Summary
Overview
Skills
Work History
Education
Affiliations
Interests
Work Preference
Accomplishments
Interests
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ALEX WAITITU

ALEX WAITITU

Civil Engineer
Nairobi,Kiambu

Summary

Graduate Civil Engineer | Final year B.SC Civil engineering student from the University of Nairobi. I come equipped with experience in Construction Engineering and hands-on project management experience of at least two years on numerous site projects. I'm enthusiastic about contributing to innovative and sustainable construction projects, where I can apply my knowledge and drive to create lasting facilities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Skills

  • Research and report writing
  • Construction Management
  • Structural Analysis
  • Woodworking and Timber design
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Cost-estimation
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Google Office (Docs, Sheets)
  • Cloud computing (OneDrive, Google Drive)

Work History

Construction Engineering Intern

Mell Court Limited
NAIROBI, Nairobi
02.2023 - Current
  • Inspect materials, workmanship, and construction activities to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
  • Assist in implementing and monitoring safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel on-site
  • Manage and organize project documents such as drawings, schedules, and correspondence
  • Collaborate with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth workflow and delivery of materials and services
  • Track and report on the progress of construction activities against the project schedule through management software such as Monday.com
  • Assist in the collection and testing of construction materials to ensure specific performance criteria are met
  • Provide technical support to construction teams on-site, troubleshooting issues, and proposing solutions to challenges encountered during construction.

Structural Engineering Intern

State Department of Public Works
NAIROBI, Nairobi
07.2022 - 02.2023

• Supported senior county engineer in performing structural analysis and calculations for various building components and systems.
• Prepared Bills of Quantities and Cost Estimates for civil projects.
• Assisted in the preparation of detailed structural drawings using software such as AutoCAD and Revit.
• Evaluated specifications for facilities design to determine compliance with local building codes and standards.
• Visited various project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
• Organized and maintained project documentation, including drawings, schedules and reports.
• Assisted in responding to RFIs (Requests for Information) and providing technical support during construction.
• Participated in training sessions and seminars to enhance technical skills and knowledge in structural engineering practices.
• Interpreted technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.

Assistant Wood Shop Manager

Milele Timber & Hardware
NAIROBI, Nairobi
01.2016 - 10.2022
  • Oversaw the procurement, storage, and inventory control of timber as per customer demands and business forecasts
  • Implemented quality control measures to inspect incoming timber stock for defects, ensuring adherence to industry standards
  • Interacted with customers to understand their timber needs, providing product recommendations, and addressing any inquiries or concerns
  • Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records
  • Identified areas for business improvements and utilized client feedback to drive developments
  • Attained a commendable 200% sales growth in just under one year
  • Set up and safely operated woodworking equipment, jointers, routers, table saws and belt sanders
  • Planned workflow and material usage to provide efficient time management and access to materials
  • Ensured compliance with environmental regulations related to timber processing and storage, implementing measures for waste management

Civil Engineering Intern

State Department of Public Works
NAIROBI, Nairobi
06.2021 - 08.2021

• Accompanied senior technical staff for on-site inspections during construction, learning how to communicate design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers.
• Provided technical documents to plan work and address concerns for ongoing projects.
• Introduced to standard office procedures.
• Read and interpreted Architectural/Civil Engineering drawings.
• Prepared Civil and Structural Engineering drawings in AutoCAD.
• Prepared Bills of Quantities and Cost Estimates for Civil Engineering projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering Candidate

University of Nairobi
Nairobi
09.2017 - Current

Theology & Counselling

Presbyterian Church of East Africa
Nairobi
01.2023 - 12.2023

Certified AutoCAD Drafter - undefined

Bell
2019-09

Affiliations

  • Institution of Civil Engineers

Interests

Woodworking Hydraulic systems DIYs and Paper Crafts CNC Programming Aquariums and aqua scaping

Work Preference

Work Type

Internship

Work Location

On-SiteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programs

Accomplishments

• Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets that assisted in bookkeeping at the wood shop.

• Led a team of 11 craftsmen at a local wood shop and within 4 years had tripled sales and developed a credible reputation in the community.

• Successfully served as the youth treasurer [5 years] at the local church.

• Collaborated with a team of Engineers and Architects in the development of a flagship state project, Kinanie Leather Industrial Park, Kenya.

• Conducted a ground-breaking research project in my fourth academic year on glue-laminated timber performance in Kenya.

Interests

µ Woodworking.

µ Hydraulic systems.

µ DIYs and Paper Crafts.

µ CNC Programming.

µ Aquariums and aqua scaping.

Timeline

Construction Engineering Intern

Mell Court Limited
02.2023 - Current

Theology & Counselling

Presbyterian Church of East Africa
01.2023 - 12.2023

Structural Engineering Intern

State Department of Public Works
07.2022 - 02.2023

Civil Engineering Intern

State Department of Public Works
06.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering Candidate

University of Nairobi
09.2017 - Current

Assistant Wood Shop Manager

Milele Timber & Hardware
01.2016 - 10.2022

Certified AutoCAD Drafter - undefined

Bell
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