Date of Birth: 5th February 1971
Nationality: Kenyan
Marital Status: Married
Membership in Professional Societies:
Corporate Architect, Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK)
Architect, Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors – Kenya
Key Qualifications
Architect Daniel O. Manduku is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in architectural design and supervision, encompassing commercial, institutional, recreational, and residential developments. As one of the two founding directors of Cadplan Consultants Ltd, Daniel has led numerous projects, shaping the firm’s trajectory and reputation. Before establishing Cadplan, he honed his skills working under senior architects in well-established firms, gaining invaluable experience and insights.
Daniel also served as the CEO of the National Construction Authority (NCA), further enhancing his leadership and project management capabilities. Over the past 21 years, he has overseen various construction projects, managing pre-assessment, site investigation, scheme design, and the production of working drawings and documents.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture (1990-1996) – Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Strategy (2010-2011) – United States International University
Doctor of Business Administration, Leadership and Change Management (2014-2016) – United States International University
Employment Record
Managing Director
Cadplan Consultants Limited (2000-Present)
Notable Projects
Proposed Industrial Sheds
Location: Meru and Bomet
Client: Kenya Industrial Estates
Status: Complete
Proposed Low-Cost Housing
Location: Mavoko, Machakos
Client: Shelter Afrique/UN Habitat
Status: Complete
Proposed Refurbishment of Kenya-Re Offices
Location: City Centre, Nairobi
Client: Kenya-Re
Status: Complete
Proposed Kenyatta University Alumni Center
Location: Kenyatta University Main Campus
Client: Kenyatta University
Status: Complete
Proposed Junction Apartments – Phase III
Location: Dagoretti/Riruta/Naivasha Road/Wanyee Road, Nairobi
Client: Junction Apartments Limited
Status: Complete
Proposed Loresho Apartments
Location: Loresho, Nairobi
Client: Gitere Kahura Investments
Status: Complete
Proposed Shopping Mall in Kasarani
Location: Kasarani, Nairobi
Client: Mr. Reuben Magondu
Status: Complete
Proposed Development for Unique Centre Ltd
Location: Upper Hill, Nairobi
Client: Unique Centre Ltd
Status: Complete
Proposed Office Development
Location: Nakuru, Kenya
Client: Nakuru Water and Sanitation Services Company
Status: Complete
Proposed Office Development
Location: Westlands, Nairobi
Client: Pacis Insurance Company
Status: Complete
Butterfly House
Location: Fort Jesus, Mombasa, Kenya
Client: National Museums of Kenya
Status: Complete
Proposed Office Block
Location: Lenana Road, Nairobi
Client: Mohamed Nyaoga
Status: Complete
Remodeling of Maseno Retirement Benefits Scheme Building
Location: Kisumu, Kenya
Client: Maseno University Retirement Benefits Scheme
Status: Complete
New Military Barracks – Mariakani
Location: Mariakani, Mombasa
Client: Ministry of State for Defence
Status: Complete
Golden Mile Apartments
Location: Ruaraka, Nairobi
Client: Dreyan Investments
Status: Complete
Summerville Maisonettes
Location: Athi River, Nairobi
Client: Summerville Ltd
Status: Complete
Serviced Apartments
Location: Mucai Drive, Off Ngong Road, Nairobi
Client: Local Authorities Provident Fund
Status: Complete
Hotel Meru Town
Location: Meru Town
Status: Complete
Two-Bedroomed Flats Meru Town
Location: Meru Town
Status: Complete
Extension to Bio Chem Labs in Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS)
Location: KEBS Headquarters, Nairobi
Status: Complete
Hotel Meru
Location: Outskirts of Meru Town
Status: Complete
Refurbishment to Mass National Laboratory, KEBS
Location: KEBS Headquarters, Nairobi
Status: Complete