The Northern Rangelands Trust is a non-profit umbrella organization supporting 33 community conservancies across northern Kenya. Its mission is to develop resilient community conservancies, which transform lives, secure peace and conserve natural resources.

Summary’

Reporting to the Senior Infrastructure Officer, the Infrastructure Engineer/Officer will be responsible for designing, implementing, managing and maintaining different infrastructure and building projects within the NRT landscape. This role involves working with other infrastructure team to ensure smooth implementation of projects. The infrastructure engineer/officer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all the infrastructure projects meet the organizational standards and requirements and complies with the statutory requirements.

Key roles/Responsibilities:

• Preparing Architectural drawings for various projects and liaising with relevant authorities.
• Preparing bill of quantities (BOQ) and bill of materials (BOM) for various projects.
• Supporting project compliance (NEMA, WARMA, EIAs and plan approvals, public health and physical planning.
• Ensuing all Project documents are properly filled in respective folders.
• Assisting in preparations of Bills of quantities (BOQ) and bills of materials (BOM) and designs.
• Assisting in Preparing Architectural drawings for various projects and liaison with respective counties officials for physical planning approval (NEMA, WARMA, EIAs and plan approvals) .
• Undertaking Periodic visits to project sites to ensure high quality works.
• Preparing work certification for payment consideration and completion certificate.
• Coordinating visits to project sites with EIA consultant including follow-up on all licensing issues
• With respective county NEMA officials.
• Initiating contractors’ sites visit and assist formation of PIC (project implementation committee).
• Organizing transport for materials, labour and ration to site for all approved as per NRT procurement guidelines.
• Preparing and following-up of allowances for the team as per approved itinerary.
• Initiating contractors’ sites visit and lead formation of PIC (project implementation committee).
• Practical setting out of buildings with contractors.
• Supporting in recruitment of Foremen, artisans and laborers as per project needs in consultation with Infrastructure team and Operations Manager.
• Validating the quality of materials supplied and ensuring quality workmanship.
• Regular liaising with conservancy management for respective projects, arranging for regular site visits/meetings, supervision of on-going works to ensure high quality, liaison with contractors.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned to you from time by your immediate supervisor.

Knowledge, experience, and qualifications required:

Academic & Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BSc) Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Engineering or any other related degree from a recognized university.
• Professional relevant courses from recognized universities/institutions will be added advantage.
• Registration with Engineer’s Board of Kenya (EBK) and the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK)..
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or other engineering design software.

Experience required:

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in building engineering, civil engineering or construction management.
• Experience in design software (eg AutoCAD) and project management tools.
• Working knowledge of relevant Kenyan legislation including the Environmental Management Coordination Act, National Construction Authority Regulations etc. is highly desired.
• Experience in working with people from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating respect for, and understanding of cultural differences.

Technical & Behavioral competences:

• Proficiency in building design, construction management and structural analysis.
• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations and environmental standards.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, networking, negotiation and Communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.