Principal Engineer (Civil/Structural) - 2 Positions at National Housing Corporation (NHC)

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;