About

Detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a First-Class Honours degree from the University of Nairobi and awards for top academic performance. Skilled in cost estimation, procurement, contract administration, and project financial control across diverse construction projects. Proficient in digital cost management tools and knowledgeable in sustainable practices (LEED, EDGE). Experienced in project documentation, site coordination, and teamwork to deliver quality and timely results.

Skills

  • BACHELOR IN QUANTITY SURVEYING
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  • English and Kiswahili
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Experience

George Oibi

Work experience
  • Spearheaded the preparation of highly detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and tender documents for infrastructure projects exceeding KES 500 million, ensuring precision, regulatory compliance, and alignment with design intent.
  •  Conducted timely interim valuations and liaised with multidisciplinary consultants including Quantity Surveyors, Architects, and Engineers to expedite certification and payment processes.
  •  Compiled insightful weekly and monthly progress reports outlining project milestones, financial updates, and emerging site challenges to guide strategic decision-making.
  •  Participated actively in site meetings and produced detailed reports, contributing to project scheduling, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment.
  •  Oversaw daily site operations by directing skilled and unskilled labour teams, upholding workmanship quality, safety standards, and productivity benchmarks.
  •  Implemented digital cost control frameworks to monitor financial performance, identify cost deviations, and reinforce budgetary discipline.
  •  Led proactive site inspections and risk audits across diverse construction typologies—building, road, and waterworks— to promote compliance and project resilience.
  •  Enhanced digital workflows using software tools such as WinQs and PlanSwift, improving reporting accuracy, data integration, and cost forecasting efficacy.

George Oibi

Education
  •  First-Class Honours Graduate
  • Academic Research: Assessed the effectiveness of the National Housing Policy in promoting local contractor participation in affordable housing projects
  •  Awards & Recognition:
  • Basco Paints Company Limited Prize – Second Best Overall Student in Quantity Surveying
  • Mathu and Gachuri Award – Best Third-Year Student, Department of Real Estate, Construction Management, and Quantity Surveying

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