David Sakala
Lusaka
Summary
Experienced civil engineer with 14+ years in project management, construction optimization, and industrial engineering. Holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree. Proven track record in delivering efficient solutions and enhancing construction maintenance processes. Committed to achieving excellence through teamwork and continuous learning.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Megatech Industrial Engineering and Consultancy Limited
Lusaka
03.2025 - Current
- Developed strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency across projects.
- Oversaw financial management and budgeting for project execution.
- Analyzed industry trends to guide decision-making and strategic direction.
- Prepared structural designs using AutoCAD ProtaStructure and Robot Structural Analysis software.
- Utilized surveying equipment for data collection on dam design projects for Zamgrain Agriculture Tembusha Farming Limited and Posa Farming Limited.
- Spearheaded construction of a dormitory for Kazungula Town Council at Katapazi Secondary School.
- Designed manganese processing plant and support infrastructure for Amar Ferro Alloys Limited.
- Designed and Supervised construction of reinforced concrete silage bunkers for Lake Agro Industries.
- Designed and supervised of Warehouse for Genron Vehicles Limited.
Director of Technical Services
Burusu Construction Limited
Lusaka
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Supervision and Quality Control of projects on construction and maintenance of filling stations, private residential housing and office buildings.
- Quantity surveying and preparation of budget estimates for project bidding and implementation.
- Management of subcontractors on construction projects.
- Management of timelines and cost tracking of construction projects under implementation.
- Facilitation of statutory approvals and permits for construction, Energy Regulation Board(ERB), National Construction Council and Local Planning Authorities.
Assistant Director of Engineering
Chilanga Town Council
Chilanga
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Participated in District Planning Advisory Committee meetings to discuss community development strategies.
- Developed design specifications for construction tasked government institutional infrastructure including health posts, classroom blocks, police posts, housing units, markets, and bus stations.
- Design and Supervision of Bridges, Culvert crossing points and Drainage systems.
- Design and Supervision of Solar Powered Water Schemes.
- Supervision and certification of construction works under government contracts.
- Supervised and certified construction works on government contracts, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.
- Monitored and enforced implementation timelines for government and cooperating partner funded projects, promoting accountability and timely completion.
Water Supply and Sanitation Coordinator
Serenje Town Council
Serenje
03.2013 - 09.2023
- Contributed to planning sessions that developed strategic initiatives.
- Planning, Coordination and Implementation of Sanitation and Hygiene behavioral change campaign projects (Community Led Total Sanitation, School Led Total Sanitation and Menstrual Hygiene).
- Conducted geophysical surveys to assess subsurface conditions.
- Designed boreholes to access groundwater effectively. and drilling.
- Submersible and Hand Installed submersible and hand pumps to enhance water access..
- Executed pump testing to evaluate performance and efficiency.
- Performed environmental protection and impact assessments to ensure compliance with regulations and safeguard local ecosystems.
- Design of Solar Powered Water Schemes, Bridges, Culvert crossing points and Drainage.
- Designed and constructed traditional and VIP institutional latrines to improve sanitation facilities and promote public health.
Water Engineer and Draughtsman
DH Engineering Consultants Limited
Lusaka
10.2012 - 03.2013
- Designed and supervised installation of water, firefighting, sewer, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for shopping malls, housing complexes, hotels, hospitals, and filling stations.
- Designed water reticulation network for Chaminuka Holiday Estates, enhancing water distribution efficiency.
- Design of Water Sewer and Ventilation for PUMA service station along Mosi-oa-Tunya Road in Livingstone.
- Design and Supervision of installation of fuel systems for filling stations.
- Designed water, sewer, and ventilation systems for PUMA service station along Mosi-oa-Tunya Road in Livingstone, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Civil Engineering
Mulungushi University
ZambiaDiploma - Water Engineering
Natural Ressources Development College
Lusaka, Zambia 04.2009 - 11.2012
Certificate - Grade 12 School Certificate
St Raphael's Secondary School
01.2000 - 12.2004
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Construction management
- Project supervision
- Quality control
- Quantity surveying
- AutoCAD
- Robot Structural Analysis
- Protastructure
- Building Information Modelling
- ArcGIS
- QGIS
- ArcGIS and QGIS
- Engineering Survey
Certification
- Registered Engineer - Engineering Registration Board (EngRB)
- Professional Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
Languages
- English, C2
- Tonga, C1
- Chewa, C1
- Lozi, C1
- Bemba, B2
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Megatech Industrial Engineering and Consultancy Limited
03.2025 - Current
Director of Technical Services
Burusu Construction Limited
03.2024 - 03.2025
Assistant Director of Engineering
Chilanga Town Council
09.2023 - 03.2024
Water Supply and Sanitation Coordinator
Serenje Town Council
03.2013 - 09.2023
Water Engineer and Draughtsman
DH Engineering Consultants Limited
10.2012 - 03.2013
Diploma - Water Engineering
Natural Ressources Development College
04.2009 - 11.2012
Certificate - Grade 12 School Certificate
St Raphael's Secondary School
01.2000 - 12.2004
Bachelor's Degree - Civil Engineering
Mulungushi University