ROWLEX KIPRONO KORORIA
Civil Engineer
Nairobi,County
Summary
Qualified Civil Engineer with over 10 years of experience working in various capacities to complete construction engineering tasks. Expert in directing workflow of earth and concrete works. Proven success in identifying and addressing challenges to complete projects on-time and under budget. Applies cost-saving strategies without sacrificing practicality and quality. Manages large projects and teams to meet milestones and exceed quality expectations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Civil Engineer (QA/QC)
Norken International Ltd
Mogadishu, Somalia
02.2021 - Current
- Working on Projects valued at over 45m USD:
- Oversaw the construction of a Helipad with 4 landing sites completed four months ahead of schedule, allowing for early usage and increased operational capacity of the UN flights and its partners
- Completed over 30 major structural projects within budget and ahead of schedule, including bunkers, WATSAN facilities, RC overhead protection, and defence barriers
- Directed a team of 4 engineers and technicians on a large-scale infrastructure project, achieving an 80% reduction in project delays through effective resource allocation and communication
- Implemented new project management software that improved team productivity by 25%, leading to faster completion times across multiple projects
- Implemented safety protocols that reduced workplace accidents by 40% over two years, enhancing overall site safety and compliance with regulations
- Managed multiple UN facility upgrades that finished ahead of the deadline, resulting in significant savings on labor costs and early usage of the facilities
- Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
- Reduced construction costs by conducting value engineering assessments and identifying cost-effective solutions.
Assistant Structural Engineer
EDCONS (K) LTD
Nairobi, Nairobi County
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams of up to 5 professionals, ensuring seamless communication between architects, contractors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle
- Successfully designed and implemented structural solutions for over 10 residential, ensuring compliance with all local building codes
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices for structural design, resulting in improved team performance metrics by 15%
- Implemented advanced software tools for efficient modeling and analysis of complex structures.
- Monitored implementation of necessary safety and redundancy principals in design and construction of new structures.
Assistant Project Manager Civil/Structural Engineer
BONFIDE GENERAL CONTRACTORS LTD
Nyeri, Nyeri County
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Worked on a project valued at over 774 Million
- Successfully managed the construction of a 9,750-square-meter factory building project, completing the first phase 10% under budget, which resulted in savings of Ksh5,000,000
- Led a team that reduced project costs by 10% through innovative procurement strategies and efficient resource management on multiple infrastructure projects
- Streamlined construction processes that increased labour productivity by 25%, resulting in an overall reduction of project duration by an average of one week
- Conducted safety training sessions that led to zero lost-time incidents during the last three consecutive projects, totaling over 500 work hours
- Enhanced quality control procedures that resulted in a decrease in rework rates by 50%, significantly improving client satisfaction ratings
- Managed subcontractor relationships effectively to ensure quality workmanship within deadlines and budgets.
- Assisted in the successful completion of projects by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining documentation.
Construction Project Manager
ARK CONSTRUCTION LTD
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Implemented new scheduling software that improved project delivery timelines by 20%, allowing for earlier completion of three major projects within the fiscal year
- Secured repeat business from key clients worth Ksh350 million due to successful project completions ahead of schedule and within budget constraints
- Successfully managed the fit-out of a 3500-square-meter commercial building project, with a variation resulting in an additional Ksh7m with a profit of over Ksh1.75m
- Achieved a 30% reduction in workplace accidents over two years by developing and enforcing rigorous safety protocols across all job sites
- Streamlined workflow processes which improved project delivery times by an average of 25%, leading to enhanced client satisfaction
- Trained over 50 technicians, improving team productivity by 40% as measured by project output metrics
Project Coordinator
TINFRA ENGINEERING LTD
07.2018 - 10.2018
- Successfully delivered a Ksh250 million college project 15% under budget and two months ahead of schedule by implementing Lean Construction principles and optimizing resource allocation
- Achieved an average cost reduction of 20% on materials through strategic vendor negotiations and bulk purchasing agreements, resulting in significant savings across multiple projects valued at over Ksh350 million
- Implemented a quality control program that reduced rework rates by 15%, ensuring compliance with industry standards on all projects managed, which totalled Ksh700 million in value
Officer/Project Coordinator
DIAMOND TRUST BANK LTD
03.2013 - 06.2018
- Worked on a project valued at over Ksh1.2B
- Enhanced quality assurance processes that resulted in a decrease of rework rates by 25%, ensuring projects met client specifications and reducing overall project timelines
- Led a cross-functional team of 7 members, fostering collaboration that increased project completion rates from 80% to 95% within established deadlines
Site Engineer
DESBRO POLYMERS LTD
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Managed a factory infrastructure project that came in 10% under budget by optimizing resource allocation and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers
- Implemented rigorous safety protocols that led to a 99% incident-free period over one year, significantly enhancing workplace safety and reducing insurance costs
Senior Civil Technician
COMPLIANCE TECHNOLOGIES LTD
03.2007 - 12.2011
- Successfully managed over 30 telecommunication tower construction projects annually, achieving an average project completion rate of 95% on or ahead of schedule
- Achieved a zero-accident record over three consecutive years while managing high-risk construction sites
- Developed a mentorship program that improved junior technician performance metrics by 30%, enhancing team efficiency and reducing error rates
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture D Technology
Juja 02.2014 - 11.2017
Higher Diploma - Construction Civil Engineering
Kenya Institute of Highways And Building Technology
Nairobi, 30Skills
Training
- OSHA training
- Health and Safety at UNOPS-Achieving Goal Zero
Timeline
Civil Engineer (QA/QC)
Norken International Ltd
02.2021 - Current
Assistant Structural Engineer
EDCONS (K) LTD
07.2020 - 01.2021
Assistant Project Manager Civil/Structural Engineer
BONFIDE GENERAL CONTRACTORS LTD
09.2019 - 05.2020
Construction Project Manager
ARK CONSTRUCTION LTD
10.2018 - 09.2019
Project Coordinator
TINFRA ENGINEERING LTD
07.2018 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture D Technology
02.2014 - 11.2017
Officer/Project Coordinator
DIAMOND TRUST BANK LTD
03.2013 - 06.2018
Site Engineer
DESBRO POLYMERS LTD
03.2012 - 03.2013
Senior Civil Technician
COMPLIANCE TECHNOLOGIES LTD
03.2007 - 12.2011
Higher Diploma - Construction Civil Engineering
Kenya Institute of Highways And Building Technology
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