Project Engineer
Company Description
Our clients are leading building and civil engineer contractors based in Nairobi, Kenya. They provide projects with high quality construction development and management services in order to achieve safe and quality construction works.
They are looking for candidates with a background in the building and Construction industry to join their team.
Job Description
Responsible for the day-to-day decision-
The successful candidate will report directly to the company CEO
●Track weekly program of work versus site progress
●Update weekly Program of Work and take corrective measures when needed
●Ensure all site orders are kept in order at all times
●Prepare bi monthly Budget review and cash flow forecast
●Manage bimonthly Site meeting with the Client and the relevant design consultants
●Report weekly and monthly to the Clients and the management the relevant design consultants
●Manage all variations, additions and omissions
●Ensure client invoicing is completed on time in liaison with the Finance Department
●Identify, negotiate, contract and manage subcontractors
●Supervise direct sub-contractors to ensure standards of building performance, quality, costs, schedules and safety are maintained
●Control payment to sub-contractors by valuation of completed works Ensure all site requisitions are planned and submitted on time
●Review and approve site requisitions
●Control quality of the supplies
●Ensure all supplies are received, handled, stored and dispatched as per the Company policies
●Monitor suppliers performance
●Ensure & Monitor quality of supplies
●Ensure & Monitor timely delivery of supplies
●Ensure & Monitor Workmanship of subcontractors
●Timely delivery of subcontractors
●In charge of obtaining and managing all regulatory approvals
●Report to Company Management – daily, weekly and monthly
●Ensure implementation of the reporting and processes in all the sites as per the company requirement
Qualifications
Have a relevant Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction
●At least 5 years’ experience in the construction industry (must)
●Experience in water and sanitation projects would be an added advantage
●Have strong mathematical skills and be detail oriented
●Self-drive and ability to multi-task
●Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
●Honest, hardworking, dedicated and organized
●Strong Excel skills
●Have strong communication and inter personal skills
●Excellent oral and presentation skills
●Strong knowledge of the construction industry and its various stages and stakeholders
Additional Information
Candidates who currently stay in Nairobi are encouraged to apply as interviews will be held in Nairobi.
Deadline: 20th Nov 2016
We are located on 4th floor, Kipro Centre in Westlands, Nairobi