IAN KUNG U
@iankungu
Project Manager delivering infrastructure and last-mile connectivity projects with field-ready execution.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven Project Manager with 5+ years’ experience delivering infrastructure, engineering, and last-mile connectivity projects. I’ve led project execution from planning to completion, coordinating field teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards.
I bring strong stakeholder coordination and site operations experience—liaising with technical teams, clients, and local authorities, supporting procurement follow-up, and conducting site follow-ups to maintain safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. I also strengthen delivery with project scheduling (MS Project), timeline tracking, risk identification & mitigation, and clear progress reporting that highlights risks, delays, and mitigation actions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Developed and implemented HR policies ensuring compliance with labour laws and
donor requirements.
Led recruitment, onboarding, and performance management processes to enhance
team efficiency.
Managed payroll, benefits administration, and staff welfare programs.
Oversaw daily administrative functions, including procurement, office management,
and travel logistics.
Ensured compliance wit
Project Coordinator
FormCraft Design Studio
Jan 2023 - Apr 2025 (2 years 3 months)
Coordinated multiple field-based projects to support site readiness, resource allocation, and timely execution. Developed and maintained project schedules, liaised with technical teams and stakeholders, and prepared progress reports highlighting risks and mitigation actions.
Come up with Program Of Works For all Projects.
Tracking of projects using Program Of Works.
Provide Comprehensive Daily Reports from MSProject i.e. Burn-down Reports, Overview Reports , Cost and Resource Reports.
Provide Solutions on Project Delays &Project Resource Overruns.
Coordinate Site Requirements such as Employees, Equipment and other Resources Required.
Compile Daily, Weekly and Monthl
Project Manager
Shalfa Holdings Limited
Jul 2021 - Apr 2022 (9 months)
Led execution of construction and infrastructure projects from planning to completion. Coordinated field teams and subcontractors, managed schedules and budgets, ensured safety/quality/regulatory compliance, and communicated with clients and local authorities while managing project risks.
Created and maintained Gantt charts to track project milestones, improving project delivery efficiency by 20%.
Managed ERP systems for real-time project tracking, ensuring accurate resource allocation and reducing overhead costs by 15%.
Assisted in AutoCAD activities, contributing to the timely completion of design documentation
Projects Coordinator / Planner
Burhani Engineers Limited
Sep 2020 - Jul 2021 (10 months)
Supported planning and execution of engineering projects, including scheduling and resource allocation. Assisted with work plans, cost estimates, and timelines, and coordinated documentation and approvals while monitoring progress and updating tracking systems for reporting.
Research Assistant
GAME Centre
Jun 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year 2 months)
Conducted baseline research and evaluation by collecting and analyzing data to support decision-making. Improved data accuracy and data entry processes using advanced data collection tools.
Research Assistant
Jun 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year 2 months)
Conducted baseline research and evaluation activities, collecting and analyzing data to support decision-making.
Improved data accuracy by 25% through the use of advanced data collection tools.
Enhanced data entry processes, reducing errors and improving efficiency by 30%
Research Assistant
GAME Center
Jun 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year 2 months)
Managed and analyzed data to support decision-making and reporting. Prepared reports and insights related to market and operational performance.
Applied SAP software for financial allocations, ensuring accurate budget tracking and reducing discrepancies by 20%.
Conducted feasibility studies for project planning, contributing to the successful implementation of the Last-Mile Project.
Finance & Resource Allocation Intern
Kenya Power & Lighting Company
Jan 2017 - Apr 2017 (3 months)
Supported implementation of last-mile electrification projects through resource tracking and reporting. Assisted with budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting for field operations.
Assisted in resource allocation for various projects, optimizing budget utilization by 15%.
Utilized MS Project and Microsoft Office tools for task management, improving team productivity by 20%
Volunteer
Moi Educational Centre
Jan 2015 - Mar 2015 (2 months)
Supported administrative coordination across departments and assisted with documentation and operational tasks.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
United States International University - Africa
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ADMINSTRATION, Project Management
2018 - 2021
United States International University - Africa
Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration, Project Management
2018 - 2021
Earned a Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration with a focus on Project Management from 2018 to 2021.
United States International University (USIU)
Bachelor of Business, International Business
Earned a Bachelor of Business in International Business in 2021 at USIU.
Strathmore University
Bachelor of Business, Financial Economics
Earned a Bachelor of Business in Financial Economics in 2020 at Strathmore University.
strathmore university
2013 - 2017
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