Position: Project Engineer

Duty Station: Nairobi

Duties and Responsibilities

The key functions include, but are not limited to:


Responsibility
for all duties related to Administration and Coordination of construction
projects.
Perform
duties as “the Projects Engineer”


Administration





Prepare
and Review the proposed work programme, quality assurance plan, safety
plan, environmental protection measures etc.
Coordinate
and participate in progress meetings with the various parties.
Establish
monthly progress reports that outline progress and quality of the works.
Develop
and implement overall monitoring concerning actual and work progress
compared to the agreed construction schedule.
Keep
a diary of all activities. Submit comprehensive reports as scheduled,
outlining progress, delays, problems, additional work requirements and
possible claims.
Organize
meetings with all parties as required for the purpose of giving
information or advice with regard to the works and their progress or any
matter arising there from.


Construction Supervision:

Coordination of design review


Coordinate
the review of the design of hydraulic, civil, architectural,
electromechanical works and any others designs. Give approval of such
designs after review.
Review,
comment and recommend, check and approve the basic master list for
temporary and permanent equipment for the use in project purposes.


Supervision of construction


Review,
comment and make recommendations. Supervise construction activities to
ensure compliance with the Contract requirements.
Advise
on discrepancies that may, in your opinion become a reason for technical
or contractual problems (such as poor construction specifications, delayed
completion, inconvenience with others, etc) and take necessary actions (or
recommend actions to be taken) to rectify such discrepancies.
Inspect
regularly, including sample testing where required, materials and
workmanship to ensure that the works are being carried out in compliance
with the terms and conditions of the relevant Contract Documents.
Prepare
and review Quality Control/Quality Assurance plans for all construction
activities including equipment and materials.
Monitor
the Quality Control Program and Health & Safety plan for all the
materials, equipment and workmanship under the contract on site.


Supervision of commissioning and taking-over


Supervise
the testing and commissioning of projects. Inspect the completed works,
arrange for rectification, evaluate at commissioning, performance
certification and warranty assessment.
Prepare,
review and approve the “As-built” drawings, including Operating and
maintenance instruction manuals.
Prepare
and submit completion certificate(s) including snag list for remaining
works to be completed during the Defect Liability period.
Assist
with hand-over of the completed facilities to.


Competencies

Functional Competencies:


Competent
in construction supervision, contractual management, problem solving,
quality maintenance, financial control, progress monitoring, communication
and documentation.
Computer
literacy (Microsoft packages)


Development and Operational Effectiveness


Ability
to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
Ability
to lead formulation and monitoring of management projects
Solid
knowledge in financial resources and human resources management, contract,
asset and procurement, information and communication technology as well as
general administration


Management and Leadership


Build
strong relationships with various teams and respond positively to feedback
Consistently
approach work with energy and a positive, constructive hands-on attitude
Demonstrate
openness to change and ability to manage complexities
Ability
to lead effectively, mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills
Remain
calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure
Proven
networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills


Professionalism:


Possess
good problem-solving skills;
Ability
to apply good judgment and meet tight deadlines in the context of
assignments
Attention
to detail.


Communications:


Excellent
analytical and document drafting skills and ability to gather, analyse and
evaluate facts and to prepare and present concise oral and written
reports,
Have
good interpersonal and effective partnerships skills.


Education and Experience


Be
a university graduate in the relevant Engineering arm
Be
a registered member of the Kenya Institute of Engineers
Possess
at least four years project Management experience
Experience
gained in Design Built and/or Turn-key contracts as Project
Manager/Resident Project Engineer or Site Manager.

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications on e-mail,
together with the latest copy of CV, day time telephone number and details of
their current remuneration to: recruit@idp-ea.com so as to be received on or
before Friday 7th October 2011.


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