DCC Civil and Structural Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare client briefs, designs and reports of civil and structural drawings for DCC and any other assigned projects.
• Undertake day-to-day peer review of civil, structural, and MEP development plans on behalf of the DCC.
• Undertake quality control by ascertaining the integrity of building materials, and developing and interpreting design calculations regarding pressures, loads and stresses.
• Brief clients, developers, contractors, and other development interested parties on the TCL development standards, development control measures, and the development plans approval procedures.
• Undertake effective consultation with customers and contractors before and during all construction works regarding their property.
• Undertake regular site visits to perform technical inspections and ensure adherence to the approved development plans. Monitor changes to scope during the development cycle and re-evaluate plans and resources accordingly.
• Assist in providing technical guidance and supervising site construction activities. This includes making recommendations on required building materials, equipment and tools to ensure timely implementation.
• Liaise with the relevant government agencies/regulators to ensure timely approval of development plans and issuance of licenses.
• Develop strategies, plans, and monitoring policies and procedures within appropriate internal controls to maintain a high-level development standard and ensure an update of development strategies in line with industry regulations.
• Providing technical input and liaison regarding development and coordination with the TCL delivery team on the project infrastructure.
• Carry out design work for Tatu City Limited projects.
• Work with Geotechnical Engineers for both Tatu City Limited projects, and other client projects, as may be required.
• Prepare and present reports to the DCC as requested by the line manager, ensuring appropriate liaison and consultation with all interested parties as required.
• Analyze the processes of the DCC and give recommendations on areas that can be automated for efficient service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with EHS and building construction requirements within Tatu City.

Requirements

Skills and Experience

• Must have a BSc in Civil and Structural Engineering.
• Must be an EBK (Engineers Board of Kenya) registered engineer.
• Must have 8 plus years of professional experience.
• Must have experience in carrying out diverse projects including Industrial projects, low, medium and high-density projects, mixed use commercial projects, among others.
• Basic understanding of the different types of construction contracts.
• Track record of successfully carrying out projects from inception all the way to completion.
• Ability to drive quality assurance and quality control for construction projects.