Brenda Begi
Graduate Civil Engineer
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic Civil Engineer with five years of extensive experience in highway engineering and structural design, dedicated to enhancing project outcomes through innovative solutions. Expertise in traffic management, structural analysis, compliance monitoring, and proficiency in advanced engineering software ensures efficient project execution. Known for strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills, effectively collaborating with diverse teams to drive project success and committed to upholding safety and quality standards while continuously seeking opportunities for professional development and improvement in engineering practices. Proven track record of finishing complex projects under budget and ahead of schedule. Substantial knowledge and experience with environmentally sustainable construction. Committed to identifying issues and achieving solutions to increase safety, functionality, and aesthetics.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Assistant Engineer Upgrading to Bitumen Standards
Kenya Urban Roads Authority
01.2025 - Current
- Conducting structural analysis to ensure the strength and safety of highway structures.
- Preparing structural design and contract documents, including drawings, specifications, and estimates.
- Order and deliver construction materials, and ensure the construction crew has the necessary materials.
- Report project risks and outcomes to appropriate management channels, and escalate issues according to the project work plan.
- Schedule stakeholder meetings, document, and generate reports.
- Ensure that all aspects of a project are organized and conform to the timeline and deliverables requirements.
- Develop and maintain the project's performance database that tracks overall progress and achievement of milestones.
Construction of Valley Road-Kenyatta Avenue
Kenya Urban Roads Authority
05.2021 - Current
- Carrying out traffic surveys and management of traffic data.
- Collecting and collating economic, environmental, and social data for road investment programs and strategies.
- Developing engineering road design drawings and reports to be approved by the Resident Engineer.
- Participating in technical audits of the project.
- Preparing and reviewing road agencies' audit reports.
- Preparing monthly progress reports.
- Inspecting all materials delivered to the site to ensure that project specifications and quantities are achieved.
- Writing daily reports for accountability and quality assurance.
- Preparing training programs for training engineers.
- Identified potential issues related to stormwater management on a given site through hydrological analysis.
Assistant Engineer Dualling of Limuru Road Phase I
Kenya Urban Roads Authority
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Designed and implemented traffic management plans to optimize traffic flow and safety.
- Conducted traffic studies and collected data.
- Designed and analyzed the structural system for retaining walls and a box culvert.
- Monitored the construction progress to ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Monitored project progress continuously and made detailed scheduled reports on measurable items, such as milestones and deliverables.
- Created comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients and other staff members.
- Monitored and inspected work undertaken by the contractor.
- Used computer-aided design technology for simulation purposes.
- Maintained accurate records of material testing results and inspections.
- Coordinated with subcontractors when required.
- Assisted in preparing cost estimates for civil engineering projects, enabling accurate budget planning and resource allocation.
- Maintained accurate project files, ensuring easy retrieval of information by team members.
- Evaluated soil conditions at project sites through geotechnical investigations, informing foundation designs that provide optimal support for structures under various loadings.
Civil Engineer Consultant
Nairobi Metropolitan Green Park Bus Terminus
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Producing engineering design drawings and reports.
- Attending weekly meetings and presenting the project to the involved agencies.
- Writing minutes of site meetings.
Civil Engineer Intern
Multiscope Consulting Engineers and KeNHA
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted in producing Architectural and structural design drawing.
- Assisted in conducting Geo technical investigations and preparing reports of the results.
- Assisted in laboratory testing of materials used on site to ensure that all materials used were as per the engineer's specifications.
- Conducted site visits.
- Assisted in ensuring that health, safety, sustainability policies and legislation were adhered to.
Attachee
Intercontinental Consultants and Technocrats vt. Ltd-KeNHA
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted in site inspection.
- Handled Laboratory Testing on Soil.
- Conducted Site Visits and report writing.
Education
High School -
Moi Girls High School Eldoret
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - undefined
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
11.2014
Skills
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Midas Civil
- Ms Excel
- Interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Report writing skills
- Field Investigation Skills
- Analytical Thinking Skills
- Principles and Practices of Engineering
- Creative Problem Solving
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Training civil engineering students in civil engineering softwares. Self employed
REGISTRATIONS
Graduate Engineer, B 21038, Engineers Board of Kenya
Certification
Graduate Engineer, B 21038, Engineers Board of Kenya
Timeline
Assistant Engineer Upgrading to Bitumen Standards
Kenya Urban Roads Authority
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Engineer Dualling of Limuru Road Phase I
Kenya Urban Roads Authority
10.2022 - 12.2024
Civil Engineer Consultant
Nairobi Metropolitan Green Park Bus Terminus
08.2021 - 10.2022
Construction of Valley Road-Kenyatta Avenue
Kenya Urban Roads Authority
05.2021 - Current
Civil Engineer Intern
Multiscope Consulting Engineers and KeNHA
05.2019 - 12.2019
Attachee
Intercontinental Consultants and Technocrats vt. Ltd-KeNHA
05.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - undefined
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
High School -
Moi Girls High School Eldoret
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