Bianca Phiri
Kalulushi
Summary
Dedicated and experienced civil engineer with a diploma in civil engineering from Copperbelt University, equipped with valuable freelance and professional experience in civil works. Quality-driven professional with experience spearheading civil projects. Successful at leading design and construction operations to maximize efficiency and minimize costs. Strong surveying, pattern analysis, and project management skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Engineer
Healthy Learners
Ndola
01.2022 - Current
- Directed construction projects for health rooms (sick bays) in schools across Ndola, Kabwe, and Mansa districts, enhancing access to healthcare for learners
- Collaborated with local communities, government agencies, and education stakeholders to ensure successful project implementation and handover
- Provided technical advice to project workers to apprise of issues and implement proactive solutions.
- Provided technical guidance and direction to contractors during the execution of projects.
- Negotiated with suppliers to procure high-quality materials at cost-effective prices.
- Coordinated the logistics of material delivery to ensure smooth project operations.
- Evaluated material samples submitted by contractor for quality assurance purposes.
- Estimated quantities and cost of materials, equipment or labor to determine project feasibility.
- Implemented quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of construction.
- Evaluated existing conditions on site with levels and plumb bobs.
- Maintained records of daily activities including measurements taken at various stages of construction.
Freelance Civil Engineer
Self
Kalulushi
09.2020 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple construction projects, demonstrating strong project management skills and attention to detail
- Oversaw renovation works of health worker houses and construction of a COVID-19 facility in Solwezi District, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timely completion
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and regulations.
- Conducted onsite inspections and prepared takeoffs for engineering project costing.
Site Engineer
Malatom Construction and Suppliers
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Led and supervised renovation works of health worker houses, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety regulations
- Managed the construction of a COVID-19 facility in Solwezi District, coordinating with contractors and stakeholders to meet project objectives
Education
Diploma - Civil Engineering and Construction
Copperbelt University
Zambia08.2020
Skills
- Proficient in AutoCAD
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Excel
- Proficient in PowerPoint
- Strong understanding of local planning regulations
- Strong understanding of design regulations
- Strong understanding of building regulations
- Experience in preparing building designs
- Experience in preparing contracts
- Experience in preparing budgets
- Experience in preparing technical documentation
- Proven ability to manage construction contracts
- Proven ability to oversee contractors
- Proven ability to ensure project compliance
- Excellent communication skills
- Detail-oriented
- Focus on quality control
- Focus on risk management
- Focus on problem-solving
- Quality control
- Project management
- Logistics coordination
- Site inspection
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Value management
- Milestone tracking
- Design specifications
- Health and safety
- On-site coordination
Additional Information
Fluent in English and Bemba., Demonstrated ability to work in a flexible and agile manner, adapting to changing project needs and environments.
References
- Ms Sharon Kabwe- Administration officer - Healthy Learners - 260971580678
- Mr Ngambi Aubrey- Site Engineer- Healthy Learners - 260964857493
- Mr Sakeni Japhet -Construction Coordinator - Healthy Learners, 0973272038
Accomplishments
- Most Improved Employee of the year 2024 (Healthy Learners NGO)
Award recognizes the Healthy learners staff member who has demonstrated personal or professional growth within a specific area over a certain amount of time. they have drastically improved in their performance of their roles as well as bettering themselves in relation to improving their skills
- Construction Project Management
Successfully managed the construction of 13 school sick bays, ensuring completion within the set deadlines.
Oversaw the construction of a COVID-19 healthcare facility in Solwezi, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.Coordinated substructure, superstructure, roofing, and finishing works for multiple school projects.
Managed contractor performance and payments, ensuring timely execution of works - Quality Control & Compliance
Conducted site inspections to verify structural integrity and adherence to building codes.
Supervised foundation footing, blockwork, slab casting, lintel work, and roofing installation to maintain high-quality standards.
Addressed misquantification issues, optimizing material usage and cost efficiency. - Problem-Solving & Crisis Management
Resolved water shortages at five schools by engaging local authorities to provide emergency water supply.
Managed a contractor transition at Chilabula Primary, ensuring seamless continuation of work after the initial builder abandoned the project. - Logistics & Procurement
Verified delivery notes and inspected materials, ensuring quality and quantity met project requirements.
Addressed material shortages, such as insufficient sand delivery at Gandhi Primary, by adjusting procurement plans.
Certification
- EIZ- certified
Languages
English
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Site Engineer
Healthy Learners
01.2022 - Current
Site Engineer
Malatom Construction and Suppliers
01.2021 - 01.2022
Freelance Civil Engineer
Self
09.2020 - Current
Diploma - Civil Engineering and Construction
Copperbelt University
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