Robert Yambo
Civil Engineer And Project Manager
Nairobi
Summary
Experienced with project management, team leadership, and cost control. Utilizes strategic planning and effective communication to ensure project success. Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Civil Engineering and Construction Manager
Lake Turkana Wind Power
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Drive leadership, strategy, and development by setting a clear vision to build a sustainable, high-performing culture and enhance business performance.
- Lead annual budget preparation, drive forecasts, and propose capital expenditures to ensure compliance with customer and legal requirements.
- Provide project management leadership, coordinate activities, standardize processes, and introduce innovations within the department and company.
- Lead, coordinate, and coach the team to ensure they are trained to meet operational and financial targets.
- Oversee all engineering, financial, and technical aspects of WoC community development projects.
- Implement quality control measures to ensure all projects meet the required standards and specifications.
- Manage stakeholder relationships by regularly communicating project progress, addressing concerns, and ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Monitor project progress and performance metrics, making necessary adjustments to keep the project on track.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations across all construction sites.
- Mentor junior engineers and project staff, fostering their professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
- Led project planning and execution, ensuring compliance with design specifications and enhancing project delivery timelines.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline construction processes, resulting in improved resource utilization and project efficiency.
- Developed and monitored project budgets, effectively managing costs to maintain financial integrity and project objectives.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering their professional development and enhancing team capabilities in project execution.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to resolve design conflicts, improving communication and minimizing project delays.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
Head of Civil Works
Lake Turkana Wind Power
01.2020 - 05.2023
- Led the execution of Civil Balance of Plant (CBOP) and new/improvement activities across the business, including Wind of Change projects.
- Streamlined and coordinated civil engineering projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and alignment with quality standards.
- Maintained 163 km of gravel-wearing course roads, substation drainage, dust control, water and sewer systems, boreholes, and 8 accommodation camps.
- Led the preparation of a 5-year strategic plan for the department, which was used for indicative budgeting and financial projections over the duration.
- Conducted performance evaluations of civil works contractors and provided feedback to ensure continuous improvement.
- Oversaw the environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and ensured all civil works complied with environmental regulations and sustainability goals.
- Performed safety audits and inspections on civil works sites.
- Led the successful execution of large-scale civil works projects, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Managed multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and improving project efficiency through effective communication and coordination.
- Oversaw project timelines and budgets, implementing strategic adjustments to mitigate risks and enhance operational effectiveness.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with contractors and stakeholders, driving project alignment and achieving shared objectives.
Field Engineer
Lake Turkana Wind Power
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Led the WoC technical team in delivering all construction projects.
- Managed community-oriented projects in remote locations, effectively navigating the unique challenges associated with such environments.
- Enhanced social skills by engaging with local leaders, government officials, and community members to foster collaboration and ensure project success.
- Helped form a Civil Works team for onsite maintenance and supervised remedial repairs on building and road defects within the wind farm.
- Assisted in preparing and reviewing engineering plans and designs, ensuring they met project objectives and regulatory standards.
- Coordinated logistics and resource allocation for construction activities, ensuring the timely delivery of materials and equipment to remote sites.
RAP Field Officer and GIS Processor
Lake Turkana Wind Power
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted in the resettlement of PAHs along the 436 km Loiyangalani–Suswa corridor, adhering to Ketraco RPF, IFC standards, and AFDB guidelines.
- Managed land access and resettlement for project-affected households (PAHs) in Namarei and Illaut villages, adhering to IFC standards as outlined in the Abbreviated Resettlement Action Plan.
- Oversaw the resettlement of project-affected households (PAHs) in Sarima villages, implementing risk mitigation measures in line with IFC, EIB, and LTWP standards as detailed in Resettlement Action Plan.
- Conducted socio-economic surveys to gather data on the affected communities and assess the impact of the resettlement process.
- Handled grievances from project-affected households, ensuring their concerns were addressed promptly.
- Engaged with stakeholders, including local leaders, government officials, and community members, to ensure smooth communication and collaboration during the resettlement process.
- Scheduled and coordinated resettlement activities, ensuring timely and efficient execution according to the project timeline.
- Performed topographical surveys of the transmission line wayleave to ensure accurate mapping and planning for resettlement activities.
- Prepared Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) documents to outline the strategies and procedures for the resettlement process.
- Managed the RAP database, ensuring all data was accurately recorded, updated, and accessible for ongoing project management and reporting.
- Developed and managed geographic information systems to enhance data accuracy and streamline reporting processes across projects.
- Conducted field assessments to gather data, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and improving project outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze spatial data, facilitating informed decision-making and driving project efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on GIS software and data collection techniques, fostering skill development and team performance.
Education
Executive Masters in Business Administration (EMBA) - Strategic Leadership
Valar Institute US
07.2026
Post Graduate Certificate - Project Management
London School of Business and Finance
12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Civil and Construction Engineering
University of Nairobi
08.2013
Certificate - Construction Safety And Health Manager
OSH Academy
USSkills
Civil Engineering & Construction Management
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Construction Safety and Health Manager | OSHA Academy, Ongoing
Affiliations
- Member of Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Member of Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
CAREER STRENGTHS
- Project Management Excellence: Skilled in managing complex projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
- Civil Engineering Expertise: Knowledgeable in civil engineering principles and practices, with experience in executing infrastructural projects, including road construction, drainage systems, and structural works.
- Site Safety and Control: Proven track record in implementing rigorous safety protocols on construction sites, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and proactively addressing potential hazards.
- Strategic Leadership: Demonstrates a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams with a strong focus on strategic planning, fostering a high-performance culture that drives business growth.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Expert in building and maintaining strong relations with stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, and project teams, to facilitate smooth project execution.
- Financial Acumen: Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, forecasting, and expenditure planning, ensuring fiscal responsibility in project execution.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Expertise in designing and implementing robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track project progress, assess outcomes, and provide actionable insights.
- Communication Prowess: Clear and effective in presenting complex information to diverse audiences, facilitating discussions, and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Technical Documentation: Expert in preparing clear, detailed technical reports, plans, and documentation. Ensures all materials support project execution and meet regulatory standards.
- Execution of Community projects: Strong experience in managing execution of community projects from stakeholder engagement, project identification, stakeholder alignment, design review, execution, monitoring, hand over and closeout. Expertise in review of road maps for community engagement and CSR and strategic planing for the same.
Hobbies
- Swimming
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Flight simulation
- Playing Chess and Scrabble
Work Availability
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Timeline
Civil Engineering and Construction Manager
Lake Turkana Wind Power
05.2023 - 09.2024
Head of Civil Works
Lake Turkana Wind Power
01.2020 - 05.2023
Field Engineer
Lake Turkana Wind Power
01.2015 - 01.2019
RAP Field Officer and GIS Processor
Lake Turkana Wind Power
01.2013 - 01.2015
Post Graduate Certificate - Project Management
London School of Business and Finance
Bachelor of Science - Civil and Construction Engineering
University of Nairobi
Executive Masters in Business Administration (EMBA) - Strategic Leadership
Valar Institute US
Certificate - Construction Safety And Health Manager
OSH Academy