David Munga

Class A contractor involved in major local and International construction projects in East and Central Africa.

Project RWC 045: Upgrading to bitumen standards and performance-based routine maintenance of Muranga-Gitugi (D427) roads project.

• Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and project specifications.
• Actively listened to site personnel, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor. Proved fundamental to continuous improvement of site operations by generating suggestions and engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork on project site
• Liaised with survey teams and foremen to ensure both horizontal and vertical alignments were achieved as per drawings and specifications.
• Monitored and optimized safety procedures and guidelines on site including Occupational Safety and Health Act(OSHA) Covid19 guidelines .
• Created work plans and communicated deadlines to ensure project deliverables were completed on time. Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
• Inspected /supervised reinforced concrete works.
• Completed reports and reviewed work quantities recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Accompanied senior technical staff for on-site inspections during construction, learning how to communicate design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers.
• Prepared schedules, project budgets, and specifications for materials and labor.
• Testing and sampling of construction materials to be used during construction process.
• Conducted identification and exploration of borrow pits for natural gravel.

Mining Company serving government and commercial clients. Specialists in Road and Building construction materials.

• Ensured materials produced during rock blasting met required standards and specifications for over 15 road projects.
• Planned and estimated quantities of crushed rock aggregates to be produced in order to meet client needs.
• Reviewed client proposals and monitored ongoing supply of materials maintaining consistent production of Asphalt Concrete increasing customer retention.
• Performed quality inspection of Asphalt Concrete with keen attention to bitumen content and mixing ratios..
• Documented physical and chemical properties of material in accordance to AASHTO test specifications before, during and after completing standardized tests.
• Gathered documentation such as laboratory tests and evidentiary reviews and generated detailed reports outlining findings for clients.

Assigned to Highway planning and design office and Road Asset and Corridor Management department.

• Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
• Performed road inspections and supervision of contractors teams for periodic and emergency maintenance contracts.
• Used AutoCad Civil 3D to analyze road alignment data and corridor design solutions.
• Gained experience in road design, as well as preparation of site work plans.
• Conducted traffic surveys and compiled traffic data for use by design office.
• Ensured daily reports for activities done are filled and recorded.
• Assisted in compiling and preparation of tender documentation for road works and structures.

Assigned to design and construction of Kenya Airports Authority Office Building team.

Covered:

• Surveying
• Inspection/supervision of construction work
• Recording of daily work sheets
• Interpretation of blueprints and structural drawings
• Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed