Benard Koskei
Nairobi
Summary
Professional civil engineering expert with a strong background in infrastructure and development projects. Highly skilled in team collaboration and achieving impactful results, consistently adapting to changing project demands. Proficient in construction materials testing, concrete technology, project management, geotechnical engineering, and environmental sustainability. Experienced in optimizing resource utilization and leading cross-functional teams, while ensuring strict adherence to industry and regulatory standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Services Engineer
Bamburi Cement PLC
05.2015 - Current
- R&D and Successful deployment of sustainable cement solutions to Projects, notably adoption of blast furnace slag cement for use in chemically aggressive environment and marine projects with impactful gains from a sustainable angle. One Key Project, a 500meter Makupa Causeway bridge in the Kenyan coastal region realized net CO2 reductions of approximate 10 million through adoption of the slag cement in place of the ordinary portland cement.
- Development of value added product solutions like 3D concrete ink using locally available material, self compacting concrete using Portland Pozzolana cement, light weight concrete, high strength concrete (C60 and 80) and customer specified lean concrete whose contribution margin for the ready-mix segment was over 30%.
- Supervise a team of 8 Quality Technicians in the concrete laboratory effectively delivering cost and optimization KPIs 10% under budget through effective resource management and cost-saving initiatives.
Civil Project Engineer - Geotechnical and QC
Toyo Construction Co. Limited
03.2013 - 05.2015
- Re-designed surcharge material application in selected reclaimed sections deemed to have an impact on the critical path of the project allowing overall project completion 7 months in advance
- Developed proposals for use of available material (reclaimed sand) in development of subgrade and cement treated base course layers for the container terminal, effectively reducing the cost of execution of earthworks and significant reduction in construction duration of the container terminal pavement
- Developed method statements and QA/QC management plans for construction of various pavement structures for the container terminal on the reclaimed land that were approved and adopted.
Materials and Geotechnical Engineer
Geo Con Limited
08.2009 - 03.2013
- Performed advanced laboratory testing on soils, rocks, and construction materials to ensure safe and efficient building practices.
- Established quality control procedures within the organization''s geotechnical laboratory operations, elevating the accuracy and reliability of test results produced internally or by subcontractors outside the company network.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by providing timely technical support during all phases of design and construction activities.
- Supported business development in preparation of technical and financial bids for prospective projects
- Effectively spearheaded procurement and commissioning of geotechnical drilling rigs, accessories, and additional laboratory testing equipment for use in the mobile laboratory for one of their key Projects, Lake Turkana wind-farm development saving the company on subcontracting costs
Materials and Geotechnical Engineer
Geo Con Limited
08.2009 - 03.2013
- Performed advanced laboratory testing on soils, rocks, and construction materials to ensure safe and efficient building practices.
- Conducted field inspections and monitoring programs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices in geotechnical engineering.
- Managed subsurface investigations to provide accurate data for geotechnical analyses, minimizing risks during project execution.
- Designed various classes of concrete mixes, notable feat at the time high flow concrete for piling works and self-compacting concrete
- Effectively managed a Client’s ready-mix concrete batching plant (H-Young & Co EA Limited) from preparation of plant quality management system, development of concrete mixes to strict enforcement of the quality control process for their
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil And Structural Engineering
Moi University
Eldoret, KenyaSkills
- Advanced concrete technology
- Project management
- Budgeting and cost estimation
- Regulatory compliance
- Site development
- EDGE Expert
Conference Presentations
- Innovations towards sustainable development and customer satisfaction: 3rd East Africa Transport & Infrastructure Projects - (2016)
- Climate Change - Sustainability Impact of Bamburi Cement PLC Solutions: National Construction Authority (NCA) Annual Contractors Conference - (2023)
Professional Affiliations and Memberships
- Engineers Board of Kenya - (2013 - current)
- Institute of Engineers of Kenya - (2021 - current)
Certification
- IFC EDGE Expert - (Current)
- Advanced Concrete Technology : SCT 41 - (2015)
Professional Skills
- Excellent critical thinking skills to identify alternative approaches and solutions to complex problems.
- Strong ability to manage material resources in order to determine the appropriate use of facilities and equipment.
- Skilled in coordinating projects and keeping all parties on the same path to stay on schedule.
Timeline
Technical Services Engineer
Bamburi Cement PLC
05.2015 - Current
Civil Project Engineer - Geotechnical and QC
Toyo Construction Co. Limited
03.2013 - 05.2015
Materials and Geotechnical Engineer
Geo Con Limited
08.2009 - 03.2013
Materials and Geotechnical Engineer
Geo Con Limited
08.2009 - 03.2013
- IFC EDGE Expert - (Current)
- Advanced Concrete Technology : SCT 41 - (2015)
Bachelor of Science - Civil And Structural Engineering
Moi University
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