CHRISTOPHER NGUGI
Manchester
Summary
Highly-motivated individual with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Compliance Officer
National Construction Authority
Nairobi
2018.01 - Current
- Managed quality control processes at various construction sites spanning across Taita Taveta, Kilifi ,Lamu ,Machakos ,Makueni and Kitui counties.
- Included key stakeholders (Architects, Engineers & Quantity surveyor) in discussions pertaining to the built environment as required.
- Suggested obligatory structural audits for visibly deteriorating buildings.
- Boosted the credentials of both skilled workers and site supervisors
- Ensured proper project registration with the National Construction Authority
- Oversaw adherence to health and safety standards as mandated by the Occupational Health & Safety Act OSHA Act 2007.
- Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational and departmental issues.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify areas of non-compliance and recommend corrective action plans.
- Collaborated with various departments to ensure adherence to company standards and procedures as well as industry best practices.
- Monitored regulatory developments and updates to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Drafted responses to inquiries from regulatory authorities regarding compliance matters.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports for internal stakeholders and external regulators.
- Participated in regular audits conducted by internal auditors or external agencies.
- Maintained records of all investigations into possible violations of applicable laws or regulations.
- Managed the implementation of new software systems designed to improve the efficiency of monitoring activities.
- Provided guidance on compliance requirements for new products and services introduced by the organization.
- Established an effective communication channel between internal teams and external regulators.
- Created a system for tracking customer complaints related to compliance issues.
- Identified gaps in existing processes and systems that may lead to non-compliance situations.
- Monitored regulatory developments to communicate risks or opportunities to relevant groups.
- Monitored compliance risk controls to identify deviations and offer recommendations.
- Utilized risk management techniques and business knowledge to improve compliance programs.
- Planned and executed compliance audits to check company policies, procedures and controls.
- Established working relationships with regulatory agencies.
- Participated in networking and learning opportunities to remain current with evidenced-based practices.
- Signed and approved budgets for Office imprest.
Quality Assurance/Control Associate (QA/QC)
Cytonn Investments Limited
Nairobi
2016.08 - 2017.12
- Oversaw work progress at construction sites, guaranteeing compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
- Coordinated and ensured error-free drawings for construction through structural design peer review exercise
- Proactively identified and notified project management team about any quality concerns discovered during inspections.
- Monitored and updated consultant Professional indemnities (insurance)
- Implemented and upheld health & safety standards outlined by OSHA Act 2007.
- Conducted thorough investigations into customer complaints involving product quality, devising proactive measures to mitigate recurrence.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and regulatory guidelines by consistently maintaining accurate records of all inspection activities.
- Maintained comprehensive records of quality control activities, encompassing inspection results, audit observations, and test data.
- Analyzed defective products to uncover the root causes of errors and provided recommendations for corrective actions.
- Analyzed product specifications, customer requirements and industry regulations to determine appropriate quality assurance processes.
- Created evaluation frameworks for assessing product performance based on established criteria.
- Offered expertise in troubleshooting and resolving intricate issues related to non-compliant parts or components.
- Generated detailed reports summarizing findings from inspections, tests, and evaluations.
- Ensured the accuracy of design drawings by reviewing them before delivery to the contractor for use on site.
- Verified conformance of incoming materials to specified requirements.
- Ensured personnel were trained in safety, health, and environmental protection.
- Evaluated new suppliers and validated their capabilities through onsite visits and assessments.
- Managed project workflow and provided support to internal and external resources.
- Maintained compliance with safety objectives and legal requirements, ensuring engineering designs were free from issues.
Site Agent
Ikall Projects Ltd
2013.04 - 2016.07
- Supervised works and ensured adherence to approved drawing specifications
- Took on the responsibility of representing the contractor during crucial site meetings with the consultant and developer.
- Organized and managed the assessment process for contractor's payment claims.
- Assisted in the preparation of work plans and budgets for the project.
- Implemented procedures for quality control and assurance measures as per company standards.
- Monitored progress of the project on a daily basis to ensure completion according to schedule.
- Effectively managed labor allocation to meet project demands in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with local authorities, ensuring adherence to planning permission requirements and building regulations.
- Scheduled deliveries of materials and equipment for timely arrival at site.
- Provided technical guidance to staff members regarding their assigned tasks.
- Supervised staff on site including subcontractors, labourers, engineers.
- Enforced compliance with relevant regulations regarding health and safety standards.
- Maintained oversight of budget expenditures and generated reports to track project adherence to financial constraints.
- Negotiated contracts with service providers and suppliers to secure favorable terms.
- Organized discussions on progress, challenges, and methods for improvement during site meetings.
- Compiled and presented comprehensive daily reports summarizing site operations, prioritizing the identification of conflicts or variances.
- Coordinated logistics for site resources, optimizing allocation and minimizing waste.
- Managed the resolution of labor, design, and tool issues throughout the project.
- Liaised between project management and construction teams to facilitate effective communication.
- Managed safety compliance to reduce workplace accidents significantly.
Assistant site Agent
Midroc Water & Drilling Company Ltd
2009.10 - 2016.07
- Created a comprehensive Works Programme Gantt Chart to oversee the construction process of the dam in Badasa, Marsabit County
- Oversaw and directed reservoir excavation activities.
- Managed grout application for sealing fissures in the core trench detected during subsurface permeability testing.
- Maintained a consistent schedule of preparing and submitting weekly reports to the Site Agent.
- Evaluated and assessed contractor's work for claim purposes through collaborative efforts.
- Spearheaded the implementation of onsite safety protocols and conducted thorough training with team members regarding prevention measures.
- Managed project timelines by maintaining detailed progress reports and making timely modifications.
- Managed site inspections prior to construction and facilitated audits after completion.
- Assigned tasks to team members while defining objectives and targets.
- Organized work-in-progress and delegated tasks, eliminating project lags.
- Recruited and hired workers, while also supervising and monitoring their daily performance.
- Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to ascertain the necessary labor force for successful task execution.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
Mount Kenya University MKU
Nairobi2024-12
B.Sc. (Hons) Civil Engineering -
Jomo Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Kenya2009-07
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) -
Nairobi School
Nairobi, Kenya2003-11
Skills
- licensed Civil/Structural Engineer - Design & Supervision.
- Structural integrity assessment.
- Retrofitting design and implementation of deficient structures.
- Advanced building Inspection (Thermographic Imaging, visual inspection and assessment).
- Non-destructive & destructive testing of structures to determine the structural integrity of the structures.
- Occupational Health & safety Implementation.
- Project management.
- Risk Management.
- Corporate Governance.
- Regulations enforcement.
- Project Coordination.
- Controls Tests.
- Documentation Review.
Membershipinprofessionalassociations
- Registered Professional Engineer (Civil), Engineers’ Board of Kenya-EBK, A4509
- Corporate Member, Institute of Engineers of Kenya (IEK), M.7685
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/16/85
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
References
- Anthony Kavere, akavere05@gmail.com@gmail.com, +17077998784
- Adrian Mwai, adriankmwai@gmail.com, +254723474767
- Eng. Ngigi, Anthony Ng’ang’a, ngigitony@gmail.com, +254721628759
Languages
Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Good, Good, Good
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Professional
Swahili
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Senior Compliance Officer
National Construction Authority
2018.01 - Current
Quality Assurance/Control Associate (QA/QC)
Cytonn Investments Limited
2016.08 - 2017.12
Site Agent
Ikall Projects Ltd
2013.04 - 2016.07
Assistant site Agent
Midroc Water & Drilling Company Ltd
2009.10 - 2016.07
MBA - Human Resources Management
Mount Kenya University MKU
B.Sc. (Hons) Civil Engineering -
Jomo Kenyatta University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) -
Nairobi School
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