Victor Koech

Civil Engineer with over 6 years of experience delivering road and highway infrastructure projects across design, construction supervision, pavement engineering and road asset management. Proven experience managing Performance-Based Contract (PBC) projects, leading multidisciplinary inspection teams, coordinating contractors, and supporting project planning, procurement and contract administration. Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Project, with a proven ability to deliver safe, high-quality and sustainable transport infrastructure.

Road Engineer – Corridor B (Project Support Staff) - Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) - Kenya

(2025-01)

• Administered Performance-Based Contract (PBC) road maintenance programmes for the Kaplong–Kisii (B6) and Amala River–Kaplong (B7) roads, monitoring contractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual service levels, quality standards and project specifications.
• Contributed to the preliminary design of a 2.5 km dual carriageway in Bomet town and completed the design of a 1.5 km service road for Lorna Laboso Hospital, Bomet County.
• Applied ASTM D6433 Pavement Condition Index (PCI) methodology to assess pavement surface condition, identify distress mechanisms and support rehabilitation planning.
• Conducted annual road asset inventory and condition assessment programmes using DRIMS, analysing pavement condition data to support maintenance prioritisation, asset management and investment planning.
• Prepared monthly project progress reports and interim payment certificates (IPCs) for contractor payment processing and performance monitoring.
• Prepared work plans and tender packaging for the Amala River–Kaplong Road project.
• Coordinate contractors to deliver project scope, programme and contractual requirements.

Assistant Road Engineer – Corridor B (Project Support Staff) - Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) - Kenya

(2023-01 - 2025-01)

• Supported delivery of the Performance-Based Contract (PBC) for the 55 km Kaplong–Kisii (B6) Road by monitoring contractor performance and compliance with contractual service levels.
• Prepared construction drawings for culverts, traffic signage, centreline markings and road furniture, and drafted Engineer's Instructions for Resident Engineer approval and contractor implementation.
• Conducted a road safety audit on the Bonchari section near Keroka Town, identifying accident black spots and recommending engineering interventions to improve road safety.
• Managed utility coordination with Kenya Power, Bomet County Government and the contractor to relocate power lines at Kaplong Junction, supporting the timely delivery of the junction capacity enhancement works.
• Prepared Monthly Progress Reports (MPRs), Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs) and contractor performance reports, supporting project delivery and contract administration.
• Managed quality assurance for pavement construction by reviewing field inspection and laboratory test data to verify compliance with project specifications for aggregate grading, base course materials, asphalt placement temperatures, compaction and California Bearing Ratio (CBR) requirements.

Road Inspector – Corridor B (Project Support Staff) - Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) - Kenya

(2019-05 - 2023-01)

• Inspected pavement and drainage works, including asphalt paving, surface dressing and shoulder reinstatement, to verify compliance with project specifications.
• Maintained accurate daily site records, measurement sheets, and progress reports for road construction and maintenance works.
• Collaborated with the Base Commanders for Bomet and Kisii Counties to obtain accident reports, supporting road safety planning and engineering decision-making.
• Identified and reported on-site challenges including vandalism, encroachments, and drainage failures to ensure timely corrective action.

Attachment / Laboratory Research Assistant - Ministry of Transport & Infrastructure – Material Testing and Research Division - Nairobi, Kenya

(2018-09 - 2018-11)

• Assisted in conducting laboratory tests on road construction materials to verify compliance with national and international quality standards.
• Collected and prepared samples of soil, aggregates, and concrete for detailed laboratory testing and documentation.
• Participated in field sampling and in-situ testing including density, compaction, and moisture content determination.
• Supported the preparation of laboratory reports summarizing test results and compliance observations for project engineers.

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering - Technical University of Kenya

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - Mother of Apostles Seminary

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - St. Patrick Primary School