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Construction Specialist

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November 10, 2023

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ARCHITECT TITUS ETORI IGURIA

TO WHOMEVER IT MAY CONCERN,

NAIROBI

30th August, 2022

RE: APPOINTMENT WITH YOUR INSTITUTION

i.I am a qualified architect by professional training and experience. I am registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors and I am licensed to practice in Kenya.

ii.I have experience in the area for which I am seeking appointment having worked with UNICEF as a Construction Specialist/Engineer on Construction of Health Facilities, Sanitation and Rural Water Supply Facilities in Kenya (2010 – 2012). Previously also worked in the Government of the Republic of Kenya as an Architect in the Ministry of Roads and Public Works with the responsibility of supervising architects, quantity surveyors and engineers in the building sector. I have personally overseen the renovations to Kenyatta National Hospital (1993 – 1999), Kenya Bureau of Standards Radiation Protection Laboratories (2004 – 2005), and Kenyatta International Conference Centre (2005 – 2008) among other projects.

iii.I am available for this appointment immediately.

I attach my curriculum vitae for your perusal and any further necessary action. Thanking you in advance for your positive and considerate response.

Sincerely yours,

Architect Titus Etori Iguria

B Arch. (Hons UON), Reg.Arch (BORAQS), MAAK (A), FRIBA

Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)

C U R R I C U L U M V I T A E

Name: Titus Etori Iguria

Profession: Registered Architect

Date of Birth: 5th November 1962

Nationality: Kenyan

Health; Good

Marital Status: Married with three (3) children

Address; P O Box 13839 – 00800 Westlands

NAIROBI

Telephone:

Mobile; +254-***-***-***

+254-***-***-***

EDUCATION

1975 Certificate of Primary Education

Kapenguria Primary School

1979 East African Certificate of Education (O-level)

Njoro High School

1983 East African Advanced Certificate of Education (A-level)

St. Paul’s Amukura High School

1985 – 1990 University of Nairobi

University Graduate - Department of Architecture

Bachelor of Architecture

Upper Division

Second Class Honors

1997 Life Ministry, Kenya

July – December Certificate in Christian Discipleship and Evangelism

1998 – 2000 Christian Life School of Theology International

Nairobi Campus – Diploma in Theology

2011 to Date Online studies in Master of Science – Project Management

Construction and Infrastructure

University of Liverpool, London

EMPLOYMENT RECORD:

2010 to 2012 Construction Specialist/Engineer at UNICEF KCO

1)Initially worked under the Health Section and supervised the consultants appointed to manage the construction of the new maternity ward and new born baby unit at the new Nyanza Provincial General Hospital. I was involved from inception of the project to completion in providing technical guidance to the team of architects, engineers, quantity surveyors and contractors by direct supervision and financial management under the UNICEF Construction guidelines from Supply Division in Copenhagen;

Purpose: Under the general guidance of Chief of Health, I was responsible for the development, planning, and implementation of the project for the construction of Nyanza Hospital. I ensured that all the activities related to this project were completed to the desired standards and within budget and schedule, in close collaboration with the Supply & Logistics section. I was based in Nairobi, with frequent travel to the site.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Was responsible for all technical matters such as monitoring and management of the work of the construction consultant and contractors who provided pre-construction services, supervision and quality assurance services for the project. Specific tasks were to review and approve surveys, studies and master plans, final designs and cost estimates, certificates, construction drawings; assist in the pre/post-qualification of contractors; assist in the review and approval of tender documents and bid evaluation; ensure sound supervision and quality control of the construction works and solve any technical matters arising;

I Supported UNICEF Programme and Supply unit with contracts/agreements management - for both pre-construction and supervision services and construction works - recommended payments ensuring proper accountability, and ensured that activities were within established contracts/agreements, plans of action, and programme budget allotments;

I regularly met with construction project representatives to monitor and review progress, quality and cost issues during pre-construction and works implementation;

Regularly undertook field visits in order to monitor and evaluate project implementation. Identified problems and proposed remedial action. Identified alternative courses of action, to accelerate/improve programme delivery;

Advised Programme, Supply and Finance units on claims, disputes and completions and defect corrections certification;

Maintained project files including complete technical documentation.

Internally, coordinated closely with Health & Nutrition and WES sections in the implementation of the design and the construction of Nyanza hospital; provide information and support for the preparation of all programme reports for management, donors, budget reviews, approvals, etc.

Coordinated with other specialists such as community development, communications and training;

Coordinated with local authorities and other institutions as required.

Areas considered

I was specifically responsible for the oversight and coordination of the Nyanza Hospital construction project by:

(i) Reviewing and clearing all designs, bidding documents and bid evaluations;

(ii) Monitoring and managing the construction supervision and quality assurance to ensure the necessary standards were duly met.

Designs and Tender Process

I reviewed the detailed architectural and engineering designs (drawings, technical specifications and bills of quantities) and cost estimates and provided advice and clearance as required;

As needed, ensured adequate site investigations were carried out for the design of the hospital and other works;

Liaised with hospital and health authorities and UNICEF Health & Nutrition and WES sections to ensure technical specifications and contractors’ works met the needs and requirements of beneficiaries;

I supervised and assisted the construction contractors in the pre-qualification of contractors, preparation of bid documents, bid evaluation, and supported the Program and Supply section with recommendations for award and obtained approval of contracts as required by UNICEF procedures.

Construction Management and Supervision

I supervised and assisted the construction contractors to carry out all the duties normally associated with supervision of construction. This included assisting with the review of contractors’ work processes plans and construction designs and assisted/cleared the necessary modifications to the construction drawings; and ensured that all necessary material tests, inspections and certifications were carried out.

Reviewed and monitored the construction supervision and quality assurance plan including quality, cost and time controls;

Reviewed methodology, materials procurement and organization plans of the contractors;

Visited the active construction site at least twice every month; site visits were timed to coincide with significant construction activities;

Ensured detailed records were kept of all construction activities, enabling real-time tracking of construction progress.

Reviewed progress reports, trends which are likely outcome of contracts and other information;

Supervised to completion (substantial and final), and ensured that as-built records and appropriate operation and maintenance manuals were prepared and handed over to the hospital staff and relevant authorities.

During this period I also assisted Child Protection Section to construct a Child Protection Centre in Malindi Kenya through a NGO based in Malindi and working with the Children’s department in the Ministry of Gender and Social Services and Ministry of Public Works as the project consultants

2) Since September 2010 I have been working as the Construction Engineer in the WASH Section UNICEF KCO mainly to:

Scope of Work

The technical assistance was be used to follow up and supervise the implementation of WASH interventions assisted by UNICEF under both regular and emergency programme areas. I also assisted the WASH, Health and Child Protection Sections in supporting capacity building for government counterparts at district and community levels and to implement and manage construction facilities. Moreover, I produced technical specifications, drawings and construction details for WASH facilities in schools and rural water supply and follow up the implementation to ensure quality and compliance.

AWP areas covered

IR1 6,000,000 people, 44 health facilities in 20 arid, semi-arid and flood prone areas/districts of Kenya consistently use improved water by 2012; and IR6 1,000,000 vulnerable people in emergency prone areas, drought, floods and cholera are timely provided with improved WASH services.

Deliverables

Working under general supervision of Chief of WASH Section I was primarily responsible to provide technical assistance to the above mentioned programme areas in monitoring UNICEF interventions supported by WASH, as follows: specifically, I was responsible for delivery of the following tasks:

No.

Tasks

Assist the district/County authorities in preparation of proposals for cash advances from UNICEF and follow up the requisition process and disbursement of funds matching with donor proposals; and follow up on timely liquidation of accounts by partners.

Assist implementing partners in the pre/post-qualification of contractors, to assist in the review and approval of tender documents prepared by partners and examine the bills of quantities with cost estimates and technical specifications to comply with standards, statutory requirements, bid evaluation and budgetary provisions prior to funds approval and disbursement by UNICEF; to ensure sound supervision and quality control of the construction works and assist partners to solve any technical matters arising on construction.

Prepare supply plans for water supply interventions based on AWP, review/preparation of specifications for supply needs, and raise supply requisitions matching with donor proposals in coordination with other Programme Officers in the Section. Assist in timely identification of supplies, procurement and distribution for target areas.

Provide technical assistance in reviewing technical designs and standards for components of water supply systems and school/community WASH facilities.

Internally, coordinate closely with WASH Section in the implementation of the design and the construction of the identified projects, provide information and support for the preparation of all programme reports for management, donors, budget reviews, approvals etc. Provide technical follow up in the implementation of WASH Programme to schools and community geared to realization of MDG Global targets and Country targets as articulated by Section Chief ensuring compliance with strategic choices and focus within specified parameters (time, cost, equity, and other UNICEF Policy).

Regularly undertake field visits in order to monitor and evaluate project implementation. Identify problems and propose remedial actions. Identify alternative courses of action to accelerate/improve programme delivery with partners and stakeholders.

2008 to 2010 The Managing Director of Zion Technology Consultant

Responsibility includes day to day Financial and General administration of the Company as Chief Executive and proprietor

2005 to 2008: Projects manager – Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC)

Since October 2005 I was the Projects Manager/ Technical Services Manager at KICC.

Responsibilities

To establish the department that handles all technical issues at the Centre

-Building and Maintenance section

-Electrical Engineering and Electronics section

-Mechanical Engineering and equipment section

To supervise and manage all projects implemented at the

Centre: -

-The replacement of old lifts – 7no. at the KICC

-The supply and installation of CCTV and Access control at the Centre

-The supply and installation of a 1000 KVA standby power generator

-The procurement and installation of conference furniture to KICC

-Refurbishment of the VIP lounges and establishment of the President’s lounge with washrooms

-Waterproofing of the 1st floor and terracing the 2nd floor open terraces and Amphitheatre roof

-Upgrading of meeting rooms and air conditioning facilities at the Centre.

-General maintenance of the conference Centre and equipment

1999 – 2005 Deputy Group Leader – Group 1

Dealing with all Government Projects concerning Ministry of Labor & Human Resource development, Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Trade & Industry, Ministry of Regional Development Authorities, Ministry of Information & Communication, Ministry of Tourism & Wildlife, Ministry of Local Government Authorities and Ministry of East African Regional Cooperation.

Responsibilities

Included coordinating other Architects and Architectural Assistants on various projects; administration of projects with other consultants (i.e Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Structural Engineers and Quantity Surveyors from other departments as team leader) and correspondence with client Ministries on issues related with contracts countrywide.

Project planning, design and documentation which included project appraisals, strategic briefing of clients, outline, detailed and final proposals of projects; production information; tender documentation and tender action; mobilization of contractors during construction and supervision of practical completion and administration of contracts during project implementation and after practical completion.

1993 – 1999 Assistant Architect – Group 1

Dealing with Health Projects under Ministry of Health and specifically assigned to the Rehabilitation of Kenyatta National Hospital Project.

Team leader and project architect of the Project Implementation Unit handling the rehabilitation Contract IDA funded Credit 2310 – World Bank

The task involved the documentation of the entire dilapidations of the hospital, preparation of architectural drawings for renovation areas and detailed technical specifications required for production of engineering drawings and bills of quantities; respecification of finishes and materials and redesign of spaces to make them workable.

Coordination of the project consultants (engineers – structural, civil, electrical, bio-medical, and mechanical) and specialized sub-contractors; supervision and management of the contract through on site daily inspection and periodic site meetings between the client, the PIU, the consultants and the contractors and occasionally the world bank team and the teams from the parent ministries.

Preparation of payment certificates for the contractors; approval of building and technical materials and equipment to be installed; issuance of practical and partial completion certificates; issuance of handover certificates to the client at completion and preparation of the final accounts for the contractors prior to issuance of the final making good defects certificates upon discharge from the contract.

The whole process of the normal architects practice in a busy hospital environment because the hospital did not shut down during the exercise; it was unique and very challenging.

1991 – 1992 Archi-systems Architectural Consultants

Private Sector employee, in Architectural Consultancy as Personal Assistant to the Executive Principal, on projects countrywide.

2000 – 2003 Leader

Kenya House of Prayer in charge of Leadership Training Programme countrywide.

Also a Deacon in Nairobi Calvary Temple and leader of the Intercessory Ministry in the Gospel Evangelistic Church of Kenya.

Since January 2005. I have been in the church Advisory Board by appointment and my responsibility is Church Development programmes. I am in charge of development projects for the church organization

KEY QUALIFICATIONS & WORK EXPERIENCE

1987 – 1989 Research Assistant for the Housing Research and Development Unit – University of Nairobi; on Cooperative Housing Schemes in Thika, Nairobi and Eastern Province. World Bank/IMF appraisal of site and service housing schemes in Eldoret and Nyeri

1990 – 1991 Design and supervision of various residential housing

Schemes and urban development’s; Nairobi, Wundanyi,

Ngong, Kitale, Bungoma

1991 -1992 Personal Assistant to the Executive Principal of “Archi-

System-Architectural Consultants” on a variety of projects

Including; “DANIDA” sponsored medical clinics in North

Kinangop, shops and office buildings in Muranga; and

Residential houses in Nairobi.

1992 – 2005 Architect – Ministry of Roads and Public Works

Registered Architect – Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya paid up to date and Registration Number A995.

2005 – 2008 Projects Manager (Head of Department) at the KICC

2008 - 2010 A freelance architect under company registration name “Zion Technology Consultants” based in Loita House on Loita Street; Mezzanine 2.

In partnership with CCM Construction of Malaysia and Adulla Yusuf of Malaysia we put together a concept to develop SALAMA CITY to be built in KONZA on Mombasa Road with the intention of reproducing a CYBER CITY Concept along the lines of CYBERJAYA in Malaysia. This City was to host Electronic manufacturers from the East to assemble their products and distribute them to the Regional African Market while working in a totally electronic manipulated environment. A green City with no green gas emissions, no vehicular traffic jams and very minimal noise and air pollution. This site and project somehow ended up with Government at a period when I was away from office for medical reasons as KONZA CITY.

We provide consultancy services to clients in the built environment for design of buildings, contract supervision and engagement of contractors

Design and specifications for electrical fittings and mechanical engineering solutions such as alternative power supply options especially solar energy utilization, power standby generators, solar lighting and water heating design and installation

Design and specification for waste management options – this is a new area that we are currently seeking partners with the appropriate technology to step in and provide solutions.

2010 – 2012 Construction Specialist/Engineer with UNICEF Kenya Country Office based in Nairobi and handling Rural health facilities construction for Health Section; Child Protection centers standard design manual conversion into an architectural type; WASH Section supervision of infrastructure construction for rural community and school water supply and sanitation and the production of a standard design and construction manual for water and sanitation facilities.

2013 to 2014 CEO of CYTOMED AFRICA LTD an investment consultancy company with links to Investors, Turnkey Contractors, and Project Credit Finance Institutions to connect project owners in Africa with appropriate finance sources in Europe, Asia and Middle East and also offer technological options to local investors through transfer of affordable appropriate technologies in the areas of prefabricated concrete construction, wind and solar generated power including geo-thermal power.

2015 – To date Owner and Managing Director of ZION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANTS LTD – an architectural consultancy firm based in Kenya involved in design, supervision of construction works from housing units to health care facilities and infrastructure such as the PROPOSED INTERMODAL TRANSIT HUB for the County of Nakuru which has not gone through but is under consideration.

I am a serving Deputy Chairman of the Council of Elders in the Kings Outreach Church YAYA ALTAR since 2015 of the Ministry of Repentance and Holiness.

I am also a Council Member of the Regent University College of Science and Technology of Accra GHANA since 2014.

Projects

Rehabilitation of toll stations to reduce pollution and noise levels.

Alterations – proposed (to the Ministry Of Roads and Public Works, headquarters building to accommodate computer rooms and new Architects’ office layouts.

Ngong Forest Station – timber production promotion centre – design.

Research on Government housing – type ‘E’ Mechanical systems in buildings and firefighting equipment

1993 – 1999 Project Architect on the rehabilitation of Kenyatta National Hospital – IDA funded credit 2310.

Design and preparation of detailed drawings for Architectural rehabilitations works; preparation of schedules of dilapidation for actual repairs to be undertaken on rehabilitation of roofs, ceiling, floors, walls, windows, doors, fixtures and external facades establishment of Doctor’s offices, admissions, biomedical workshops, rehabilitation of stores and SPU, chapel, control posts and fencing including the construction of new mortuary . The rehabilitation exercise involved a wide range of facilities such as the lecture theaters and conference rooms, the operating theatres, the wards for adults and pediatrics, casualty – resuscitation and consultation, treatment areas; lobbies; corridors and external facades including landscaping and road works. Day to day supervision of the main contractor and the specialist works, subcontractors preparation of reports to the client and coordination of sub-consultants on the project. Preparation of work schedules in liaison with the users and the contractor on daily basis, inspection of completed works and handing over to the users. Arranging of site meetings to discuss progress and technical meetings among the specialist contractors and consultants to discuss contractual management issues and technical issues on the engineering aspects and civil works components.

1999 – 2000 Office rehabilitation for Ministry of Agriculture – Kilimo House

2000 - 2002 Phase 1 and Phase 2; partitioning and related works for Ministry of Tourism, Trade &Industry on 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 22nd, and 23rd, floors on Teleposta Towers.

Design and preparation of drawings and tender documents, coordination with other sub-consultants, tender action and award of tender, actual supervision of works to completion and preparation of final account.

2003 Feb – 2004 April Project Architect on the 1st Phase of the refurbishment of Conference facilities at Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC)

Preparation of tender documents, in coordination with other consultants, tender action and award of tender, actual supervision of rehabilitation since 9th August 2004.

June 2003 Documentation for staff housing at Vocational Training Centre – Athi River. Design and preparation of drawings, estimates and Bills of Quantities.

November 2004 Documentation for the partitioning of 13th, 14th and 15th floor of Medicare Centre for Ministry of Regional Development Authorities. Layout designs and specifications, details and preparation of Bills of Quantities. Revised layouts for the same Ministry in NSSF building.

January 2005 Investigation report on the leaking roofs of Kenya Bureau of Standards buildings – Nairobi. Preparation of tender documents and estimates for the repair of these roofs currently ongoing.

Preparations of completion Bills of Quantities for the Radiation Protection and Testing Laboratories that had stalled when handled by private consultants. The estimated cost of this completion project was Ksh. 200,000,000. My responsibility on this project was to coordinate the other consultants in the preparation of schedules of dilapidations and architectural specifications for remedial works and completion, preparation of tender/bid documents; invitation to tender by various prequalified construction firms, evaluation of submitted bids and recommendation of successfully tendered bids to client Board of Directors.

This project involved research into the user requirements for nuclear technology with specific regards to dosimetry, radiochemistry, and radiology (for non-destructive testing of materials)

Other administrative tasks done on behalf of the Senior Superintendent Architect include:-

a)Preparation of correspondence with contractors on various projects; coordination with colleagues (both Architects and Engineers) at Ministry of Public Works; correspondence with client Ministries on behalf of the Chief Architect and Permanent Secretary – Ministry of Public Works.

b)Representing the Ministry of Public Works on post contract administration in several arbitration hearings and presentations on disputed final accounts of Government projects.

c)Hosting and chairing design team meetings on project planning; management and administration in liaison with Quantity Surveyors, Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, Civil and Structural Engineers and Contractors.

d)Inspection of ongoing construction works in various sites on behalf of the Chief Architect, Ministry of Roads and Public Works e.g. partition works for Ministry of Tourism and wildlife; office portioning for Ministry of Agriculture; completion of Bukura Institute of Agriculture; final account preparation for Wambugu Farmers – Nyeri

October 2005 – to 2008 Refurbishment and renovations to the KICC and Head of the Technical Services Department as Projects Manager

COURSES ATTENDED

a)ICDL – International Computer Driving License

January – April 2002 – KCCT Town Campus

(Ms Windows 95; Ms Office; Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, ArchiCAD, Internet Operations)

b)July 2003 – ArchiCAD & Auto CAD training with JCAD in Uchumi House

Proficiency in the use of Computer applications for the preparation of Architectural drawings and details.

c)CPD – Continuous Professional Development seminars by Board of Registration of Architect’s & Quantity Surveyors.

Some of the Continuous Professional Development seminars attended included:

1.15th – 17th September 2004

3 day seminar on ‘Revival and Promotion of Professional values for Architects and Quantity Surveyors at Safari Park Hotel – Nairobi.

2. 6th May 2004

1 day seminar on “The Habitat Agenda – Kenya@40; delivering Housing for a working Nation” at Holiday Inn – Nairobi

3. 16th – 18th April 2002

3 days seminar on “Tax and Taxation in the Building Industry” at Holiday Inn – Nairobi

4. 15th April 2005

One-day seminar on ‘Construction and the Environment.’ This was organized by the Board of registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors to sensitize the professionals in the building industry on the issues relating to the environment. Of particular focus and interest was the Environmental management and Coordination Act with particular attention to the role of the National Environment Management Authority; the role of the architectural professional as lead agents in environmental planning; protection ad conservation, environmental quality standards, environmental restoration and conservation orders, environmental easements, environmental inspections analysis and records, international treaties, conventions and agreements, and environmental offences.

October 2006 – Successfully trained as an ISO 9001:2000 Internal Auditor

REFEREES

1.Bishop Dr. John Jared Oduor

Overseer and Presiding Bishop YAYA ALTAR NAIROBI

Kings Outreach Church – MINISTRY OF HOLINESS AND REPENTANCE

Mob Tel: 073*-******, 070*-******

Email: ad00xs@r.postjobfree.com

2.Dr. Chris Ouma

UNICEF KCO Health Group

P O Box 4809 - 00506

Nairobi

Tel: +254-***-***-***