El-Bethel Buyanzi

About

Civil Engineering student at the Technical University of Kenya with practical experience in structural design, site supervision, reinforced concrete works, and building retrofitting. Demonstrated leadership as President of AECAS and Corporate Outreach Officer at Engineering Hub, successfully leading multidisciplinary teams, developing industry partnerships, and delivering engineering projects. Passionate about sustainable infrastructure, construction, and structural engineering.

Work

Engineering Hub

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Corporate Outreach Officer

Nairobi, Kenya

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Summary

Highlights

Coordinated sponsorship outreach and stakeholder engagement for Engineering Hub initiatives.

Represented the organization at engineering and construction networking events.

Association of Engineering, Construction and Architecture Students

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President

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

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Summary

Highlights

Grew membership from 2 to over 200 members across 17 disciplines within four months.

Established governance and accountability systems, including monthly performance reporting.

Led strategic partnerships, professional events, and industry engagement initiatives.

Developed partnerships with corporate organizations, professional bodies, and industry stakeholders.

Urban Better Nairobi Hub

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Run Leader

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

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Summary

Highlights

Coordinated data collection during three Urban Better Runs to support evidence-based urban planning.

Analyzed datasets to inform urban policy and sustainable development initiatives.

Represented the organization at stakeholder engagement events, including the KGBS Green Building Conference.

Rickfes Construction Ltd

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Civil Engineering Trainee

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

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Summary

Highlights

Designed the structural framework for a modern hotel constructed from shipping containers.

Produced detailed structural drawings and reinforcement detailing using AutoCAD.

Performed structural calculations to verify stability, strength, and serviceability of the proposed structure.

Collaborated with senior engineers throughout the design development and technical review process.

Antique Build Solutions

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Site Supervisor

Migaa Golf Estate, Rift Valley, Kenya

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Summary

Highlights

Supervised structural retrofitting works on a structurally distressed building at Migaa Golf Estate.

Coordinated the installation of additional beams and columns, reducing slab deflection from approximately 60 mm to 5 mm.

Monitored construction activities to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Supervised the construction of a reinforced perimeter wall for a residential development in Gathiga, improving site security and access control.

Landmark Holdings Ltd

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Carpenter

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

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Summary

Highlights

Constructed and assembled timber, marine board, eco-board, and aluminium formwork systems for reinforced concrete works.

Constructed and installed formwork systems for Uvuvi House, the proposed Kenya Fisheries Headquarters.

Ensured formwork accuracy, alignment, and stability prior to reinforcement placement and concrete casting.

Landmark Holdings Ltd

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Plumber

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

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Summary

Highlights

Assisted in replacing ageing cast iron water supply pipelines with galvanized iron piping systems.

Installed roof drainage systems and downpipes to improve stormwater management.

Worked alongside multidisciplinary construction teams during the development of the CBK Police Housing Project in Industrial Area.

Ensured plumbing installations complied with project specifications and construction standards.

Education

Technical University of Kenya

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Bachelor of Engineering Civil Engineering Grade:

Zalego Institute of Technology

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Certificate Program Android Application Development Grade:

Languages

English

Swahili

Skills

Technical Skills

Structural Design and Analysis, Structural Detailing, Site Supervision, Concrete Quality Control, Masonry Design.

Tools

AutoCAD, ETABS, Prokon, Manual Structural Calculations, Zoho Suite.

Professional Skills

Leadership, Corporate Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Team Coordination, Technical Communication, Problem Solving.

Portfolio website

Check out my portfolio website buyanzi.com for more detailed information of my civil engineering work..

References

CPM Patrick Mwangi

CEO, Rickfes Construction Ltd | Email: patrick@rickfes.co.ke

Joel Cenas Ojung’a

MD, Antique Build Solutions Ltd | Email: ojayc19@gmail.com

Arch Dr.-Ing Joseph Kedogo

Patron, AECAS-TUK | Email: kedogo@tukenya.ac.ke

CPM Nashon Okowa

Director, Beacon Africa Consultants | Email: nashon.okowa@gmail.com