and reducing inefficiencies. • Guided consultants effectively by conducting precise re-measurements and offering on-site support, ensuring successful execution and adherence to quality standards. • Implemented robust data collection methodologies, enabling real-time monitoring of project performance and informed decision-making processes. • Developed and implemented customized M&E frameworks that aligned with the project’s objectives, ensuring the accurate tracking of progress and impact. • Played an instrumental role in aligning project work plans with technical strategies, leading to reduced inefficiencies and improved resource utilization. • Fostered strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance data collection, improve analysis, and streamline reporting processes, leading to more informed and collaborative project management. • These efforts collectively contributed to the overall success and efficiency of the KCTRH project, driving both timely delivery and quality outcomes. Quantity Surveyor/Project administrator, Building Services. Hydro Build Limited | January 2016 - October 2017. Key Projects : Proposed Airmarc Hotel at JKIA: Cost KES 990,605,737.00 , Proposed Mageta No. 20 Development Lavington: Cost KES 108,000,000.00 , Proposed Infrastructure Development at Laikipia Airbase (East) Kenya for BATUK: Cost: £. 25,000,000.00. I was tasked with construction management, cost control, materials procurement and technical documentation for the above large-scale projects, contributing to their timely delivery. Key contributions : • Developed and managed cost estimates for building services projects, ensuring accuracy and budget adherence. • Conducted thorough site assessments and measurements, leading to precise and reliable cost projections. • Effectively managed plumbing, drainage, and firefighting systems, ensuring all installations met strict project plans, specifications, and relevant standards. • Produced comprehensive technical documentation such as shop drawings, as-built records, valuations, and variations, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date records throughout the project lifecycle. • Reviewed plans and specifications during all project phases, ensuring that all dimensions and conditions were accurate and met the client’s requirements. Oversaw quality control on-site to maintain the highest construction standards. • Conducted thorough cost analysis, tracked project budgets, and provided regular financial reports to ensure the projects stayed within budget and met profitability targets. • Managed procurement processes, optimized supplier relationships, and ensured the timely and cost-effective delivery of materials, contributing to overall project success. • Effectively communicated project progress, concerns, and issues with the consultant team, stakeholders, and contractors, ensuring seamless information flow and collaborative problem-solving. • Supervised the on-site construction management process and activities, ensuring strict adherence to quality standards and safety protocols across all phases of construction. Assistant Construction Manager, Building & Construction. Wood Bridge Group | May - Dec 2014. Key Projects: Proposed Petersberg Luxury Resort Repair, rehabilitation and maintenance of 4 No. Roads in Kisii and Nyamira County Governments & Construction of walkways/Footpaths Repair, and Renovation and maintenance of drainage systems within Kisii town. I assisted the Project Manager in managing Projects worth over 5 billion shillings, delivering high-quality outcomes within set timelines and budgets. Performance milestones ; • Oversaw all onsite constructions Effectively managed construction projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to good construction standards and quality control. • Pro-actively generated a schedule of rates on each construction item and develop a procurement plan including negotiations with contractors to achieve the project budget cost within the business case. • Utilized Microsoft Excel to prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and tender documents. • Supervised construction activities, guaranteeing compliance with design specifications and safety regulations. • Streamlined site operations and efficiently mobilized equipment for optimized project workflow. • Managed human resources, including staffing, training, and performance evaluations, to maximize team productivity. • Implemented sustainable construction practices, minimizing environmental impact and promoting green building initiatives. • Monitored site safety, ensured a safe work site and compliance with the occupational Health and Safety standards are enforced.
Education:
• Bachelor of Construction Management, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, May 2009 - Nov 2013 • Certificate in MS Office, Primavera P6, Advanced Excel, Power BI, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (A- Minus), Nairobi School. 2004 – 2007
Skills:
• Experienced in driving innovative solutions and implementing sustainable construction practices to meet the evolving demands of the industry • Overseeing all phases of the construction life cycle, from initiation and pre-construction to procurement, construction, and post-construction • Adept at fostering strong relationships and coordinating effectively with architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure seamless communication and project execution. • In-depth expertise in cost control, budgeting, and expense optimization. Utilizes rigorous M&E processes to track project progress, monitor expenditures, and ensure that financial objectives are met without compromising on quality. • Highly skilled at interpreting and translating engineering designs and architectural drawings into actionable project plans. • Costing and Estimation (Bill of Quantities): Expert in precise costing, estimation, and creating accurate Bills of Quantities. • Proficient in Computer Aided Design (ArchiCAD/AutoCAD);programming/Scheduling (MS Office/Primavera P6) and Quantity surveying (Production of BoQs). • Strong working knowledge of project management methodologies, including Prince II and PMP. Adept at applying these frameworks to streamline processes, enhance team productivity, and drive continuous improvement in project delivery. • Deep understanding of construction principles, practices, technologies, building codes, and regulations. • Capable of leading cross-functional teams and providing mentorship to junior staff and construction teams.
Language skills:
English
Additionally:
Project portfolio: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iSTsPw_delFdoPmwY3cT2pTMfRxY_Dzx/view?usp=drive_link
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