AutoCAD
Fred Mwita Chacha
Civil Engineer
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Being self-driven, ambitious, innovative, analytical, a fast learner, and pride myself as a true team player with good interpersonal skills. Goals: Looking forward to join a reputed organization where experiences gained can help the organization to accomplish new heights and ensure that all goals are met.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Short Term Contract, E-commerce Drop Shipping
Self-employed
04.2021 - Current
- Use various e-commerce websites such as Amazon and E-bay to source for products.
- Established and maintained e-commerce website through Cartzy to promote and sell products.
- Use different marketplaces such as Facebook marketplace, Google, Pinterest and Microsoft Bing to drive traffic to products.
- Streamlined e-commerce checkout process, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and reduced cart abandonment.
- Expanded e-commerce business by integrating new payment gateways and shipping partners for international customers.
- Boosted online presence via website updates, SEO optimization strategies, and e-commerce support.
Short Term Contract, Content Writing
Freelance
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Come up with Item review content for client's websites looking to promote workman tools and also for sport analysts, according to their briefs
- Built strong relationships with clients through regular communication and follow-up, fostering trust and loyalty.
- Managed client projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines with focus on achieving desired outcomes.
- Crafted SEO-friendly content for websites and blog posts to increase organic traffic.
- Edited and proofread content to confirm proper grammar, quality and consistency with AP style.
- Performed keyword research to optimize content for SEO.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Repurposed and optimized existing content for use in different mediums.
- Crafted and implemented strategies to increase search visibility and website traffic.
Entry Level AutoCAD Drafter
TRC Solutions
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Created designs and blueprints using AutoCAD according to customer specifications, timelines and supply inventories.
- Created drawings using AutoCAD for plumbing systems.
- Maintained organized digital filing system, enabling efficient retrieval of archived drawings when needed.
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD
Drafting Attachment
Citech Kenya
8 2019 - 2 2020
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Collaborated with design and engineering staffs to solve AutoCAD and Revit related issues.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new software applications as needed for specific project requirements.
- Enhanced drafting accuracy by meticulously reviewing and revising technical drawings.
- Use of excel and related software to come up with bending schedules
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches and verbal instructions
Entry Level Site Engineer, Attachment
Vaghjiyani Enterprises
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisting in material testing.
- Assisting in supervision of workers on construction tasks.
- Inspection of drawings.
- Performed in Leveling tasks.
- Informing of superiors on any notes that have been made during construction job.
Education
B.Sc. Civil Engineering, UPPER SECOND-CLASS HONOURS -
University of Nairobi
Nairobi 01.2015 - 04.2021
IFY Grade -
Brookhouse International School
Nairobi 01.2014 - 04.2015
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Light Academy
Nairobi 01.2011 - 04.2014
Skills
Relationship Builder: Strong ability to create relationships for company brand and also be able to connect with consumers directly to help them with questions, issues, and concerns
Interpersonal and communication skills: Ability to build understanding of client's needs and concerns, and express these to other members of team
ICT Competence: Good command of Microsoft Office tools, word processing, data handling and processing, presentation, operating systems, CAD and internet to reach outcomes that will gain acceptance of all parties and will also meet organization’s strategic objectives
Amazing ability to read, write, analyze and interpret reports, correspondence and procedures effectively
Negotiation skills: Ability to persuade, influence and explore positions and alternatives to reach outcomes that will gain acceptance of all parties and will also meet organization’s strategic procurement objectives
Planning and Organizing: Refined planning and organizational skills that balance work, team support and ad-hoc responsibilities in timely and professional manner
MS Office
Certification
Autodesk AutoCAD Essentials Training - [2 Weeks]
Accomplishments
- Volunteer Golden Climate International Project Olympiad, 2013
- Alumni Member Light Academy
- Member AIESEC Africa
- Member ACES University of Nairobi
Software
Revit
Civil 3D
Excel Spreadsheets
Canva
Interests
Reading
Swimming
Football
Sketching
Content Writing
Topical Blogs and Research
References
- Joyce, Manager, Citech Kenya, (+254) 20 801-5441
- Simon Nyangi, +254 722523114
- Light Academy offices, +254 717069509, Nairobi
- Dr S. Osano, Chairman, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Nairobi, +254708166088
Timeline
Short Term Contract, Content Writing
Freelance
09.2022 - 02.2023
Graduate Engineer, Engineering Board of Kenya
07-2022
Entry Level AutoCAD Drafter
TRC Solutions
02.2022 - 05.2022
Short Term Contract, E-commerce Drop Shipping
Self-employed
04.2021 - Current
Entry Level Site Engineer, Attachment
Vaghjiyani Enterprises
06.2019 - 08.2019
B.Sc. Civil Engineering, UPPER SECOND-CLASS HONOURS -
University of Nairobi
01.2015 - 04.2021
IFY Grade -
Brookhouse International School
01.2014 - 04.2015
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Light Academy
01.2011 - 04.2014
Drafting Attachment
Citech Kenya
8 2019 - 2 2020