MK Consulting Engineers

Office Address

Kapita Road (area 18B Junction) Along presidential way, Lilongwe Malawi.

Phone Number

+265 999 289 070

+265 884 519 410

Email Address

infodesk@mkconsultantsmw.com

kuwonga@yahoo.com

Construction supervision of office building ,warehouse and associated external works for MANEB-ZOMBA CITY.

This large-scale institutional project involves the construction supervision of the Malawi National Examination Board (MANEB) “Marking Center” and auxiliary facilities in Zomba City. Following the successful completion of the design phase by MK Consulting Engineers, the firm was independently retained to manage the construction oversight of this multi-functional campus.

With a contract value of USD 3,400,000, the project is scheduled over a 15-month duration. It serves as a critical piece of national infrastructure, providing the secure and expansive environment required for the processing of national examinations.

Narrative Description of Infrastructure

The development is a comprehensive complex designed for high-security academic logistics and administrative functions:

  • The Marking Center: A flagship four-story office block specifically designed to facilitate the high-volume grading and processing of national examination papers.

  • Storage & Logistics: A large-scale warehouse designed for the secure storage of sensitive examination materials and institutional assets.

  • Site Security & Aesthetics: The project includes the construction of a robust block fence for perimeter security, along with extensive landscaping works to integrate the new buildings into the Zomba City landscape.

  • External Works: Development of associated external infrastructure, including drainage, access paths, and utility connections.

Professional Services and Contract Management

The consultancy provides high-level administrative and technical oversight to ensure the project meets its 15-month delivery target with zero compromise on quality. Key services include:

  • Construction Supervision & Quality Control: Rigorous daily monitoring of structural works, material specifications, and finishing standards across the four-story block and warehouse.

  • Financial & Technical Validation: A critical component of the role involves reviewing and approving Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs), ensuring that the contractor is paid accurately for work verified on-site.

  • Contract Administration: Issuing formal Site Instructions to manage design clarifications and providing constant oversight through regular site meetings with MANEB leadership.

  • Reporting: Preparing detailed technical and financial reports for the Director of Corporate Services, D. Nampota, to maintain transparent project tracking.

Project Leadership

The supervision is led by a senior technical team with deep experience in Malawian institutional projects:

  • Moses Kalenga (Project Manager): Leads the contract administration, stakeholder management, and final approval of all technical deliverables.

  • Hope Sichula (Civil Engineer / Inspector of Works): Provides the technical “eyes on the ground,” managing quality control, site inspections, and the verification of works for IPC approval.