ESTHER ANISA MSWABBAH
Construction Project Manager
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
Summary
PMP-certified Construction Project Manager with five years of experience in high-pressure and dynamic construction environments across Kenya. Skilled in leading multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating complex project lifecycles, and driving sustainable development strategies in commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. Renowned for exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and analytical thinking. Passionate about delivering value-driven, environmentally conscious solutions while ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Known for extensive knowledge of OSHA guidelines and wholehearted commitment to employee and personal safety. Successful at completing projects on-time and under budget without sacrificing quality.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Hodari Africa
06.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by resolving all issues professionally.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, ensuring high-quality work was consistently delivered on time and within budget constraints.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules, resulting in timely completions and minimal delays.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for construction management techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of workmanship throughout all projects.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and designers to develop innovative solutions for complex construction challenges.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve seamless coordination of multiple construction phases.
- Integrated sustainability practices including EDGE certification and life-cycle cost analysis.
Tenant Coordinator
Hodari Africa
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Liaising between leasing teams and tenants to ensure alignment of timelines and compliance requirements.
- Preparing detailed reports on fit-out progress and stakeholder action items.
- Maintained accurate records of all tenant interactions, contributing to better decision-making in property management.
- Ensured compliance with property regulations by keeping up-to-date on relevant laws and adjusting policies accordingly.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing inquiries from both current and prospective tenants, enhancing the overall reputation of the property management company.
- Streamlined communication between tenants and property management, fostering a positive community environment.
- Coordinated property inspections to identify potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs or legal disputes.
- Reviewed tenant design applications thoroughly to ensure accurate information was provided, minimizing potential risks associated with leasing decisions.
Construction Manager
LAXMI Group Construction Company (Kenya)
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Oversaw contractual compliance, program execution, and budget adherence across several construction phases.
- Led valuation, variation assessments, and contractor claim approvals.
- Produced project status reports and chaired coordination meetings with key stakeholders.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
Attachment Program
MML Turner & Townsend
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Supported documentation and project reporting.
- Participated in design coordination during preconstruction and construction stages.
- Contributed to stakeholder communication through regular status reports and updates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
Juja, Kiambu District, Kenya12-2020
Skills
Sustainable Design Practices
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI – Certified
Affiliations
- Association of Construction Managers in Kenya
- Kenya Green Building Society
- Project Management Institute- Kenya Chapter
Training
- Property Development and Investment- University of Cape Town
- Edge Expert Training - International Finance Corporation
- Sustainable Building and Living Focus and Plastics - International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre (ISC3)
- OSHA Safety Training- General Electric
Regional Experience
Africa – 5 years
Nationality
Kenyan
Soft Skills
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
Systems and Tools Capability
- ArchiCAD
- MS Project (experienced)
- MS Office suite (experienced)
- Autodesk, BIM 360 (experienced)
Timeline
Tenant Coordinator
Hodari Africa
11.2023 - 03.2025
Project Manager
Hodari Africa
06.2022 - Current
Construction Manager
LAXMI Group Construction Company (Kenya)
01.2021 - 05.2022
Attachment Program
MML Turner & Townsend
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology