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DANIEL OPONDO
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DANIEL OPONDO

Architect
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,Nairobi

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Job Search Status

Open to work

Desired Job Title

Architectural DrafterArchitectural Project ManagerTutor

Work Type

Gig WorkPart TimeFull Time

Location Preference

HybridRemoteOn-Site
Location: Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Nairobi, KEUKSan Fransisco
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefits

Summary

Results-driven and technically accomplished graduate Architect with over 6 years of post-graduation experience leading end-to-end design, statutory approvals, and site management across commercial, residential, and civic developments. Proven expertise in ArchiCAD/BIM production, multi-disciplinary team coordination (structural/MEP), and local county authority compliance.

Educational professional with robust background in academic instruction and curriculum development. Proven ability to create impactful lesson plans and foster collaborative learning environment. Known for adaptability and dedication to achieving student success through innovative teaching methods and effective team collaboration.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Part-Time Architecture Lecturer

Kenya College of Interior Design & Alpha Tech Training Institute
01.2025 - Current
  • Deliver coursework in architectural design, building technology, and construction drawings to diploma students.
  • Guide students in preparing detailed technical blueprints, design concepts, and presentation materials.
  • Mentor emerging talent on professional architectural standards, local building codes, and industry best practices.

Architectural Consultant / Freelance Architect

Private Architectural Practice
01.2021 - Current
  • Provide comprehensive client advisory services, translating project briefs into detailed schematic concepts, 3D presentations, and spatial optimizations.
  • Prepare detailed council submission drawing sets and oversee the statutory permit application pipeline with local county authorities.
  • Coordinate with structural, civil, and MEP engineers to produce fully integrated construction documentation sets.
  • Conduct structured site inspections to verify contractor execution against working drawings and quality standards.

Architect

Optiven Limited
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Spearheaded conceptual design strategies and high-fidelity presentations for corporate stakeholders and private clients.
  • Prepared comprehensive technical documentation and statutory council submission packages matching local zoning and building codes.
  • Managed the statutory approval pipeline by presenting architectural packages directly to county planning authorities and resolving compliance feedback.
  • Executed scheduled site visits to ensure structural works aligned strictly with approved details, specifications, and safety codes.
  • Compiled technical site analysis reports and administrative progress documentation for project teams.

Architect

Uswazi Fronts Limited
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Generated innovative spatial concepts and master plans during schematic phases of diverse residential and commercial developments.
  • Delivered detailed presentations to institutional stakeholders to communicate design intent, material selection, and project feasibility.
  • Utilized ArchiCAD and AutoCAD to create precise technical blueprints, working drawings, and project specifications.
  • Facilitated statutory approval workflows by liaising directly with county planning departments to resolve design queries.
  • Organized and executed structured site inspections across active construction zones to monitor contractor progress and compliance.

Architectural Intern

Siaya County Government
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Researched local physical planning frameworks, public planning laws, and building codes to ground schematic concepts in compliance.
  • Designed layout diagrams and spatial configurations during schematic design phases for civic projects.
  • Conducted on-site surveys, baseline observations, and measured drawings to document existing site conditions.
  • Analyzed project requirements alongside technical specifications and material cost estimates to draft preliminary project budgets.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture -

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
Juja
09.2017 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Architectural Technology - Architecture

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
Juja
09.2013 - 11.2017

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined

Maranda High School
01-2012

Skills

Design & BIM Workflows: ArchiCAD (Expert), Lumion, SketchUp, Schematic Layouts, Master Planning

Project Leadership & Coordination: Multi-disciplinary Integration (Structural & MEP), Client Advisory, Stakeholder Engagement, and Site Supervision

Class management

Academic writing

Academic research

Research and analysis

Affiliations

Member: Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) – Reg No: 6256

Timeline

Part-Time Architecture Lecturer

Kenya College of Interior Design & Alpha Tech Training Institute
01.2025 - Current

Architect

Optiven Limited
01.2024 - 08.2024

Architectural Consultant / Freelance Architect

Private Architectural Practice
01.2021 - Current

Architect

Uswazi Fronts Limited
01.2020 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Architecture -

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
09.2017 - 11.2019

Architectural Intern

Siaya County Government
05.2016 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Architectural Technology - Architecture

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
09.2013 - 11.2017

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined

Maranda High School

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