Kevin Abel Msafiri
Summary
A professional civil engineer who has considerable knowledge in planning, designing, organizing, and supervising the construction and operation of civil engineering projects such as buildings, highways, sewer projects, railways, harbors, and hydraulic engineering systems such as water supply, treatment, and wastewater management. I'm a highly committed, team-oriented person and perform duties with the highest level of integrity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Works Engineer
CHEIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
Arusha City, Tanzania
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Responsible for supervision of Construction of Water Blending System Project, which entails construction of 35.8km of Steel Pipes (DN 500-DN 700), one (1) booster pumping station, 16 Horizontal Direction Drilling (HDDs), and 4 river crossings
- The project helped reduce the high fluoride concentration in the Seed-farm well fields and provide reliable water service on a sustainable basis, ultimately improving the performance of our Client AUWSA
- The project has improved water quality at Magereza and CBD zones, improving the water quality of 850,000 people overall
- Responsible for inspecting, supervising, and performing quality assurance of site works, Reviewing and supervise the Work Program of Works, Review of Interim Payment Certificates and manage the Project costs, Conducting testing of construction materials to check the conformity of the materials with the ISO standard and TBS standard.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress updates.
- Documented all engineering drawings and activities according to standards.
- Applied technical knowledge to help promote safe work environment and project progress.
Project Works Inspector
CHEIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
Arusha City, Tanzania
11.2018 - 11.2022
- Responsible for supervision of the Expansion of New Sewer Network Project which involved the construction of 3 trunk mains (DN 500-DN 800) and its laterals with a total length of 180km
- The works included the construction of 5 river crossings and 4,500 house connections
- The project improved the living and cultural standards of 400,000 people in the Arusha community by providing them with good sanitation facilities and services
- Responsible for preparing, reviewing, and supervising the Work Program of Works
- To inspect and supervise that the performed works are following the specifications and contract documents
- Review of Payment Certificates and manage the project costs
- Monitoring of set targets and works to ensure the progress of the project
- Preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarter progress reports
- Participation and preparation of meeting minutes of the monthly progress meetings
- To conduct testing of materials to check compliance of the materials with the ISO and TBS standards.
- Assisted in training new inspectors on safety protocols and construction standards.
- Documented all inspection results accurately in accordance with established guidelines.
- Developed comprehensive checklists for use during inspections to ensure nothing was missed.
- Approved incoming materials by confirming specifications and conducting measurement tests.
Project Works Inspector
ARUSHA URBAN WATER SUPPLY AND SANITATION AUTHORITY (AUWSA)
Arusha City, Tanzania
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Supervision of the Rehabilitation Project of the Water and Sewer Network in the CBD area which involved constructing 48km of water supply pipe and 27km of sewer pipe, improving the living standards of the community, and helping the authority reduce Non-Revenue Water(NRW) quantity (water loses)
- Supervision of Borehole drilling project which involved drilling, testing, and evaluation of 11 deep wells located at Seed-Farm well field
- Design and Construction of AUWSA parking shed and vehicle maintenance area
- Assisted in the supervision of a military water supply project which involved 30km pipe laying, and construction of water structures including water intake, BPTs, and air valve chambers, from Oldadai water source to JWTZ camp at Moshono Area in Arusha City
- Assist in the Tendering process for the New Water Supply Project and Water Treatment Plan Project.
- Assisted in training new inspectors on safety protocols and standards.
Trainee
ENGG CONSULTS COMPANY
Dar-es-salaam, Tanzania
07.2016 - 10.2016
- Responsible for the design of a 3-storey residential building and an industrial building, which included timber roof, concrete slab, steel structures, beams and columns and pad footings
- Use of software such as Master series, Beam Max and AutoCAD in designing of structural elements
- Site supervision for the proposed project.
- Developed detailed drawings and specifications for residential, commercial, and industrial building projects.
Trainee
ESTIM CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Dar-es-salaam, Tanzania
07.2015 - 09.2015
- Responsible for site supervision of the construction of AURA MALL 11-storey building at Upanga Dar-es-salaam
- Performed several activities such as steel fixing and arrangements, blockwork, formwork construction and casting of concrete
- Performed concrete laboratory tests at the company's laboratory at Mwenge Dar-es-salaam.
- Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance, and safety.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, and other professionals involved in construction processes.
- Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.
Trainee
MAVEK LIMITED
Arusha City, Tanzania
07.2014 - 09.2014
- Involved in the design and supervision of the construction of the NSK Hospital in Arusha (Steel Structure Building)
- Performed steel fixing, excavation of foundations, and block works
- Dealt also with the maintenance and construction of gabion, culverts, and retaining walls at the Arusha - Dodoma Road.
- Assisted in the development of construction plans and schedules.
- Monitored progress of construction projects, identified areas of concern, and reported findings to senior engineers.
- Reviewed structural drawings for construction
Education
Masters of Project Planning and Management -
Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA)
Arusha City12.2023
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering -
University of Dar-es-salaam
Dar-Es-Salaam11.2017
Advanced Level Certificate of Secondary School (PCM) -
St. Joseph Cathedral High School
Dar-Es-Salaam02.2013
Ordinary Level Certificate of Secondary School -
Bendel Memorial Secondary School
Kilimanjaro10.2010
Skills
- Familiar with Civil Engineering Softwares such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Master series, and Protastructure
- Proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office, including MS Project which is a great tool for managing civil engineering projects
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Site supervision, monitoring, and quality control
- Ability to work under pressure
- Report Writing
- Project Management
Other Achievements Experience
- Attendance of workshop on the economic development of Tanzania and human settlement managed by Institute of Engineers Tanzania (IET) held at Posta
- Attended Military Training, Jeshi La Kujenga Taifa (JKT) for 3 months from July 2013-Sept 2013 at Msange JKT Tabora
References
- Eng. Upendo Shushu, Arusha Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Authority (AUWSA), upendo.shushu@auwsa.go.tz, +255767706208
- Eng. Praygod Mawalla, DOCH Consultant Limited, sawayapf55@gmail.com, +255754-302012
- Eng. Lazaro Gushu, KECC Engineering, gushulazaro@ymail.com
Affiliations
- Sports and volunteering
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Project Works Engineer
CHEIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
09.2022 - 12.2023
Project Works Inspector
CHEIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
11.2018 - 11.2022
Project Works Inspector
ARUSHA URBAN WATER SUPPLY AND SANITATION AUTHORITY (AUWSA)
09.2017 - 10.2018
Trainee
ENGG CONSULTS COMPANY
07.2016 - 10.2016
Trainee
ESTIM CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
07.2015 - 09.2015
Trainee
MAVEK LIMITED
07.2014 - 09.2014
Masters of Project Planning and Management -
Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA)
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering -
University of Dar-es-salaam
Advanced Level Certificate of Secondary School (PCM) -
St. Joseph Cathedral High School
Ordinary Level Certificate of Secondary School -
Bendel Memorial Secondary School
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