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Brian Kipchumba Kogei

Project And Cost Manager
Nairobi

Summary

Diligent project and cost manager with solid foundation in cost management and effective project planning. Demonstrated success in optimizing project costs and enhancing financial efficiency. Proven ability to analyze financial data and implement cost-saving strategies.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Project and Cost manager

RESJOS ENTERPRISES LIMITED
Nairobi, Kenya
04.2019 - Current

• Reduced project costs by implementing effective cost management strategies.
• Identified areas of potential overspending, recommending corrective actions for better financial management.
• Created detailed project budgets, aligning them with the organization''s strategic goals and objectives.
• Facilitated smooth cash flow management for projects by coordinating timely invoicing and payments between clients and vendors.
• Developed comprehensive project schedules, resulting in timely completions and minimal delays.
• Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, ensuring high-quality work was consistently delivered on time and within budget constraints.
• Increased revenue by handling all operations and subcontractors effectively.
• Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
• Established successful relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and positive referrals.
• Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Purchased materials and coordinated deliveries to and from construction sites.
• Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.
• Evaluated vendor proposals, negotiating favorable terms to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
• Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
• Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
• Improved tender response rates by tailoring proposals to client needs and requirements

Project and Cost manager

MULTIPLEX CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED
Nairobi, Kenya
03.2017 - 03.2019

• Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
• Negotiated favorable contract terms with subcontractors for maximum cost savings without compromising quality.
• Established effective change order procedures, minimizing disruptions to project timelines and budgets.
• Worked with various vendors to select and source construction materials.
• Maintained meticulous records of all contractual documents, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and protecting against potential legal disputes.
• Developed detailed project scopes, allowing for more accurate cost forecasts and better resource allocation.
• Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Evaluated subcontractor bids and negotiated contracts, securing competitive pricing while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
• Provided support during tendering process by preparing bids based on comprehensive understanding of client requirements.
• Established effective communication channels between clients, contractors, architects, engineers, resulting in smooth collaboration during projects.
• Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
• Purchased materials and coordinated deliveries to and from construction sites.

Junior project manager

HAUSSMAN GROUP LIMITED/ETC INTERIORS LIMITED
Nairobi, Kenya
08.2016 - 02.2017

• Served as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, facilitating effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supported senior project managers in various aspects of project planning, execution, and closure activities.
• Interacted with customers to identify preferences and specifications, fostering timeline and budget adherence.
• Developed comprehensive documentation to provide clear guidance for project activities and deliverables.
• Facilitated effective team meetings for sharing updates, discussing challenges, and brainstorming solutions.
• Prepared, maintained and distributed project reports to appropriate stakeholders.
• Reduced project completion time by effectively managing resources and prioritizing tasks.
• Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
• Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent maintenance of project files containing essential documentation such as contracts, change orders, and payment records.
• Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.
• Established strong working relationships with suppliers, negotiating competitive pricing on materials while maintaining quality standards

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

SWIFTCOST CONSULTANTS LIMITED
05.2015 - 07.2016
  • Preparing tender and contract documents
  • Preparing material and labor schedules
  • Preliminary cost advice and cost planning
  • Tender and costs analysis
  • Assisting in establishing a client’s needs
  • Undertaking feasibility studies
  • Value management and cost control
  • Advising on Contract claim matters
  • Valuation of works (Interim)
  • Preparation of Final Accounts
  • Life cycle costing advice
  • Writing Project Status Reports
  • Preparation of bill of quantities
  • Preparation of financial appraisal
  • Representing the company in projects' management meetings

Site supervisor /Clerk of Works

HOMESCOPE PROPERTIES LIMITED
05.2014 - 01.2015
  • Ensuring the piece of work to be done per day is achieved.
  • Cost control and effectively utilizing resources at the site.
  • Accounting for labors wages.
  • Quality and safety control.
  • Reading drawings and executing.
  • Measuring work done by the sub-contractor.
  • Ensuring the correct material turn up.
  • Confirming material usage on site.
  • Coordinating various activities at the site.
  • Preparing weekly and monthly work progress report.
  • Project: Imtiaz Ali Sunni mosque, CBD Nairobi

Exhibitor and Sales Representative

HASSCONSULT LIMITED
06.2013 - 06.2013
  • Worked as an Exhibitor and as a sales representative for various real estate properties.

Education

Bachelor of Quantity Surveying - Construction

University of Nairobi
Nairobi
09.2012 - 09.2016

Certified Public Accountant - Part 2(section 3)

Visions institute of professionals
07.2011 - 12.2012

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - KCSE

Tenges boys’ high school
01.2007 - 01.2010

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - KCPE

Oasis Hillside Academy
01.2004 - 01.2006

Skills

Taking-off and preparation of Bill of Quantities

Accomplishments

  • Certificate of participation, NATIONAL MATHEMATICS CONTEST, MOI HIGH SCHOOL KABARAK, 2008
  • Certificate of participation, NATIONAL SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS CONTEST, SACHO HIGH SCHOOL, 2010
  • Certificate of Merit, INTERHOUSE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CONGRESS, 2009
  • Certificate of Merit, DEBATING CLUB ENTERTAINMENT COORDINATOR, 2010

Interests

Socializing
Networking
Traveling
Swimming

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 06/08/92

Leadership Roles

  • 2015-2016 -University of Nairobi Construction and Real Estate Student Association (CRESA), Academic Secretary, Organizing career and theme talks, Sourcing of speakers, Registration of students joining CRESA, Sourcing funds to sponsor the career and themes talks, Preparing minutes, Writing invitation letters to invited speakers
  • Tenges Boys’ High School, Dorm Captain, Appointed as the Dorm captain
  • Debate Club, Entertainment Coordinator, Elected as the entertainment Coordinator

Referees

Academic referees

Principal,

Tenges Boys High School,

P.O. BOX 200-30407

TEL: 053-22556

Architect Adnan Mwakulomba Abdi,

Lecturer,

University of Nairobi,

Tell: 0722-703-832

Professional referees 

QS. Jordan Rabach Opiyo

Managing partner,Quantity surveyor,

Swiftcost consultants limited

Email: Jordan@swiftcost.co.ke

Tell: 0721-498-177 

Mr. Philip Ochieng,

Construction Project Manager,Resjos Enterprises Limited

Tell: 0717-010-483 

Rodgers Sitienei,

Managing Director,

Multiplex Construction Company Limited.

Tell: 0722-297-478

Timeline

Project and Cost manager

RESJOS ENTERPRISES LIMITED
04.2019 - Current

Project and Cost manager

MULTIPLEX CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED
03.2017 - 03.2019

Junior project manager

HAUSSMAN GROUP LIMITED/ETC INTERIORS LIMITED
08.2016 - 02.2017

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

SWIFTCOST CONSULTANTS LIMITED
05.2015 - 07.2016

Site supervisor /Clerk of Works

HOMESCOPE PROPERTIES LIMITED
05.2014 - 01.2015

Exhibitor and Sales Representative

HASSCONSULT LIMITED
06.2013 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Quantity Surveying - Construction

University of Nairobi
09.2012 - 09.2016

Certified Public Accountant - Part 2(section 3)

Visions institute of professionals
07.2011 - 12.2012

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - KCSE

Tenges boys’ high school
01.2007 - 01.2010

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - KCPE

Oasis Hillside Academy
01.2004 - 01.2006
Brian Kipchumba KogeiProject And Cost Manager