6-Storey Commercial Building — Design & Construction Supervision, Kampala

THE CHALLENGE

A private real estate developer in Kampala required a complete multi-disciplinary design and supervision consultancy for a 6-storey mixed-use commercial building in a high-density urban zone. The project had tight boundary constraints, required coordination across structural, architectural, electrical, and mechanical disciplines, and needed to comply with KCCA planning and building regulations. The developer also needed a single consultancy firm to manage all technical disciplines — reducing the risk of coordination gaps between consultants.

🔧 OUR APPROACH

Cadron assembled a multidisciplinary in-house team covering architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering. We led the project through three clear phases:

Phase 1 — Design:

• Architectural concept, planning drawings, and KCCA approvals

• Structural design (reinforced concrete frame with pile foundation system)

• Electrical design: power distribution, lighting, backup generator, and solar PV pre-provision

• Mechanical design: HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire suppression system

Phase 2 — Procurement Support:

• Bill of Quantities preparation

• Tender evaluation and contractor recommendation

Phase 3 — Construction Supervision:

• Resident engineer placement on-site

• Monthly progress and quality reports to the developer

• Certification of contractor payments

• Snagging, commissioning, and practical completion sign-off