Joshua George Ouko

• Undertaking annual road inventory and condition survey.
• Supervising road construction and maintenance.
• Monitoring and review of Contractor’s programme of Works.
• Inspection of ongoing works and writing daily, monthly and quarterly reports.
• Collecting samples during work for quality control testing.
• Preparation of site reports and records.
• Decommissioning of Malakisi Bailey Bridge and protection works for severely scoured cross culvert outfall along Kaptama – Kitale, all undertaken on emergency contract framework.
• Provided technical support for engineering projects to support accuracy and deadline management.
• Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
• Implemented quality assurance procedures to minimize non-conformances.
• Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
• Monitored building systems and directed preventive maintenance.
• Established clear procedures for handling repairs, planning maintenance and completing building updates.
• Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
• Developed and implemented building operations and maintenance policies.
• Any other duties as assigned by my supervisor.

• During this period, I was part of supervision and inspection of ongoing roadworks
• I was engaged in the inspectorate department, survey department and the laboratory where I was involved in quality control of concrete works and earthworks and any other duties as assigned.
• Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
• Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
• Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
• Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
• Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform stakeholders of progress and updates.

• In charge of general site supervision.
• Material testing and Quality control.
• Computation of quantities.
• Writing daily and monthly work reports
• Assigning responsibilities to staff and supervision of labor.
• Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
• Provided onsite training to help develop employee skills.
• Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
• Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
• Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
• Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
• Liaised with subcontractors regarding work progress.
• Enhanced communication between construction management and personnel to facilitate smooth project completion.

• Material Testing laboratory.
• Quality control and inspection.
• Survey work.
• Worked closely with industrial professionals to expand upon acquired training with practical knowledge.
• Supported team in industrial work completion, gaining experience in cross-functional positions and processes.
• Wrote reports and papers for various levels of technical users.
• Assisted with emergency response by communicating important information and delivering safety equipment.
• Assisted with implementation of new safety instructions and equipment protocols.

This was a mandatory student attachment that was conducted internally under the supervision of the department. It included training sessions in:

• Survey
• Carpentry Workshop
• Plumbing Workshop
• Soils & Highways Laboratory
• Mechanical workshops
• Electrical workshops.