Resident Engineer

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Registration with the Engineers Board of Kenya.
Membership in professional societies (MIEK, MIStructE, or MICE).
7–10 years’ experience in building construction supervision.
Candidates who meet the following requirements will have an added advantage:
- Master’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Experience in University or institutional construction projects.
- Postgraduate qualification in Project Management.
- Certification in contract management (e.g., FIDIC).

Other Skills And Competencies

Strong contract administration and technical supervision skills.
Financial and cost-control awareness.
Risk management capability.
High integrity and accountability.
Excellent stakeholder management and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

Study and be familiar with the Conditions of Contract (CoC), specifications, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), drawings, and related documents.
Check dimensions and levels of permanent works for compliance.
Examine and test materials and workmanship for compliance.
Monitor the progress of works versus the programme
Recommend to the Engineer/ Architect the acceptance/ rejection of the contractor’s proposed programme or revised programme of works;
Review the contractor’s plant use, temporary works, and construction methods for compliance and safety.
Assist QS with information for the measurement of works and contractors’ statements.
Maintain accurate records and ensure as-built drawings are prepared.
Submit progress reports to the Engineer/ Architect.
Notify the Engineer/Architect of difficulties, claims, or potential claims.
Coordinate the contractor’s work to minimise disruption.
Report land access problems and assist with local authority liaison.
Verify insurance compliance before work starts.
Review and approve shop drawings in consultation with the Engineer.
Control and Inspection of Works, including but not limited to:
- Checking the setting out of works and ensuring that the contractor makes all corrections found to be necessary.
- Inspecting excavations and formations before construction.
- Inspecting preparations for works (including formwork, rebar placement, etc.) to avoid mistakes.
- Inspecting materials on site (rebar, aggregates, sand, ready-mix concrete) before use.
- Inspecting concreting works (pouring, compaction, curing) for compliance.
- Monitoring compliance with site safety, sanitation, and security measures

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