Erick Nyambock Kawira
Dar es salaam
Summary
Dynamic team leader with extensive experience in contracting, procurement, and commercial management. Proven ability to execute complex projects while mentoring junior professionals to ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Achievements include enhanced departmental efficiency and improved collaboration across teams.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Quantity Surveyor / Senior Contract Engineer
East African Crude Oil Pipeline
02.2022 - Current
- Managed contracting and procurement of service contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations and operational efficiency.
- Evaluated completed work to ensure prompt payments to contractors and subcontractors, maintaining positive cash flow.
- Reviewed change orders and claims, comparing proposals against contractual obligations for accurate advisement.
- Guided junior staff on best practices, enhancing their skills and supporting their professional development.
Commercial Manager
Devtraco Group Ltd
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Oversaw commercial functions for high-rise construction projects, including hotels, residential apartments, and retail shops.
- Managed project budgets and conducted financial forecasting for multiple developments.
- Provided guidance on legal matters related to contracts and negotiations.
Commercial Manager
Group Five Engineering and Construction (Pty) Ltd
06.2006 - 12.2019
- Managed contracting process and commercial administration for mega construction projects, including 340 MW power plant in Ghana, earthworks and civil infrastructure for new mine in DRC, and 744km multi-purpose pipeline in South Africa.
- Managed procurement processes for diverse construction projects.
- Reviewed contracting results monthly to quantify success.
Education
MSc - Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management
Oxford Brookes University
UK (ODL)07-2019
BSc (Hons) - Construction Management
Oxford Brookes University
UK06-2006
Technician Certificate - Building & Civil Engineering
Dar Es Salaam Institute of Technology
Tanzania12-2000
Skills
- Cost estimation
- Cost control
- Contract negotiation
- Quantitative analysis
- Supplier relationship management
- Report preparation
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
• Over 20 years of work experience in quantity surveying, contracts procurement and administration, and commercial management.
Hobbies and Interests
- Travelling
- Athletics
- Gyming
- Reading
References
- Kevin SCOTT, Construction Contracts Lead, EACOP Project, kevin.scott@eacop.com, +255 69 908 4242
- Mr. Ben De Bruin, Head of Construction, Devtraco Group, ben_debruin@yahoo.com, +27 78 567 8880
Skills Profile
Accounting, administration and procurement software (JDE / Workday) – basic user., Construction Computer Software (Candy) – fluent user., In-house Cost Management Software (CMS) – fluent user., Key 360 Project Management System – fluent user., Fluent in English and Swahili.
Timeline
Lead Quantity Surveyor / Senior Contract Engineer
East African Crude Oil Pipeline
02.2022 - Current
Commercial Manager
Devtraco Group Ltd
04.2021 - 01.2022
Commercial Manager
Group Five Engineering and Construction (Pty) Ltd
06.2006 - 12.2019
MSc - Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management
Oxford Brookes University
BSc (Hons) - Construction Management
Oxford Brookes University
Technician Certificate - Building & Civil Engineering
Dar Es Salaam Institute of Technology