Elimu Kikende Elias
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
A distinguished civil engineering professional with broad expertise in project planning, contract administration, and infrastructure development, bringing leadership capacity to deliver projects across diverse sectors including irrigation, railways, roads, ports, crude oil, and electricity. Experienced in overseeing irrigation projects in Mwanza, Shinyanga, Tabora and Iringa Regions, with strong grounding in both FIDIC and PPRA contracts, ensuring compliance, transparency, and effective governance. Actively preparing for professional certification as a FIDIC Contract Manager, while leveraging PPRA frameworks to strengthen institutional accountability. Combines technical competence with contract management excellence to drive sustainable, innovative, and strategic outcomes, well-positioned to support government agencies and international institutions
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Civil Engineer
GEOMECHANICS
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Proposed engineering, Procurement, Construction, Management and Commissioning of 12MW Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant in Kahama, Shinyanga, Tanzania.
- Proposed Engineering design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of new 250 MVA, 400 / 220 / 132 / 33 KV substation at Chalinze in Coastal region, Tanzania.
Drainage Engineer
Private Client
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Control of flood along Mirongo River in Mwanza region
- Softwares that have been applied: Civil 3D, QGIS, Google earth, Global mapper, HEC RAS, Culvert studio, and Microsoft offices.
Hydrology and Hydraulic designer
CHINA CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION COOPORATION (CCECC)
2021.01 - 2023.01
- Hydrology and Hydraulic design for (SGR-LOT5) Line from Mwanza to Isaka (249 Kilometers Main Line and 92 kilometers Siding/Passing Loops) on an alignment parallel to the existing Meter Gauge Railway Line.
- Preparation of hydrology &hydraulic studies for (SGR-LOT6) line from Tabora to Kigoma (411 kilometers main line and 82 kilometers siding/ passing loops).
- Preparation of hydrology &hydraulic studies for (SGR-LOT7 Tanzania) line from Uvinza to Malagarasi (156 kilometers main line and 24 kilometers of siding/passing loops).
- Preparation of hydrology &hydraulic studies for (SGR-LOT7 Burundi) line from Malagarasi to Gitega via Musongati (126km mainline and 61 km passing loops/siding).
- Preparation of hydrology &hydraulic studies for Khasab-Daba asphalt road and Link to Lima (Musandam governorate) in Sultanate of Oman.
- Preparation of hydrology &hydraulic studies for Rehabilitation of track to 80lb rail and bridge Improvements for Kaliua-Mpanda (210 km) meter gauge Railway line.
- Hydrology &hydraulic studies for Maintenance of bridge across Ugala River bordering Tabora and Katavi Region, Tanzania.
Drainage Engineer
DAR ES SALAAM PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2026.01 - 2026.04
- Consultancy Services for feasibility study, detailed engineering design environmental and social impact assessment and preparation of tender documents for upgrading of Sua main gate-Mzinga factory gate-Mzumbe corner road (13km) including Mzinga and Kauzeni bridges to bitumen standard
Drainage Engineer
GEOMECHANICS
2026.01 - 2026.04
- 1. Hydrology and Flood assessment along 132 kV Kinyerezi - Gongolamboto underground cable transmission line project (4.1Km).
- Hydrological, hydrogeological and seismic refraction survey for KS energy proposed Ntorya LNG plant
Hydrologist
IRIS
2025.06 - 2026.04
- Construction of rural and feeder roads to bituminous double surface dressing /chip seal project in Zanzibar
Civil Engineer II
NATIONAL IRRIGATION COMMISSION
2023.01 - 2026.04
- Focal Person for the Provision of Consultancy Services for Feasibility Study and Detailed Engineering Design of 18 Irrigation Schemes in Mwanza Region.
- Management of irrigation schemes in Misungwi District.
- Contract management and supervision of the Nyida Irrigation Project in Shinyanga Region.
- Contract management and supervision of the Katunguru Irrigation Dam in Mwanza Region.
- Contract management and supervision of the Magurukenda and Sukuma Irrigation Schemes in Mwanza Region.
- Project coordinator for the design and construction of 800ha irrigation systems at Kilimi, Msimba, and Arusha Seed Farms, including design of dams and canals.
- Review and design of irrigation schemes and dams.
- Preparation and evaluation of tender documents, ensuring compliance and transparency.
- Reviewing consultancy works on building offices, irrigation schemes, and dams.
Drainage Engineer
Edge Engineering and Consulting Ltd
DAR ES SALAAM
2026.03 - 2026.08
- Design and build of 277.7km roads project in zanzibar
Drainage Engineer
CHINA FIRST HIGHWAY ENGINEERING COMPANY LTD
2026.01 - 2026.04
- Upgrading of Ntyuka JCT- Mvumi - Kikombo JCT (76.0km) and Chololo - Mapinduzi (TPDF HQ) 5km roads to bitumen standard
Hydrologist
EACOP COMPANY
2025.06 - 2025.09
- Hydrology analysis and flood control on Valve locations along the pipeline
Drainage Engineer
GEOMECHANICS
2024.10 - 2025.05
- Hydrology and flood assessment on the proposed 132 Kv Majani Mapana Substation ± 45 Mvar Statcom In Tanga Region, Tanzania
Drainage Engineer
XIAMEN ONGOING CONSTRUCTION GROUP COMPANY LTD
2024.06 - 2024.09
- Design and Build for the Development of a New Mbamba Bay Port along Lake Nyasa.
Drainage Engineer
GEOMECHANICS
2024.01 - 2024.05
- Hydrology and flood assessment for the Proposed engineering of 10MW Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant in Kondoa District, Tanzania.
- Hydrology and flood assessment for the Proposed engineering of 10MW Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant in Bunda District, Tanzania
Civil engineer- field researcher
Private Client
2021.01 - 2022.01
- Field research on ground water potential areas in Arusha region using remote sensing and Multcriteria evaluation method
Civil engineer
Tanzania Rural and Urban Roads Agency (TARURA)
2019.01 - 2021.01
- Contract and Project management on road projects in Kilosa Districts.
- Design of roads in Kilosa Districts.
- Design of Ibanda suspension foot bridge in Kilosa District.
- Preparation of tender documents for Kilosa roads.
- Training of Kilosa and IfakaraTARURA staffs on design for road projects.
- Road design along Visiga seminary road, Picha ya ndege- Lulanzi road, Kwamfipa- Viziwaziwa road and Lulanzi- Hospital road in Kibaha TC.
- Design of drainage structures in Mvomero District.
Education
Enter your degree - Master of Engineering Management Specialized in Project Management
UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM
Dar Es Salaam 2023.10 - 2026.05
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering (BSCE)
UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM
2014.01 - 2018.01
Certificate of Advanced Level - Secondary Education (ACSEE)
ILBORU SECONDARY SCHOOL
2012.01 - 2014.01
Certificates of Ordinary Level - Secondary Education (CSEE)
LUFINGO SECONDARY SCHOOL
2008.01 - 2011.01
Skills
- Microsoft Project and PRIMAVERA for project management
- FIDIC and PPRA contract management
- AI tools
- Minitab and NVivo for research analysis
- QGIS and ArcGIS for mapping
- HEC-HMS for hydrological modeling
- HY8 and Culvert Studio for drainage design
- HEC-RAS for flood assessment
- Google Earth Pro and GPS for visualization
- Autodesk Recap for LiDAR processing
- AutoCAD for structural drawings
- Global Mapper for terrain analysis
- MIDAS Civil and STAAD Pro for structural design
- Civil 3D for drawings preparation
6. LANGUAGE AND DEGREE OF EXPERTISE
Mother Tongue: Speaking - Excellent, Reading - Excellent, Writing - Excellent
Master or proficient
C2
Swahili: Speaking - Excellent, Reading - Excellent, Writing - Excellent
Master or proficient
C2
English: Speaking - Excellent, Reading - Excellent, Writing - Excellent
Advanced
C1
8. REFEREES
- Dr. Siya Rimoy, Lecturer, siya.rimoy@gmail.com, +255754 682 411, University of Dar Es salaam, College of Engineering and Technology, Department of Transportation, P O.BOX 35131, Dar Es Salaam
- Harold, Sawaki, Consultant Engineer (CE), haroldsawaki@yahoo.com, +255653077170
- Dr. Ibrahimu Mwasubila, Assistant Lecturer, +255763 818 612, University of Dar Es salaam, College of Engineering and Technology, Department of Mechanical and Industrial, P O.BOX 35131, Dar Es Salaam
- Dr. Joseph, Mtamba, Lecturer, ochiengmalit@yahoo.com, +255784635977, University of Dar Es salaam, College of Engineering and Technology, Department of Water resources, P O.BOX 35131, Dar Es Salaam
4. OTHER TRAININGS AND STUDIES
- 2026
Design of Reinforced Concrete Box Culvert using Robot Structure Software
- 2018
1. Remote sensing data acquisition, processing and Interpretation and Map production using GIS from Remote sensing data at University of Dar Es Salaam
2. The use of GIS as decision making tool (Multicriteria Evaluation) to develop the suitable site for a landfill in Dar Es salaam
- 2016
Map coordinates system and georeferencing, Data collection with GPS, Uploading and digitization. Land cover change analysis and Watershed delineation and modelling at University of Dar Es Salaam.
9. DECLARATION
I, Elimu Kikende Elias, certify to the best of my knowledge and belief, the information provided herein is correctly.
2. PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
Registered by Engineer’s Registration Board (ERB) as Professional Engineer (PE 8703) with valid practicing License
Affiliations
- I like gospel music and football
Accomplishments
I received certificates of completing GIS course at University of Dra Es Salaam in 2016 and 2018
Certification
I have the the engineering pracising licence by ERB
Timeline
Drainage Engineer
Edge Engineering and Consulting Ltd
2026.03 - 2026.08
Drainage Engineer
DAR ES SALAAM PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2026.01 - 2026.04
Drainage Engineer
GEOMECHANICS
2026.01 - 2026.04
Drainage Engineer
CHINA FIRST HIGHWAY ENGINEERING COMPANY LTD
2026.01 - 2026.04
Hydrologist
IRIS
2025.06 - 2026.04
Hydrologist
EACOP COMPANY
2025.06 - 2025.09
Drainage Engineer
GEOMECHANICS
2024.10 - 2025.05
Drainage Engineer
XIAMEN ONGOING CONSTRUCTION GROUP COMPANY LTD
2024.06 - 2024.09
Drainage Engineer
GEOMECHANICS
2024.01 - 2024.05
Enter your degree - Master of Engineering Management Specialized in Project Management
UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM
2023.10 - 2026.05
Civil Engineer II
NATIONAL IRRIGATION COMMISSION
2023.01 - 2026.04
Civil Engineer
GEOMECHANICS
2022.01 - 2023.01
Drainage Engineer
Private Client
2022.01 - 2023.01
Hydrology and Hydraulic designer
CHINA CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION COOPORATION (CCECC)
2021.01 - 2023.01
Civil engineer- field researcher
Private Client
2021.01 - 2022.01
Civil engineer
Tanzania Rural and Urban Roads Agency (TARURA)
2019.01 - 2021.01
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering (BSCE)
UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM
2014.01 - 2018.01
Certificate of Advanced Level - Secondary Education (ACSEE)
ILBORU SECONDARY SCHOOL
2012.01 - 2014.01
Certificates of Ordinary Level - Secondary Education (CSEE)
LUFINGO SECONDARY SCHOOL
2008.01 - 2011.01