Katunge Mutua

Registered Architect with over ten years of progressive experience managing public construction projects, multidisciplinary consultant teams and contract administration within the built environment sector. Experienced in delivering projects from concept design through construction, coordinating contractors, consultants, government agencies and end users to ensure quality, cost, program and statutory compliance. Strong background in project management, construction supervision, stakeholder coordination, procurement support and technical reporting across institutional, commercial and public infrastructure developments.

Chief Housing Officer - County Government of Kiambu - Kiambu

(2018-09)

• Lead implementation and oversight of housing, urban development and settlement programs within Kiambu County
• Supervise construction, monitoring and evaluation of housing and infrastructure projects
• Interpret and implement housing policies, legislation and development control frameworks
• Coordinate multidisciplinary stakeholders including planners, engineers, consultants and municipal teams
• Contribute to spatial planning, land identification and design coordination for public projects

Innovation and Smart Cities Intern - UN-HABITAT

(2025-08 - 2026-02)

• Framework & Strategy Alignment: Contributed to the development, review, and analysis of urban innovation initiatives and people-centered smart city frameworks to ensure alignment with masterplans, long-term policy objectives, and equitable, inclusive design principles.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration: Participated in multi-stakeholder technical workshops and cross-functional collaborations with municipal actors, planners, and development partners to better integrate urban design, technology, and governance systems.

Project Manager / Project Architect - County Government of Kiambu - Kiambu

(2024-06)

Currently leading implementation of a flagship municipal office development.

• Overall coordination of architects, structural, civil, electrical and mechanical engineers and quantity surveyors.
• Management of contractor performance, project progress and quality assurance.
• Monitoring program against approved construction schedules.
• Administration of contract correspondence, progress meetings and technical reports.
• Review of shop drawings, material approvals and contractor submissions.
• Coordination of statutory approvals and stakeholder engagement.
• Monitoring compliance with contract documents, specifications and quality standards.
• Resolution of technical and contractual issues arising during construction.
• Reporting project progress, risks and recommendations to senior management.

Architect, Project Implementation Team - County Government of Kiambu / World Bank - Kiambu, Thika, Kikuyu, Limuru, Ruiru

(2020-03 - 2023-01)

Architect supporting implementation of multiple World Bank-funded urban development and infrastructure projects.

• Monitored contractor performance and ensured compliance with contractual obligations
• Reviewed technical submissions, variations and implementation progress
• Supported delivery of public infrastructure including roads, markets and NMT projects
• Ensured quality control, reporting and contract administration processes

Resident Assistant Architect - County Government of Kiambu - Thika

(2018-01 - 2018-06)

Construction supervision of footbridges across the Thika Super Highway.

• Conducted site supervision and monitoring of contractor works
• Prepared progress reports and technical specifications
• Supported defect identification and resolution during construction phase
• Participated in site meetings and quality inspections

Assistant Architect - Third Dimension Concepts LTD - A.P.A Arcade Hurlinghum, Nairobi

(2015-02 - 2017-02)

• Supported architectural design development and project implementation
• Assisted in coordination of technicians and office operations
• Participated in client presentations and contract documentation

Intern - Tecta Consultants - Galana Road, Nairobi

(2012-01 - 2012-12)

• Supported architectural design development and project implementation
• Assisted in coordination of technicians and office operations
• Participated in client presentations and contract documentation

Intern - Edon Consultants International Limited - Timau Plaza, Nairobi

(2014-01 - 2014-12)

• Supported architectural design development and project implementation
• Assisted in coordination of technicians and office operations
• Participated in client presentations and contract documentation

Master's - African Women Leadership and Governance - The University of Nairobi (2023)

Bachelor - Architecture - Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (2009 - 2014)

Certificate - Business Management - Kenya Institute of Management (2008-01 - 2008-06)

KSCE - Loreto High School, Limuru (2004 - 2007)

St.Teresa's Primary School (1996 - 2003)