I am a civil engineer with a passion for sustainable construction and green energy, with over ten years of experience in designing power line construction standards, quality assurance, sustainable building design, material specification, and education. I currently serve as an Officer Civil Projects Engineer at UEDCL Co. Ltd. in Kampala, leading civil infrastructure design for energy distribution networks, promoting BIM-enabled design coordination, and driving retrofit initiatives aligned with Net Zero climate action goals.

Isaac Wabbi

I am a civil engineer with a passion for sustainable construction and green energy, with over ten years of experience in designing power line construction standards, quality assurance, sustainable building design, material specification, and education. I currently serve as an Officer Civil Projects Engineer at UEDCL Co. Ltd. in Kampala, leading civil infrastructure design for energy distribution networks, promoting BIM-enabled design coordination, and driving retrofit initiatives aligned with Net Zero climate action goals.

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I am a civil engineer with a passion for sustainable construction and green energy, with over ten years of experience in designing power line construction standards, quality assurance, sustainable building design, material specification, and education.

I currently serve as an Officer Civil Projects Engineer at UEDCL Co. Ltd. in Kampala, leading civil infrastructure design for energy distribution networks, promoting BIM-enabled design coordination, and driving retrofit initiatives aligned with Net Zero climate action goals.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Officer Civil Projects Engineer at UEDCL Co. Ltd.
April 1, 2025 - Present
Led design development for civil infrastructure within energy distribution networks, including substations, support facilities, and access pathways. Managed the full project lifecycle from concept to execution, ensuring technical precision and successful delivery. Promoted BIM for design coordination, clash detection, and improved project execution. Implemented sustainable retrofitting to align assets with Net Zero climate action objectives. Optimized civil designs for constructability, cost efficiency, and long-term operational resilience in the energy sector.
Quality Assurance and Standards CAD Officer at UMEME Ltd.
March 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025
Part of the team developing construction standards and material specifications for overhead powerline distribution networks. Conducted power line quality inspections and commissioning of finished electrical distribution projects. Produced 2D/3D technical drawings using CAD technologies. Delivered trainings for staff on powerline construction standards and CAD drafting skills. Participated in technical evaluations and quality inspections of electrical materials. Managed Autodesk software licenses (AutoCAD and Inventor).
Startup Founder & Lead Design Engineer at The Lord Lives Designs
February 1, 2012 - Present
Led the conceptualization and development of sustainable architectural designs. Created detailed design drawings and specifications in compliance with building regulations and codes of design. Collaborated with clients to deliver tailored sustainable design solutions, overseeing project management, client relations, and final delivery.
Interior Design and Short Courses Instructor at Artfield Institute of Design
March 1, 2018 - October 11, 2025
Prepared instructional materials and lecture notes for interior design. Conducted and supervised lessons for interior design classes. Executed practical lessons for BIM and CAD programs in short courses. Evaluated and graded students through tests, exams, and presentations.
Building and Concrete Practice Instructor at Jinja Vocational Training Institute
November 1, 2013 - October 11, 2025
Prepared lecture notes, supervised practical lessons and fieldwork. Conducted evaluations and grading of students through tests, exams, and presentations. Participated in staff meetings and reported on building and concrete practice classes.
Officer Civil Projects Engineer at UEDCL Co. Ltd.
April 20, 2025 - Present
Led the design development for essential civil infrastructure within energy distribution networks, including substations, support facilities, and access pathways; oversaw the entire project lifecycle from initial design stages to execution; promoted Building Information Modeling (BIM) strategies for design coordination, clash detection, and improved project execution; implemented sustainable retrofitting of existing infrastructure assets to align results with Net Zero climate action objectives; focused on design optimization for constructability, cost efficiency, and long-term operational resilience within the energy sector; played a direct role in UEDCL's climate initiatives by incorporating sustainable engineering practices and retrofit solutions into key project outcomes.
Quality Assurance and Standards CAD Officer at UMEME Ltd.
March 31, 2025 - October 11, 2025
Part of the team that developed construction standards and material specifications for overhead powerline distribution networks; conducted power line quality inspections and commissioning of finished electrical distribution projects; development of 2D/3D technical drawings using the latest CAD technologies; prepared and conducted technical trainings for staff on powerline construction standards and CAD drafting skills; participated in technical evaluations and quality inspections of electrical materials; managed Autodesk software licenses (AutoCAD and Inventor).
Startup Founder & Lead Design Engineer at The Lord Lives Designs
February 1, 2012 - Present
Led the conceptualization and development of sustainable architectural designs; created detailed design drawings and specifications in compliance with building regulations and codes of design; collaborated with clients to deliver tailored sustainable design solutions, overseeing project management, client relations, and final delivery.
Officer Civil Projects Engineer at UEDCL Co. Ltd.
April 1, 2025 - Present
Led the design development for essential civil infrastructure within energy distribution networks, including substations, support facilities, and access pathways. Directed the full project lifecycle from concept to execution, promoted Building Information Modeling (BIM) for coordination and clash detection, and implemented sustainable retrofit solutions to align with Net Zero climate action objectives. Focused on design optimization for constructability, cost efficiency, and long-term operational resilience in the energy sector. Contributed to the company's climate initiatives by embedding sustainable engineering practices into key projects.
Quality Assurance and Standards CAD Officer at UMEME Ltd.
March 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025
Part of the team that developed construction standards and material specifications for overhead powerline distribution networks. Conducted power line quality inspections and commissioning of finished electrical distribution projects. Developed 2D/3D technical drawings using CAD software, and led trainings on powerline construction standards and CAD drafting. Participated in technical evaluations and quality inspections of electrical materials, and managed Autodesk software licenses.
Startup Founder & Lead Design Engineer at The Lord Lives Designs
February 1, 2012 - Present
Led the conceptualization and development of sustainable architectural designs. Created detailed design drawings and specifications in compliance with building regulations, and collaborated with clients to deliver tailored sustainable design solutions while overseeing project management, client relations, and final delivery.
Interior Design and Short Courses Instructor at Artfield Institute of Design
March 1, 2018 - October 11, 2025
Prepared instructional materials and lecture notes for the interior design class. Conducted and supervised lessons for the interior design class. Conducted and supervised practical lessons for short courses programs in various BIM and CAD programs. Conducted evaluation and grading of students through tests, exams and presentations.
Building and Concrete Practice Instructor at Jinja Vocational Training Institute
November 1, 2013 - October 11, 2025
Prepared lecture notes, supervised practical lessons and fieldwork. Conducted evaluation and grading of students through tests, exams and presentations. Attended staff meetings and presented reports about the building and concrete practice class.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil and Building Engineering at Kyambogo University
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2021
Bachelor of Vocational Studies in Technological Studies with Education at Kyambogo University
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2014
Diploma in Project Management at Alison Interactive Systems Online Distance Learning University Galway, Ireland
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2015
Diploma in Electrical Studies at Alison Interactive Systems Online Distance Learning University Galway, Ireland
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2015
Diploma in Quality Management at Alison Interactive Systems Online Distance Learning University Galway, Ireland
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2015
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil and Building Engineering at Kyambogo University
September 1, 2021 - October 11, 2025
Bachelor of Vocational Studies in Technological Studies with Education at Kyambogo University
February 1, 2014 - October 11, 2025
Diploma in Project Management at Alison Interactive Systems Online Distance Learning (University Galway), Ireland
February 1, 2015 - October 11, 2025
Diploma in Electrical Studies at Alison Interactive Systems Online Distance Learning (University Galway), Ireland
April 1, 2015 - October 11, 2025
Diploma in Quality Management at Alison Interactive Systems Online Distance Learning (University Galway), Ireland
June 1, 2015 - October 11, 2025
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil and Building Engineering at Kyambogo University
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2021
Bachelor of Vocational Studies in Technological Studies with Education at Kyambogo University
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2014
Diploma in Project Management at Alison Interactive Systems Online Distance Learning University Galway, Ireland
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2015
Diploma in Electrical Studies at Alison Interactive Systems Online Distance Learning University Galway, Ireland
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2015
Diploma in Quality Management at Alison Interactive Systems Online Distance Learning University Galway, Ireland
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2015

Qualifications

Graduate Member - UIPE
October 1, 2022 - October 11, 2025
Associate Member - The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Graduate Member - GM/3046
October 1, 2022 - October 11, 2025
Associate Member - IET
October 1, 2021 - October 31, 2022
Graduate Member - UIPE
October 1, 2022 - October 11, 2025
IET Associate Member
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Education