Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 19 years of experience, this accomplished civil engineer excels in contract management, project proposal preparation, and project life cycle management. Career highlights include successfully managing large-scale projects, such as a $1.5 billion contract for the Tangi Camp extension. Expertise encompasses enhancing bid compliance, achieving an 80% success rate, and improving organizational efficiency through innovative processes. Previously held leadership roles, such as Contracts Manager, have seen responsibilities include training and auditing within ISO standards, significantly reducing company costs on external training.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as Total Energies E&P, Tullow Oil Uganda Limited, and CNOOC Uganda Limited. Responsibilities have included contract administration and project implementation in the oil and gas sector. Notable projects include a $1.5 billion contract for the Tangi Camp extension. These initiatives, primarily located in Uganda, focus on infrastructure development, particularly in the construction and restoration of oil wells and camps.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in civil engineering, infrastructure development, oil and gas, community development, and agriculture, the expert has held key roles such as Contracts Manager, Materials Engineer, and Design Engineer. Responsibilities have spanned contract administration to project planning and implementation. Cross-cutting expertise includes integrating infrastructure projects within rural development, particularly in Uganda, enhancing regional development and compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Geographic experience is extensive in Uganda, managing significant infrastructure projects in regions like Karuma, Packwach, and Northern Uganda, providing a deep understanding of local governance and regional development challenges.

Languages and education

Proficient in English, the expert uses this language extensively in professional roles, including managing international contracts and collaborating with multinational teams in the oil and gas sector. This competence facilitates effective communication and project management in diverse and multilingual environments. Educational background includes a Master's degree in Management with a specialization in Project Planning and Management from Uganda Management Institute, Uganda, a Post Graduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management from the same institution, and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Makerere University, Uganda. These qualifications provide a solid foundation in management and engineering disciplines.