Principal Engineer (Civil/Structural) - NHC/57/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

1. Carrying out implementation, monitoring and periodic review of procedures and standards for undertaking engineering design and implementation of work;
2. Ensure proper custody of Engineering procedures and manuals;
3. Carrying out quality assurance and offer guidance to other Engineers on Engineering works;
4. Coordination, supervision and review of work done by other Engineering staff to the level of Senior Engineer;
5. Participate in feasibility study and planning for housing and infrastructure projects;
6. Review of engineering designs, specifications and drawings done by external consultants contracted by NHC;
7. Review of tender documentation in liaison with other Engineers, Architects and Quantity Surveyors;
8. Participate in evaluation of contractual claims;
9. Liaise with necessary agencies/authorities for inspections and approvals of engineering aspects;
10. Participate in procurement processes in the Corporation;
11. Undertake monitoring and evaluation of infrastructure projects;
12. Supervise construction of housing and infrastructure projects to ensure quality and specification with respect to engineering aspects;
13. Undertake stakeholder engagement for infrastructure projects and matters;
14. Ensure collaboration with project enablers such as utility and service providers;
15. Representing Engineering Department and participating in technical, planning and marketing committees in the Corporation;
16. Participate in research and development on housing and infrastructure designs, technology and materials.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

1. At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in a supervisory role;
2. Bachelors Degree in Civil/Structural/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Masters Degree in Civil/Structural/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
4. Corporate Membership with the Institution of Engineers of Kenya or any other recognized professional body in good standing;
5. Registered by the Engineers Board of Kenya (E.B.K.) as a Professional Engineer;
6. Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from recognized institution;
7. Proficiency in computer applications; and
8. Fulfilled the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Interpersonal skills;
2. Communication skills;
3. Ability to work independently and in a team;
4. Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
5. Ability to meet deadlines;
6. Ability to supervise others;
7. Problem solving skills;
8. Analytical skills;
9. Customer focus;
10. Decision making skills;
11. Report/Minute writing skills;