JAMES NGANGA
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic engineering and project management professional with a proven track record in various industries. Well-experienced in asset management, portfolio management, program coordination, grant management, strategic planning, and leveraging AI and technology integration. Renowned for increasing shareholder value while enhancing corporate success, and fostering stakeholder partnerships with strong leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self-Employed
Independent Consultant
Nairobi
11.2024 - Current
- Consulted in engineering, CAD design, renewable energy, contract and project management.
- Delivered technical advisory to PowerGen, Plasma Solar, and Norman-Dean Consulting.
Professional Sabbatical & Skill Enhancement
Self
Nairobi.
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Upskilled in Agile, Hybrid Project Management, PgMP Hybrid Management, PfMP, Python, Java, C#, AI, and ML.
- Focused on innovation, technological frameworks, and strategic reinvention.
Asset Manager
InfraCo Africa
Nairobi
01.2020 - 05.2024
- Managed asset development and strategic operational planning.
- Enhanced financial agility through equity sales and stakeholder partnerships.
Engineering Manager
PowerGen Renewable Energy
Nairobi
10.2015 - 12.2019
- Led project lifecycles, improved proposal success, and represented company in investor meetings.
Senior Design and Supervision Engineer
Gamma Delta Consulting Engineers
Nairobi
05.2013 - 10.2015
- Oversaw design, procurement, and contract execution of high-value projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronic Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
Juja, Kenya01.2012
Skills
- Project and program management
- Asset management
- Program Management
- Portfolio Management
- Strategic planning
- AI and technology integration
- Contract Management
- Technical Design
- Management and leadership skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Agile methodologies
- Analytical thinking
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem solving
Affiliations
- Institute of Asset Management
- National Contract Management Association
- Associate of Energy Professional in East Africa
Websites
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI
- Program Management Professional (PgMP), PMI
- Certified Solar Technician Level T3, EPRA, Kenya
- Contract Management Professional, National Contract Management Association (U.S.)
- Certificate in 3 0f 4 Company Direction, Institute of Directors (UK)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/23/89
- Nationality: Kenyan
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Self-Employed
Independent Consultant
11.2024 - Current
Professional Sabbatical & Skill Enhancement
Self
05.2024 - 11.2024
Asset Manager
InfraCo Africa
01.2020 - 05.2024
Engineering Manager
PowerGen Renewable Energy
10.2015 - 12.2019
Senior Design and Supervision Engineer
Gamma Delta Consulting Engineers
05.2013 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronic Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
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