As the Big 5 Construct Kenya 2025 wrapped up in Nairobi, discussions centered on how the construction industry can drive efficiency, reduce costs, and deliver affordable housing while embedding sustainability in every phase of project execution.
Speakers emphasized that Kenya’s building sector is entering a new phase defined by smart technologies, green solutions, and homegrown innovation. “We’re pleased to see Big 5 Construct Kenya open its doors to a vibrant mix of industry professionals,” said Josine Heijmans, Senior Vice President at dmg events. “The energy across the halls today reflects the optimism and growth potential within Kenya’s construction sector.”
Currently contributing about 7 percent to Kenya’s GDP, the construction sector is poised for faster growth as stakeholders adopt digital tools, modular building systems, and locally sourced materials. Experts agreed that technology integration can cut waste and enhance productivity but it must align with Kenya’s local supply chains and financing realities.
A key session titled “Project Delivery in Sustainable and Green Construction” moderated by Dr. Jennifer Wambua, Vice President of Education and Professional Development at PMI Kenya Chapter, explored how sustainability can be embedded from project inception.
Panelists Kennedy Otieno (Mi Vida Homes) and Wilma Odalo (Kenya Green Building Society) shared insights on achieving EDGE and LEED certifications while managing costs and timelines. Howard Aidevo Consulting and Nicholas Mbai, Civil Engineering Consultant at PMI Kenya Chapter, highlighted lifecycle costing, local material use, and aligning sustainability goals with business priorities.
As the exhibition concluded, there was a shared sentiment that Kenya is no longer following global construction trends—it is setting them. The next chapter, experts agreed, will depend on how effectively the industry embraces digital transformation and builds partnerships that sustain growth beyond imported expertise.
