Rhoda Njagi
Kenya
Summary
Civil Engineering graduate with hands-on experience in road inspection, soil testing, and construction supervision. Proficient in AutoCAD and field data collection, specializing in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) projects. Capable of producing technical reports and supporting sustainable infrastructure initiatives in NGO and community development. Recognized for strong work ethic, adaptability, and interpersonal skills in dynamic environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Civil Engineering Projects & Practice
Freelance
01.2020 - Current
- Produced AutoCAD drawings, elevations, and basic 3D models for small-scale projects.
- Assisted in planning site layouts and providing infrastructure support.
- Facilitated interpretation of drawings for construction and maintenance activities.
Volunteer Intern - Road Inspection & Soil Testing
County Government of Nyeri
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Conducted road and drainage inspections relevant to community access and water flow.
- Assisted in testing soil engineering properties for infrastructure works.
- Collected and analyzed soil samples for road and drainage projects.
- Prepared summary reports used to support infrastructure planning decisions.
Volunteer Intern - Construction Supervision
Mr. John (Private Contractor)
Nairobi
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Supervised construction of multi-storey building, ensuring adherence to design specifications.
- Monitored material usage and enforced site safety practices to mitigate risks.
- Maintained comprehensive records of labor, materials, and daily activities on site.
- Led site supervision and validated designs, recognized for technical precision and problem-solving.
- Spearheaded commercially-focused projects, combining creativity with engineering expertise.
- Collaborated with contractors to guarantee compliance with safety regulations throughout projects.
- Accurately documented materials utilized and tasks completed for effective project tracking.
Education
Associate of Science - CAD Courses (3D Drafting/REVIT/STaadpro
Bell Institute of Technology
Nairobi06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
Nyeri04.2020
Skills
- Sanitation infrastructure support
- Geotechnical analysis and soil testing
- Road inspection and drainage management
- AutoCAD drafting skills
- StaadPro knowledge
- Revit design capabilities
- Supervision of construction projects
- Community-based project assistance
- Documentation and technical reporting
- Health, safety, environmental awareness training
- 3D modeling techniques
- Planning site layouts effectively
- Support for infrastructure projects
- Preparation of reports and documentation
- Effective interpersonal communication
- Time management and organization
- Active listening abilities
- Project planning skills
- Strong communication proficiency
- Analytical capabilities
- Positive team-oriented attitude
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Building effective teams
- Detail-oriented approach
- Adaptability in various situations
References
Available upon request.
Projects
Design and Analysis of a Sewerage System, Carried out sewerage system design for a defined study area., Conducted wastewater flow estimation and population projections., Designed sewer network components in line with engineering standards., Applied principles of environmental engineering and public health protection., Prepared a comprehensive technical project report.
Hobbies and Interests
- WASH projects
- Sewerage systems
- Community sanitation
- Sustainable infrastructure
- NGO development work
- Self-initiated projects
Languages
English
Professional
Swahili
Professional
Certification
Graduate Certificate -2nd class upper
Accomplishments
2nd class upper class 2020
Timeline
Civil Engineering Projects & Practice
Freelance
01.2020 - Current
Volunteer Intern - Road Inspection & Soil Testing
County Government of Nyeri
01.2019 - 03.2019
Volunteer Intern - Construction Supervision
Mr. John (Private Contractor)
01.2018 - 04.2018
Associate of Science - CAD Courses (3D Drafting/REVIT/STaadpro
Bell Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology