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Antony Nyagwala

Survey,Planning And Design Engineer
Nairobi,Central

Summary

Enthusiastic Survey,Planning Engineer eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of General Survey, and GIS Analysis and training in Planning,Surveying,Designing.

Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Engineering field. Competent technician bringing years of experience solving engineering problems, data analysis,telecommunication and other systems. Expert at equipment configuration and troubleshooting. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic.

Tech-savvy Manager versed in all aspects of project management from inception to completion. Excels in recruiting and talent acquisition, as well as process reengineering and improvement. Track record of on-time rollouts that met all project milestones and surpassed quality expectations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Project Manager

Megawatt Power and Telecommunications limited
Nairobi , Nairobi
04.2021 - Current
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
  • Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
  • Oversaw high profile projects for by planning, designing, and scheduling phases.
  • Estimated expected changes in business operations and made proactive adjustments to employee schedules and inventory levels to address needs.
  • Performed customer needs assessments and coordinated resolutions with supply chain and quality teams.
  • Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
  • Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
  • Tracked structural cabling project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
  • Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance

Freelance GIS Specialist

Mwea Irrigation Scheme
Mwea , Mwea
01.2020 - Current
  • Analyze information and data from maps, photographs, and censuses, drawing conclusions from their analyses of different sets of data
  • Performed research, manipulate digital images, and create reports.
  • Choose appropriate data, methods, and scale of analysis for each project.
  • To communicate effectively with coworkers and present their research to team members
  • Write reports and articles detailing findings from research and proposals for research funding for future projects.
  • Worked closely with to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

Network Auditor,Fiber Optics

Safaricom PLC
Nairobi, Nairobi
07.2020 - 03.2021

Safaricom PLC am responsible of:

  • FTTH Design Interpretation:

With Safaricom PLC am tasked with interpreting designs presented from various companies which include;

1. Follow in details cable sizes and distances Spanning from Cabinet.

2. Confirm location of crucial assets with accurate Coordinates.

3. Identify routes followed on actual Site.

4. Check for any changes that might not be recorded on designs.

5. Follow in to details Spicing diagrams with connections done onsite if it match with As built designs offered.

6. Confirm cabinet sizes, Connected clients free ports,OLT serving site together with their port numbers, confirming order and correctly labeling.

  • Training of team: Offer onsite training to any team member that is in need of assistance regarding general architecture of FTTx together with audit requirements .
  • Ensures compliance: With established control procedures to examine FIBER Designs and AS BUILT Documents together with other records and reports then interpret and tally with what is implemented on actual ground as per company standards.
  • Conduct Onsite quality Audit: Conduct quality checks of implemented work that is done. That is Making sure all manholes are maintained in perfect conditions, Poles are upright and right sizes, Cable sag,Cabinets are well labeled and in perfect condition.
  • Upload data to Safaricom Data Sheets: All Site findings are recorded then uploaded to Safaricom data for record keeping and assessments.
  • Report Preparation: Prepare reports to communicate onsite outcomes and quality activities.
  • Team Management: Devise team sampling procedures and directions for recording and reporting quality data.
  • Clients Response: Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues with regards to company standards.
  • Complied with client (Safaricom), state and local requirements.
  • Determined effectiveness of current control structures.
  • Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
  • Collaborated with Fiber Contractors to achieve perfectly Streamlined network structure.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Planning and Design Engineer

Kinde Engineering Works
Nairobi, Nairobi
05.2017 - 06.2019
  • Documented products and processes using Auto CAD, Qgis,Map info and SW MAPS to document release notes and designs for FTTH ,FTTB,FTTS.
  • Created CAD models both high level and low level designs(HLD, LLD) and drawings for GPON and HFC designs for Safaricom,Telkom and Zuku.
  • Uploading of approved FTTX design to Connect Master production of link budget quotation for different projects of each financial quarter together with producing harmonizing of connect master reports.
  • Assist in producing bill of quantities reports.
  • Planning and designing and coming up with Hybrid Fiber Coax, Metro fiber GPON/ACTIVE networks for SDC (Safaricom Digital City).
  • Mapping and displaying spatial data Documentation and analysis of data using data analysis software like Global mapper, Arc Map Arc View GIS.
  • Carrying out field surveys on fiber routes then producing accurate FTTS, FTTB, FTTH designs.
  • Network analysis and routing.
  • Perform audit of site proceedings on ongoing project ensuring design specifications are followed as much as possible and where changes are to be made is captured and included for preparation of As built.
  • Geo referencing and Digitizing of geographical and spatial data and producing maps.
  • Follow up on all approved facilities to ensure all required items are provided by client, security perfection is in place and client served without delay.
  • Regular reporting to PMO on matters regarding design progress and any development on and off site mainly focusing on good communication flow.
  • Tested feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components and systems.
  • Coordinated technical requirements, scheduling and solution development for engineering design and test issues.
  • Estimated quantities and cost of materials, equipment and labor to determine project feasibility.
  • Created CAD drawings using Auto CAD to convey manufacturing and production configurations.
  • Integrated environment, health and safety regulations into process design and work practices to alleviate risk.

Land Surveyor Assistant

Kenya Rural Roads Authority
Nairobi, Nairobi
08.2018 - 02.2019

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Employed GPS technology to pinpoint baseline, meridian, tier and range coordinates defining boundaries of township residential lots.
  • Followed local, regional and national guidelines for land surveying.
  • Assessed individual survey project needs and planned workflows.
  • Read and used topographical data to complete analysis of land plots and roadways.
  • Coordinated with architects, developers and inspectors in developing new construction designs for commercial, residential and industrial developments.
  • Entered legal descriptions, lot sizes and other data into online databases through AutoCAD, SurvCAD and CADD interfaces.

1. Malaba-Angurai-Malakisi and Angurai-moding Kakamer roads.

Activities undertaken were· Establishing GPS control points.· Setting out the road centerline.· Levelling control and level checks of various road layers under construction.· Topographical survey of various road sections towards the design of the road.· Setting out the center line and taking Original Ground Levels (OGL) for design· Calculating cut and fills for quantities computations.· Drafting road cross-sections drawings for use in road construction.· Writing daily and monthly progress report to Resident Engineer about road progress.· Creation of location maps.· Geo-referencing and Digitizing using both ArcMap and AutoCAD software.· Road Reclassification Schedule Preparation.

  • 2. Kwale Mwangulu-kikoneni-Milalani (C209) road reserve mapping

Activities undertaken were· Identification and purchase of relevant cadastral maps/registry index maps.· Mapping the existing road reserve boundaries to confirm conformity with information in the Cadastral plans RIMS, or the PIDs and to identify any encroachment thereon.· Rectification and physical demarcation of road reserve boundaries where encroachment is detected.· Compilation of road boundary maps.

3. Kiambu county kinale-kwa Edward road(C557) road reserve demarcation.

Activities undertaken were:· Identification and purchase of relevant cadastral maps/registry index maps.· Mapping the existing road reserve boundaries to confirm conformity with information in the Cadastral plans RIMS, or the PIDs and to identify any encroachment thereon.· Rectification and physical demarcation of road reserve boundaries.

GIS INTERN

Geomaps Africa
Nairobi, Nairobi
02.2017 - 04.2017
  • Combined remotely-collected and on-site data acquisition to generate unified geographic mapping information.
  • Designed standardized protocols for data collection, creating cohesive database input guidelines to streamline intelligence retrieval and exploitation.
  • Contributed to Irrigation GIS operations, including surveilling and planning imaging and data collection.
  • Developed requirements for application of GIS solution data, including graphical representations.
  • Collected, compiled or integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data such as remote sensing or cartographic data for inclusion in map manuscripts.
  • Mapped local assets such as land boundaries, Sewer service points and problem locations.
  • Recommended procedures, equipment or software upgrades to increase data accessibility or ease of use.
  • Operated as primary point of contact for clients, providing GIS work order proposals with time-to-completion and budgeting estimates.
  • Collected, compiled or integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data such as remote sensing or cartographic data for inclusion in map manuscripts.
  • Increased productivity, accuracy and efficiency while reducing delays and eliminating errors during data upload procedures.

Land Survey and GIS Intern

Mwea Irrigation Scheme( NIB)
Mwea , Kirinyaga
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Designed standardized protocols for data collection, creating cohesive database input guidelines to streamline intelligence retrieval and exploitation.
  • Contributed to centralized GIS portal and ArcGIS database, correctly inputting data on new job sites and revising data on changing conditions.
  • Provided technical recommendations and support documentation to aid in GIS process improvement.
  • Combined remotely-collected and on-site data acquisition to generate unified geographic mapping information.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Resolved land conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Mutation forms Drawing calculations and processing.
  • Area computations for clients.
  • Coordinates capture of using GPS and RTKs.
  • Advising and educating of client about best method of surveying.
  • Beacon placements on paddy Rice fields.

Volunteer

Criminal Investigative Department ( CID )
Nairobi, Kiambu
02.2016 - 04.2016
  • Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using 10-key pad.
  • Verified accuracy and validity of data entered in databases
  • Entered client information into databases quickly and with minimal errors.
  • Corrected any data entry error to prevent later issues such as duplication or data degradation.
  • Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
  • Verified accuracy of all computer system information by updating E-Citizen data.
  • Added documents to file records and created new records to support filing needs.

Education

Associate of Science - Diploma Land Survey And Cartography

Technical University Of Kenya
Nairobi
01.2014 - 12.2016

Associate of Science - Land Survey And Cartography

Technical University Of Kenya
Nairobi
01.2013 - 11.2013

Associate of Science - Drone Survey

HUVIAIR Technology
India
06.2020 - 07.2021

Associate of Science - DATA ANALYSIS

LinkedIN Learning
09.2020 - 09.2021

High School Diploma -

St Alfred High School
Homa Bay
01.2008 - 12.2011

No Degree - Kenya Certificate of Primary School

Mugumo_ini_Primary School
Thika
01.2001 - 12.2007

Spatial Database Management System

Yonsei University
South Korea
11.2020 - 02.2021

Associate of Science - Oil And Gas Operations And Market

Duke University
United States Of America
11.2020 - 12.2020

Skills

    Fiber optics experience

Quality auditor

Geographic Mapping Data Collection

GIS Analysis

Planning and Coordination

GPS knowledge

Field data collection

AutoCAD Land Desktop

Topographic Surveys

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Budget planning capabilities

SOLAR POWER CONSULTANT

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved Land Boundary issues which prevented violence between neighbours.
  • Collaborated with designing team in the update of a centralized database for all FTTx designs for client to allow for ease of operations and maintenance of fiber network.
  • Together with my team we were able to turn around productivity of our departments' delivery by 50% this increased our productivity in the organization creating time for department growth and efficiency.
  • Increased the revenue income of our company by 10% which was due to low productivity from the GIS department.
  • Created a good trusting relationship with clients which increased our workloads hence marketing the company name for exceptional designs and documentations.
  • Connected over 4000 Households to the FTTH network increasing productivity and connectivity to the web.
  • Connected over 100 sites and business with fiber increasing network coverage.
  • Trained approx 5 individuals which game them an edge to open their own firms and get better employment opportunities.
  • Offered Survey advices to clients which assisted in better decision making and saving on cost.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 40 staff members.

Software

AutoCAD

QGIS

ArcGIS

ERDAS

Blender

Lumion

Drone Deploy

Pix4D

Connect Master

Global Mapper

MapInfo

Global Mapper

Excel

Hadoop

Hobbies

  • Swimming
  • Hiking
  • Boat Riding
  • Travelling
  • Reading

Referee

  • Andrew Waithaka

Planning and Design Manager

Kinde Engineering Work LTD

0723347893

  • Innocent Ariemba

Managing Director (MIS)

Mwea Irrigation Scheme (National Irrigation Scheme).

0726760731

  • Erika Mbeke

FTTH Planning and Design Engineer

Safaricom PLC

0700382719

  • Samson Abuga

Surveyor

Kenya Rural Roads Authority

0723487214

  • Francis Kwambai

IT Manager

Criminal Investigation Officer.

  • Martin Gichana

C.E.O

Megawatt Power and Telecommunication Company

0722260464

0721273460

072348

Timeline

Project Manager

Megawatt Power and Telecommunications limited
04.2021 - Current

Spatial Database Management System

Yonsei University
11.2020 - 02.2021

Associate of Science - Oil And Gas Operations And Market

Duke University
11.2020 - 12.2020

Associate of Science - DATA ANALYSIS

LinkedIN Learning
09.2020 - 09.2021

Network Auditor,Fiber Optics

Safaricom PLC
07.2020 - 03.2021

Associate of Science - Drone Survey

HUVIAIR Technology
06.2020 - 07.2021

Freelance GIS Specialist

Mwea Irrigation Scheme
01.2020 - Current

Land Surveyor Assistant

Kenya Rural Roads Authority
08.2018 - 02.2019

Planning and Design Engineer

Kinde Engineering Works
05.2017 - 06.2019

GIS INTERN

Geomaps Africa
02.2017 - 04.2017

Land Survey and GIS Intern

Mwea Irrigation Scheme( NIB)
05.2016 - 09.2016

Volunteer

Criminal Investigative Department ( CID )
02.2016 - 04.2016

Associate of Science - Diploma Land Survey And Cartography

Technical University Of Kenya
01.2014 - 12.2016

Associate of Science - Land Survey And Cartography

Technical University Of Kenya
01.2013 - 11.2013

High School Diploma -

St Alfred High School
01.2008 - 12.2011

No Degree - Kenya Certificate of Primary School

Mugumo_ini_Primary School
01.2001 - 12.2007
Antony NyagwalaSurvey,Planning And Design Engineer