Dr. James Konya, PhD

Experience

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  Guru Nanak - Kericho

  Oct 2000 - Dec 2001

  Clerk of Works

   Well supervised and managed site Interpretation of drawings on site Inspection of workmanship and quality of works and materials on site Correct, required quantities of material delivered to the site and used well Coordinate contractors, consultants and works on site Works executed as per program, accurate reports submitted on time and all materials, clarification and drawings from clients’ side delivered on time. Accurate documentation and documents archiving

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  Airtel

  Jan 2002 - Aug 2008

  Projects Engineer/Implementation Manager (Acting)

   Achievement of planned BTS/BSC sites on air dates Prompt implementation of projects Prompt resolution of implementation issues Budgetary savings Effective use of company equipment Minimal disputes with contractors Prompt payment to contractors Reliable documents in as built and pilot study files Objective planning, prompt execution and supervision of works Manage contractors and monitor work schedules Manage Construction team  Verification of ordered equipment and ensure quality service by suppliers Show less

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  Telkom Kenya

  Sept 2008 - Jun 2009

  Senior Engineer - Civil & Structural Works

   Follow up of construction planning with suppliers Acceptances of GSM/Transmission/BSC sites civil works including Electrical and Air conditioning works Acceptance of Engineering plans and As Built documents Organize follow up meetings with suppliers Check and validate quotations and invoices regarding sites Civil works  Train and coach Junior Civil works Engineers

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  Essar Telecom Kenya Limited (yuMobile)

  Jul 2009 - Jan 2015

  Manager - Projects & Regional Operations

   Direct and manage project development from beginning to end  Provide Technical leadership in all project scope areas  Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals  Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary  Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path  Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools  Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans  Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle  Conduct project past mortems and prepare recommendations in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements  Manage project team, risk, schedule and materials Show less

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  Safaricom

  Feb 2015 - now

  Manager - Projects Delivery