WILLIAM ODUOR ODUNGA
P.O BOX ***-***** ATHI RIVER-KENYA
Tel: +252*********/+254*********
Email: *************@*****.***
CIVIL ENGINEER
CAREER SUMMARY
Experienced and versatile in design and construction implementation with background in residential, commercial, and municipal construction and remodeling to include framing, trim, windows, doors, and siding..
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Ability to interpret blueprints and use basic math skills to calculate accurate measurements and supplies needed
Knowledge of storage and preservation of building materials
Knowledge of operation of basic power tools
Ability to interact professionally with customers and trades people
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Knowledge of residential and commercial construction along with remodeling trades, practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control, cost control.
PERSONAL SKILLS
Willing to work in all weather conditions, both indoor and outdoor
Reliable with excellent time-keeping skills
Proper knowledge of selection and configuration of equipment required to move loads according to weight and size
I have excellent analytical skills to perform lift calculations
Excellent hand/eye coordination
Ability to work at heights
Ability to accurately listen to, read and follow directions WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Civil-Engineer
DEEQA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY- Mogadishu Somalia 12/2019 To DATE
Completes construction projects by preparing engineering design and documents and confirming specifications.
Designs construction projects by studying project concept, architectural drawings, and models.
Prepares engineering design by collecting and studying reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photographs, and tests on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and related topographical and geologic data.
Determines project costs by calculating labor, material, and related costs.
Creates feasibility study by analyzing engineering design, conducting environmental impact studies, and assembling data.
Produces engineering documents by developing construction specifications, plans, and schedules.
Confirms adherence to construction specifications and safety standards by monitoring project progress, inspecting construction site, and verifying calculations and placements.
Fulfills project requirements by training and guiding operators.
Maintains operations by enforcing project and operational policies and procedures.
Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests.
Incorporate special features which relate to the project at hand into specifications. These include order of work, physical conditions at the site, construction work schedules, method of payment and measurement, construction procedures and special methods, and coordination with contractors and other stakeholders
Perform technical review on specifications to ensure clarity, completeness, and exactness, and to remove restrictive descriptions so as to ensure competitive bidding
Prepare project for advertisement by compiling contract specification into Electronic Bid Set (EBS)
Visit proposed project site to obtain necessary information for use in creating project specification. This include condition and location of project site, location of storage and staging areas, and character and scope of work
Provide guidance and technical advice to various persons and departments, including engineering personnel, Branch Chief, Section Chief, Engineering and Construction Department, and Architect-Engineer firms where necessary to develop basic specification procedure and policies to cover new types of projects and structures, and to make clearer various phases of the construction work
Communicate with higher authorities on issues concerning specifications, engineering interpretations and explanations, supply of items, and items of work, and offer recommendations on reviewing specifications
Site Engineer
RA –INTERNATIONAL Mogadishu Somalia/Central Africa Republic 04/2016 To 12/2019 Duties & Responsibilities
Work in conformance with proper codes, ordinances, sketches, specifications, blueprints, written and verbal instructions.
Perform minor insulation with prefabricated industry approved insulating materials, binding, plastic, cement, etc. as required.
Perform routine plumbing, such as diagnosing, testing and repairing all types of plumbing lines and fixtures.
Diagnose and repair major plumbing breakdowns which do not respond to routine maintenance.
Operates industry standard welding equipment to perform bending, cutting, burning, and soldering, as necessary, to accomplish work assignment.
Cuts, bends and threads pipe using hand or machine powered tools and equipment.
Attaches fixtures, valves, couplings, and fittings to pipes and tubing by various methods.
Tests, and inspects systems for leaks, pressure and malfunctions.
Replaces defective pipes and fixtures.
Opens clogged drains, performs general maintenance work as required.
Performs work of mechanical nature as required.
Monitoring on site the installation of new water and sanitation networks and systems and maintenance of existing ones by guiding, instructing and clarifying doubts to contractors, manpower, subcontractors, involved in the implementation.
Preparation of monitoring reports and reporting tools of the progress of water and sanitation tasks on sites.
Coordinate the above-mentioned tasks with other construction works and other engineers included in the project.
Ensure that the works meet the safety and environmental standards in accordance with international codes and regulations and environmental procedures within the mission;
Install and carry out scheduled periodic and emergency maintenance services on all the water and sanitation elements including but not limited to: pipework, pumps, water treatment plants, septic tanks, soak pits, water tanks, water installations in kitchens, ablutions, toilets, etc;
Carry out scheduled periodic and emergency maintenance services on all the facilities and installations in the camp;
Perform surveys of existing status of installations and items and prepare technical reports;
Prepare material specifications for the purpose of raising requisitions of materials and ensure that minimum stock levels are maintained at all times;
Assist other units such as Operations, Infrastructure, etc. when required; Liaise frequently with the Building Maintenance Unit Supervisor;
When working with national staff or (non-)governmental counterparts, including Implementing Partners (IPs), the incumbent is strongly encouraged to set aside dedicated time for capacity development through coaching, mentoring and formal and on-the-job training;
Perform other related duties as may be required. Site Supervisor
SOMTECH/DESCON Engineering Mogadishu Somalia 02/2014-02/2016 Duties & Responsibilities
Performed multiple aspects of applied carpentry in the maintenance or construction of camp facilities
Designed, built and modified items of various materials such as wood, plastic laminate, etc. Items include cabinets, furniture, counter tops, shelving and fixtures
Maintained integrity of facility infrastructure as related to carpentry by repairing and/or modifying doors, ceilings, floors and walls
Constructed, installed and repaired wooden structures and fixtures
Examined blueprints and determined dimensions of structure
Selected materials and structural units, such as lumber, prefabricated doors, and cabinets of wood or plastic, and paneling, and inspected them to ensure conformance with provisions of building code, local ordinance, or work orders
Determined sequence of activities concerned with fabrication, assembly, and erection of structure
Assisted the General Foreman by providing input to identify key success factors for Carpentry crew
Provided leadership to cause the creation of organizational structure and processes required to fully execute the requirements of services and is responsible for the execution of Carpentry services, quality, subcontractor performance, and construction cost
Evaluated Carpentry service execution for compliance to contract, design data, schedule, cost budgets, and quality, advising the project team of status, issues, impacts, risk, and cost influence factors on to go scope
Site Supervisor
PARBAT SEYAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Nairobi Kenya 01/2012-11/2013 Duties & Responsibilities
Reported to and received assignments, instructions, and direction from the Foreman or General Foreman
Read and interpreted instructions and documentation and plans work activities
Moved materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work site
Built and erected a broad range of structures in support of construction and maintenance activities
Completed records, maintained equipment, and performed various clean-up and housekeeping activities
Observed and followed all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment.
Performed general maintenance and repair of existing structures
Interpreted Work Orders and Service Order Requests for manufacturing/repairing carpentry items.
Planned and lay out work from blueprints, drawings, models, and verbal instructions by making standard shop computations, selecting necessary materials, and using a variety of carpenter hand tools, portable power tools, and standard measuring instruments. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND.
Higher Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering.
Kenya Institute of Highway Building and Technology…….May 2013 -Dec 2014 Diploma in Architecture.
Technical University of Kenya May 2008 -November 2011 Kenya Certificate of Secondary School.
MAVOKO SECONDARY SCHOOL, ATHI RIVER……January 2003-November.2007 OTHER CERTIFICATIONS
June 2009-September 2009 One Stop Youth Center
Proficient in the following computer packages,
Introduction to computers
Microsoft windows
Microsoft excel
Microsoft word
Microsoft Power Point
Microsoft Access.
Internet & Email.
November 2009 -Bell Institute of Technology
Certificate in AUTOCAD/ARCHICAD/MICROSOFT-PROJECT MANAGEMENT
REFERENCES
1.Martin Hollis
RA-International Facilities Project Manager -RAI-Somalia Facilities & Environmental Management Section (FEMS) Work: +254-*****-**** Mobile (S): +252-****-***** /+252 (0-699*-***** email: *******@******.***.
2.Maryan Ahmed
UNSOS ENG Project Manager VN, VS and Hanger Facilities & Environmental Management Section (FEMS) Work: +254-*****-**** Mobile (K): +254-********* Mobile (S): +252-*********
/+252-********* Inter Mission:197 6841 email:********@**.*** TETRA 506841 3.Patrick Kahuthu
UNSOS Facilities & Environmental Management Section (FEMS) Mobile (S): +252-********* Inter Mission:197 6560 email:*******@**.*** TETRA 506560 4. Brian Khaita Makokha
AMISOM Mission Support (Facilities & Environmental Management Section (FEMS)) in Somalia (AMISOM)
TETRA; : 206***-***-*** 240947 (Somalia)/ +254-***-****** (Kenya) E.mail: *****.*******@*****.***/ ***-***************@**-******.***