Joseph Victor Ssemaganda
Electrical Engineer
Kampala,102
Summary
Detail-oriented Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in project management, construction supervision, and power-line design implementation. Seeking to leverage technical expertise and collaborative skills to contribute effectively as an Electrical Engineer.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Project Manager and Design Engineer
TBEA Shenyang Electric Technology Consulting Co.
03.2021 - 04.2024
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Actively participated in weekly project reviews with senior management to discuss progress updates, challenges faced, potential solutions, and future plans.
- Led team meetings to assess project progress and plan appropriately to meet delivery targets.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers for relations.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Supported timely project delivery by proactively identifying risks and developing mitigation plans.
- Planned, monitored and analyzed project costs to meet financial goals.
- Monitored and tracked project metrics and collected data to share with project members.
- Played an integral role in the development and implementation of project quality assurance measures, resulting in improved outcomes and greater client satisfaction.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing time-saving tools.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Assisted in the successful completion of projects by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining documentation.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Played a key role in resolving conflicts between team members or stakeholders that could potentially delay projects or increase costs.
Operations Supervisor
Masanyalaze Group Limited
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Led continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and enhancing overall productivity levels within the organization.
- Implemented quality control systems to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction evident with 10 count decrease in customer complaints per day
- Outsourced unnecessary services to save on labor, supplies and equipment costs and adhere to company budgets.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and addressing employee concerns promptly.
- Facilitated change management efforts during periods of organizational restructuring or process reengineering projects.
- Evaluated team member performance and productivity, provided feedback and implemented corrective actions.
- Encouraged and promoted ideas aligned to business needs and benefits.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for improving overall business performance.
- Compiled training materials for new employees and tracked skill development.
- Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
- Tracked company equipment, tools and technology to manage inventory.
- Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
Projects Engineer
Masanyalaze Group Limited
04.2019 - 02.2021
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications supported by bi-monthly site verification visits.
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
- Implemented process improvements to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.
- Analyzed data gathered from project progress reports to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and execute engineering projects, ensuring seamless collaboration and integration of diverse skill sets.
- Optimized resource allocation for multiple concurrent projects to ensure timely completion without sacrificing quality or exceeding budgets.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Liaised with clients' representatives to ensure satisfactory delivery, efficient and effective project execution.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Planning And Management
Uganda Management Institute, Kampala
Plot 50,52 Jinja Road 07.2022 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Makerere University, Kampala
7062 University Road, Kampala 09.2013 - 01.2019
Skills
Power system design, installation, monitoring and maintenance
Data management and analysis (Ms excel, Access)
Quality Control
Development Milestone Planning (Ms projects)
Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Adaptability and Flexibility
Effective and efficient communication (G-suite, zoom, Ms Word and Power point)
Performance monitoring
Documentation And Reporting
Continuous Improvement
Technical planning (execution and resource allocation)
References
Mr. Marvin Bagatya
Overall accounting officer,
Masanyalaze Group Limited.
bagatyamarvin@gmail.com
0704056919
Ms. Winnie Bukirwa
Senior Construction Engineer,
Rural Electrification Program,
Ministry of energy and mineral development.
winfredbukirwa@gmail.com
0774575072
Timeline
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Planning And Management
Uganda Management Institute, Kampala
07.2022 - 03.2024
Assistant Project Manager and Design Engineer
TBEA Shenyang Electric Technology Consulting Co.
03.2021 - 04.2024
Operations Supervisor
Masanyalaze Group Limited
07.2020 - 02.2021
Projects Engineer
Masanyalaze Group Limited
04.2019 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Makerere University, Kampala
09.2013 - 01.2019