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Lewis Kalata

Graduate Civil Engineer

Summary

Graduate Civil Engineer with experience in designing, planning, and managing a wide range of infrastructure projects.

Possessing a strong foundation in structural and geotechnical engineering, along with a comprehensive understanding of construction methodologies and industry standards. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are executed with efficiency, precision, and adherence to budgetary and timeline constraints. Skilled in utilizing design software and tools to optimize project designs. Proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable plans. Committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance throughout all phases of project execution.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Engineer

Betterline Water Limited
11.2024 - Current
  • Provided technical support to customers during pre-sales consultations, addressing concerns, and offering solutions tailored to their needs.
  • Generated new leads through cold calling, social media outreach, and attending industry events.
  • Design and oversee the construction of water systems, pipelines, and structures like water towers and swimming pools.
  • Conduct site evaluations and feasibility studies for proposed projects.
  • Develop detailed project plans, including drawings, cost estimates, and timelines.
  • Provide engineering solutions for water treatment, irrigation systems, and borehole equipping.

Site Agent

Agramaj Company
09.2023 - Current
  • Achieved timely completion of projects through diligent scheduling, planning, and progress tracking.
  • Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
  • Reduced downtime on-site by maintaining equipment inventory and coordinating necessary repairs or replacements.
  • Maintained strong client relationships by providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
  • Maintained accurate records of all site activities like daily logs which ensured seamless handover at the end of each shift.

Graduate Trainee

Batiment Projects Consulting Limited
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Project classification : Commercial
  • Projects handled : Structural Audit of 88 Kirinyaga Building, Design of Mutuini homes, Design of carport roof

Responsibility

  • Drafting structural layouts from architectural drawings.
  • Design and detailing of structural elements after drafting layouts.
  • Preparation of bar bending schedules.
  • Preparation of structural reports.
  • Interpret and infer lab test results for concrete design mixes and masonry tests.

Achievements

  • Designed and detailed three residential units in Mutuini,Nairobi
  • Conducted non-destructive tests on 88 Kirinyaga Building and produced a design review of sampled structural elements.
  • Design renovation works for a residential building as well as car port roof.

Foreman Trainee

FarmLine EA Ltd
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Project classification : Commercial
  • Project handled : Mihang'o Primary School: Construction of three new classrooms

Responsibilities :

  • General arrangement of drawings and Civil Works
  • Preparation of bar bending schedule for R.C works and quantity take offs
  • Inspection of works
  • Supervision of workers

Achievements

  • Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices
  • Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices

Intern

Kenya Urban Roads Authority, KURA
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Project classification: Road Assets and Corridor Management
  • Project handled : Muthangari rd patchwork

Responsibilities :

  • Supervised all roads construction and maintenance works;
  • Prepared and maintained site records and other road work records;
  • Prepared roadwork programs in liaison with Resident engineer;
  • Selected and located suitable materials for Road works;
  • Assisting in collecting data on road inventory;
  • Ensuring that all site records are prepared on time and submitted as required;

Achievements

  • Increased safety rating of the road by identifying and resolving severe structural issues.

Intern

Kenya Rural Roads Authority, KeRRA
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • Project classification : Road Assets and Corridor Management
  • Project : Kerwa – Thigio road construction

Responsibilities :

  • Supervised all roads construction;
  • Prepared and maintained road soil samples for lab work;
  • Conducted laboratory tests for soil samples;
  • Selected and located suitable materials for Road works;

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Nairobi
08.2015 - 2021.09

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

Alliance High School
02.2011 - 2014.11

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -

Kangundo Jnr. Academy
03.2000 - 2010.11

Skills

    Civil 3D&AutoCAD

    Prota

    STAAD pro

    Microsoft packages; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project

Affiliations

  • Registered Graduate Engineer with EBK, No. B22282
  • Registered Graduate Engineer with IEK, No. G.11970
  • Attended the Big 5 Construct workshop in Kenya
  • Youth team leader at Redeemed Gospel Church Inc,
  • Member of Association of Civil Engineering (ACES) in University of Nairobi
  • Chairman of Social Welfare Society, Alliance high school

Contact

00100, Nairobi Kenya

Education

Kangundo, Nairobi,Kikuyu, Kenya,Nairobi

Referees

❖ Eng. Kenedy Wachira

Senior Engineer, Batiment Project Consulting Limited

Tel:(+254) 732 946794

Email: kennedywachira@bplc.co.ke

❖ Mr. Bob Mutua Njagi

Director, Amicable Receivable Consultants Ltd.

Tel:0726165492

Email: bob.mutua@arcgroup.co.ke

❖ Mrs. Everlyn Muthusi

Road Inspector, Kenya Urban Roads Authority

Tel:0722437916

Email: emuthusi12@gmail.com

Timeline

Sales Engineer

Betterline Water Limited
11.2024 - Current

Site Agent

Agramaj Company
09.2023 - Current

Graduate Trainee

Batiment Projects Consulting Limited
01.2023 - 06.2023

Foreman Trainee

FarmLine EA Ltd
10.2021 - 08.2022

Intern

Kenya Urban Roads Authority, KURA
08.2020 - 12.2020

Intern

Kenya Rural Roads Authority, KeRRA
08.2019 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Nairobi
08.2015 - 2021.09

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

Alliance High School
02.2011 - 2014.11

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -

Kangundo Jnr. Academy
03.2000 - 2010.11
Lewis KalataGraduate Civil Engineer