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BusinessDevelopmentManager
Edward  Njuguna

Edward Njuguna

Ruiru,31

Summary

Adept at leading teams and managing projects, I significantly enhanced operational efficiency and client satisfaction at DryGro Ltd. Leveraging skills in site inspection, problem-solving, and strategic planning, I consistently delivered projects within budget, achieving a notable improvement in safety and quality assurance. My approach emphasizes teamwork and effective communication, driving project success and fostering strong client relationships.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Site Manager

DryGro Ltd
05.2019 - 06.2024
  • Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
  • Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers.
  • Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
  • Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
  • Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site.
  • Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
  • Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
  • Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into costly problems.
  • Managed subcontractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines and specifications.
  • Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
  • Coordinated training programs for new hires, ensuring all team members were knowledgeable about company policies, safety practices, and job-specific skills.
  • Monitored, coached, and supervised team of 15 employees in 5 years.
  • Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in both individual employee performance and overall project management strategies.
  • Improved client satisfaction with timely project completion through effective communication and coordination among team members.
  • Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
  • Coordinated site investigations, documented issues, and escalated to executive teams.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying areas for improvement in material procurement and labor utilization.
  • Maintained detailed records of all site activities, providing valuable data for future planning efforts and analysis of best practices in site management techniques.
  • Established clear lines of communication among various departments involved in the construction process to ensure seamless collaboration toward shared objectives.
  • Oversaw budget management, consistently delivering projects within allocated financial resources.

Project Manager

Affordable Green-House Ltd
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Political Science

Maseno University
Nyanza
12.2018

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Site Inspection and Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Quality Assurance
  • Staff Management
  • Site coordination
  • Site Safety
  • Safety Procedures
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Cost Estimation
  • Supply Ordering
  • Strategic Planning

Certification

  • First Aid & workplace safety Training

Languages

Kiswahili
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with DryGro management to plan and build DryGro's Mac 2 facility.
  • Effectively managed day to day activities during the running phase.
  • Adequately developed, managed, planned and ran the maintenance tasks using Airtable.
  • Chaired the OSHA committee and handle all safety related incident and spearheaded developments.
  • Managed consumer- supplier relationship for all operations related projects.
  • Onboarded and trained new construction workers.
  • Optimized processes and tasks through data collection and development of strategies.

Work Availability

monday
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thursday
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morning
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evening
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Software

Gantt Chart

Click-Up

Airtable

Slack

Google Docs

Dropbox

Trello

Interests

Engineering

Quote

Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programs

Timeline

Site Manager

DryGro Ltd
05.2019 - 06.2024

Project Manager

Affordable Green-House Ltd
08.2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Political Science

Maseno University
Edward Njuguna