CONTRACT MANAGEMENT, A NEEDED SKILL.
Skilling and learning, especially in the engineering sector never ends. It is
a continuous process that grounds professionals in what they do.
Therefore, it is for this reason that the Contract Administration Local and
International CPD was held on 25th to 27th September 2019 at Eureka
Hotel, Ntinda.
The training, which attracted 127 participants, discussed a number of
topics including Introduction to contract management, national and
international forms of contracts, types of contracts for engineering works,
dispute avoidance and resolution, which are in line with Contract
Administration Local and International.
Eng Michael Daka and Eng Patrick Batumbya, who are well grounded in
Contract Administration Local and International facilitated the training
which engaged both start up and experienced engineers.
In his opening remarks, Eng. Vincent Ochwo Olie the President UIPE urged
participants to engage facilitators to tap into their wealth of experience in
the field of engineering.
“I argue you all to engage them to extract knowledge from them,” he said.
The CPD, according to Eng. Batumbya, sought to equip participants with
contract management skills as well as updating them on activities within
the industry.
“This training isn’t meant for only first timers. It is meant for everyone
interested in gaining knowledge and clarity from people who are in the
field and have obtained some level of knowledge through practice and
international interactions,” he said.
.
This specific training, he said, seeks to make
a manager out of a professional, instead of
being a project engineer.
Apart from becoming better at contract
management, Eng. Batumbya said
participants would be able to have better
and credible references on any particular
contract as well as having advanced
knowledge on how to interpret conditions
on PPDA and in the red book on FIDIC
contract.
The knowledge gained, he said, would allow
them to have practical application when
dealing with contracts.
Eng. Batumbya also
indicated that the training is
a continuing professional
development event and
gives an opportunity to
those seeking registration in
the country with ERB and
UIPE to have an added
advantage that will be
considered during
registration.
UGANDA INSTITUTION OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
2019 ROUND UP NEWSLETTER
September –December 2019 V004
Participants with trainers Eng. Michael Daka and Eng.
Patrick Batumbya
MANY TURN UP FOR FIRST ADJUDICATION TRAINING
Conflicts and disputes are very inevitable in the everyday work place. This is because you are dealing with people from different
walks of life. The disputes are usually internal and external. The external disputes however affect the organization negatively for
companies end up losing clients or money when the disputes escalate to litigation.
UIPE as a way of empowering its members to handle disputes, organized a first adjudication training on 24th and 25th October 2019
at Eureka hotel with facilitators Eng. Michael Daka a managing Director Proess Limited Consulting Engineers and an Adjudicator
with UIPE and Advocate David Kaggwa a senior partner of Kaggwa &Kaggwa Advocates with specialization in Arbitration,
Construction law & Commercial Litigation.
When asked to give his take home from the participants as a facilitator, Eng. Daka said that there was interest for the subject and
this was evidenced from the 120 participants that turned up on both days. He said that from the questions asked, he noticed an
unswerving desire to learn more.
Participants in attendance were compelled to understand that going to court isn’t the best way of resolving construction disputes,
they would also understand the differences between adjudication and arbitration, litigation among others.
Eng. Yosia Deng an employee of Ministry of Education with Implementing Uganda Development skills program said his reason for
attending was to get equipped with the different dispute resolution methods and the training according to him served its purpose.
“I feel not cheated, am getting what I came here to receive.” he said.
The knowledge attained according to Eng. Michael Daka can be used internationally. “The principles attained apply across board
“he said. He encouraged UIPE to do more of these trainings however he expressed a need to improve trainer trainee ratio to at
least 1:25.
Participants during the adjudication training at Eureka Hotel Ntinda on 24th and 25th October 2019
According to Eng. Michael Daka, the main purpose for the training was to raise awareness
about the alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in construction sector as opposed to
going to court. (Litigation). He added that the training was met for all level people in the
construction sector as client organizations, Contractors and Consultants. “Any Engineer in
construction sector should understand these concepts. You cannot effectively run a
construction business without understanding construction contracts and disputes.” He
explained.
STARTING FROM THE ROOTS
Maintaining Professionalism in the Engineering Fraternity is one
of the core functions of UIPE. Achieving this doesn’t happen
overnight. For one to understand the view of a professional body,
work needs to be done starting from the grass roots. With this in
mind, UIPE with a grant from Royal Academy of Engineering UK
carried out outreaches to Uganda Christian University Mukono
and Kampala International University on the 22nd November and
10th December 2019 respectively.
The love for the profession from students was evident in
attendance records as students from both universities turned up
in big numbers. The outreach in Mukono attracted 119 students
and KIU 96 students.
The main purpose was to expose students to a number of career
development skills as they prepare to venture into the working
environment. During the outreaches, students were taken
through the advantages of joining UIPE, Expectations of
employers from employees, Professionalism and Career
Development in Engineering among others.
In his presentation on the value of UIPE as a professional body at
large, the President of UIPE, Eng. Vincent Ochwo Olie told
students that UIPE nurtures its members throughout the entire
engineering career. He added that this is done through career
development programs like Continuous Professional
Development organized by the institution on a subsided fee for
members.
Eng. Andrew Muhwezi a Senior Manager Water production of
National Water and Sewerage Cooperation and a UIPE Council
member addressed the dos and don’ts of the Engineering
work place.
He educated students about the 4Qs which were the
Intelligence, Emotional, Social and Adversarial Quotient. In
addition he told students that practicability is very key in the
Engineering field “Engineering being a very practical field, it is
important for your problem solving skills to be seen.” He
added. Other presenters were Mr. Kibowa Danstan , Mr.
Godfrey Rwakafunjo, and Eng. Jimmy Ola.
The few students that UIPE had a chance to interact with were
very appreciative of the visit. Nadia Namuli a student of
Uganda Christian University said that the visit was very
beneficial to them. “We now know what is expected of
us when we go out there in the working field and
how we can become members of UIPE.”
Professionalism and career growth is a journey and with baby
steps a lot can be achieved.
Eng. Vincent Ochwo Olie , President Uganda Institution of Professional
Engineers
Eng. Andrew Muhwezi during his presentation at KIU
Students of
Kampala
Internationa
l University
posing for
photos with
facilitators
and their
Dean
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OUTSTANDING ENGINEERS AWARDED
During last year’s Annual Awards Dinner, UIPE recognized and
appreciated those that had raised above others in the Engineering
Fraternity. This took place on the 29th November 2019 at Golf Course
Hotel Kampala. The dinner attracted Engineers from all engineering
disciplines .In attendance was Hon. Hilary Onek, Minister for Relief
Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Eng. Dr. Badru Kiggundu,
former Electoral Commission Chairman and Eng. Dr. Christopher
Ebal, head of Infrastructure in the Judiciary among others. Eng. Dr.
Christopher Ebal and Eng. Dr. Patrick Rusongoza were the keynote
speakers on theme: Strengthening the role of Engineers in
Uganda’s Infrastructural Development.
Engineers were awarded in these categories, Platinum, Presidential,
Silver, Bronze and Students awards. The Presidential and Platinum
awards were in recognition for outstanding lifetime contribution to
Engineering Fraternity .Eng. Dorothy Okello Makerere University
CEDAT dean and first Female UIPE president and Professor Eng. Dr.
Joseph Kadoma Byaruhanga were recipient of these awards
respectively.
UIPE former presidents during last year’s Annual Awards
Dinner
The Silver and Bronze awards went to Eng.
Edward Ssekulima Baleke Principal Officer for
the electricity supply division in the Ministry of
Mineral Development and Eng. Diana Keesiga
respectively. These were in recognition for
outstanding Technical report submission.
For students they were awarded in recognition
for outstanding Engineering Innovation
promoting Science and Technology. Two
projects were awarded from Okello Wayne
Steven, Olivia Nakayima and Gorret
Namulondo, all Makerere students. These will
receive money to develop their projects, this
was supported by our partners Royal Academy
of Engineering UK.
Like Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, to
appreciate the noble is a gain which can never
be torn from us.
Eng. Diana Keesiga , Bronze awardee receiving her
award from Eng. Dr. Christopher Ebal.
UPCOMING UIPE TRAININGS
TRAINING DATE
Technical Audit of Engineering Project Wed 26th to Friday 28th Feb 2020
Fundamentals of Dispute Resolution in Engineering Contracts
Thurs 12th Mar - Friday 13th Mar 2020
Financial Analysis of Infrastructure Projects, Wed 29th April - Friday 01st May 2020
Technical Report Writing and Presentation Skills
Wed 24th -Friday 26th June 2020
Occupational Health & Safety, Wed 26th - Friday 28th Aug 2020
Monitoring and Evaluation of Engineering Projects
Wed 28th - Friday 30th Oct 2020
Contract Administration Wed 09th - Friday 11th Dec 2020
For attendance
confirmation and
any other inquires
contact
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APPLICANTS CONSIDERED BY THE 480THCOUNCIL MEETING ON 17TH DECEMBER, 2019 UNDER THE
VARIOUS CATEGORIES
CORPORATE MEMBERS
1. Mr. Patel Harish Jashbhai
2. Ms. Nnassuuna Mirembe
3. Mr. Okotel Patrick
4. Mr. Ddamulira Dunstan Paul
5. Mr. Kasolo Ronald
6. Mr. Kironde Dennis
7. Mr. Tumukunde Gibson
8. Ms. Mbabazi Caroline
9. Mr. Mbonyebyombi Aloysius
10. Mr. Sedirimba Ian
11. Ms. Nakanwagi Susan Magdalene
12. Mr. Buregyeya Dennis
13. Ms. Nakamatte Olivie
PROVISIONAL CORPORATE
1. Mr. Tayebwa Nicholas
2. Mr. Okite Goerge
3. Mr. Lugeye Henry
4. Mr. Kazibwe Boaz
5. Mr. Okot Daniel
6. Dr. Butime Julius
7. Mr. Kasozi Arthur
8. Mr. Wamala Julius Namusanga
9. Mr. Awoii Ahmad Okwir
10. Mr. Geria Kennedy
11. Mr. Mulowooza Robert
12. Mr. Muyomba Emamanuel
13. Mr. Sevume Samson
14. Mr. Ahanga Ambrose Hans
15. Mr. Mpaata Steven
16. Mr. Asiimwe Jacob
Kameraho
17. Mr. Rutebarika Frank
18. Ms. Kajumba Sandra Matty
19. Ms. Beyaraaza Fiona Mary
Kamikazi
20. Mr. Muzaaya Richard
Vernon
21. Mr. Mubiru Frank
22. Mr. Opio Christopher
GRADUATE MEMBERS
1. Mr. Ssekajja Lawrence
2. Mr. Mawejje Hamuza
3. Mr. Opiyo Morris
4. Mr. Wakiibi Ceaser Kisa
5. Mr. Lugya Duncan
6. Mr. Kilama Emmanuel
7. Mr. Bukenya Yubu Job
8. Ms. Elizabeth Kyaterekera Kanagwa
9. Mr. Kalungi Paul
10. Mr. Mergu Santhosh Kumar
11. Ms. Ajok Paska
12. Mr. Bidhasala Aggrey Grace
13. Mr. Odongo Francis
14. Mr. Muhwezi Zedick Aggrey
15. Mr. Kamugisha Brian
16. Mr. Arikod Richard
17. Ms. Arach Rebecca
18. Ms. Nabulime Ruth
19. Mr. Okuja Hudson
20. Mr. Etoju Arthur
21. Mr. Kassagga Hassan
22. Mr. Lyada Philip
23. Mr. Iga Daniel
24. Mr. Gyagenda Remegio Lubowa
24. Ms. Atukunda Anita
25. Mr. Adima Israel Donise
26. Mr. Byaruhanga Augustine
27. Mr. Bukenya Jonathan
28. Mr. Ojwang Haggai
29. Mr. Fanon Francis Kashamba
30. Mr. Okiria Ivan
31. Mr. Ssekabira Geofrey
32. Mr. Sengendo Lawrence
33. Mr. Tumwesigye Napoleon
34. Mr. Ankunda Jimmy
35. Mr. Matende Nkwoleke Richard
36. Mr. Kamugabirwa Emmanuel
37. Mr. Atweeta Turyasiima
38. Mr. Olwedo Francis
39. Mr. Aryatuha Arnold Job
40. Mr. Owiny John Paul
TECHNOLOGIST MEMBERS
1. Mr. Katerega Joseph
2. Mr. Mugera John Bosco
TECHNICIAN MEMBERS
1. Mr. Mwamula Isima
2. Mr. Aburu Wilfred
3. Mr. Obura Santos
4. Mr. Babone Julius
5. Mr. Taremwa Ignetious
6. Mr. Meri Emmanuel
7. Mr. Agum Christopher
8. Mr. Muhumahuma David
9. Mr. Olec James
10. Mr. Ainomugisha Emmanuel
11. Mr. Oburu Morish Daniel
12. Mr. Auta Joshua
13. Mr. Twebaze Ambrose
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION
Honorary members 250, 0000
Fellow members 250,000
Corporate members 200,000
Provisional Corporate members 200,000
Graduate members 150,000
Technologist 150,000
Technician 100,000
You are reminded to pay your Annual Subscription before 30th
September 2020 to avoid a 50% surcharge. Payments can be made in
the Stanbic bank Account no: 9030005841819
Those elected under student category please refer to our website and notice board www.uipe.co.ug
OTHER 2019 EVENTS IN PHOTOS
Outreach to Roofings Namanve that took place 30th
November 2019
Eng.Prof. Lating Peter Okidi lecturing during a technical report writing
CPD1 that took place on 31st July 2019
Participants from the Women in Engineering workshop with
some of the Facilitators who included the Hon Secretary Eng.
Ruth Apolot . The event took place on 2nd and 3rd December
2019
Speakers during National Technology Conference July 2019
Soroti fruit factory visit combined with APN Waliga
celebrations in September 2019 Participants that attended the Soroti CPD on Technical report writing
in August 2019
UIPE Partners