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Principal Engineer

2 months ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya National Housing Corporation (NHC) Full time
The National Housing Corporation (NHC) is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament Cap. 117.

The primary mandate of NHC is to play a principal role in the implementation of the Government's Housing Policies and Programmes.

NHC/57/2024

Job Specification:

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

Person Specification:
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

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

Skills and Competencies:
Interpersonal skills;
Communication skills;
Ability to work independently and in a team;
Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
Ability to meet deadlines;
Ability to supervise others;
Problem solving skills;
Analytical skills;
Customer focus;
Decision making skills;
Report/Minute writing skills;