Company Founded: Founded in 1938

  • Junior Consultant 

Senior Consultant

    Junior Consultant Senior Consultant

    Atkins Acuity (the advisory business of Atkins) is currently looking for candidates to further develop its Infrastructure Advisory business to support future growth and the delivery of projects across Africa.
    The ideal candidate will be someone who has worked in an infrastructure advisory capacity preferably with an international strategic, management or engineering consultancy background.
    Candidates should have between 2-4 years’ experience in a relevant field but most of all be flexible to work on multiple engagements, in multiple sectors and in multiple countries.
    Experience in East Africa and an understanding of infrastructure development and international donor/investor networks in Africa would be preferable.
    In addition to delivering projects, the consultant will be responsible for growing the pipeline of projects in collaboration with various business within the Atkins Group.
    The consultant will also drive the business development agenda through partnerships; preparing proposals in response to RFPs; leveraging existing relationships and client networks to drive new business; and manage partnerships with existing clients.
    The role is based in Nairobi, Kenya but may require occasional international travel.
    The candidate will be exposed to a number of industry sectors e.g. Transportation, energy, water, cities & urban infrastructure, property development and affordable housing and work alongside experienced consultants and technical specialists from our regional business and parent group.
    Principal Responsibilities
    As a Junior Consultant your responsibilities will include:

    Undertake project work and support the delivery of high-quality deliverables for our clients
    Support activities to cultivate project opportunities and develop the project pipeline
    Maintain and develop industry contacts to raise business profile and manage client base
    Support bid preparation teams to prepare winning proposals including the preparation of bids, pricing and content development
    Support cross selling opportunities for other business units within the Atkins Group

    Basic & Technical Competencies

    Shall be degree qualified
    2-4 years of relevant experience preferably with an international strategic, management or engineering consultancy or in a relevant position with transferable skills
    Strong consulting skills including research and analysis, structured thinking, organizational, multi-tasking, report writing, presentation, communication, and problem-solving skills
    Experience in winning, managing and contributing to consultancy projects and a proven track record of project success – which may include work overseas
    Basic client engagement and management skills
    Self-motivated and determined to pursue continuous personal and business improvement

    Core Behaviours

    Demonstrate drive, collaboration, integrity, enthusiasm and commitment to projects while projecting a professional image
    Desire to develop the required blend of technical, commercial, economic, financial, and project management skills to support the bidding and delivery of projects
    Able to make decisions, act on own initiative and operate in a proactive manner with a positive attitude
    Function confidently and competently within client environment and have a positive impact on clients’ perception of Acuity
    Show flexibility in tasks and location, and deal well with ambiguity
    Understand when to ask for support and using the correct channels

    Company Summary: Acuity is the advisory business within the Atkins Group. We help clients with infrastructure and energy ambitions to deliver them successfully. Combining deep business acumen with the engineering expertise of Atkins, we offer seamless, end-to-end advisory services that build greater value, and ever rewarding partnerships. Acuity’s advisory services help clients achieve genuine benefits from their investment and change programmes.
    As one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies with a leading track record in various sectors, the Atkins Group is ideally placed to drive innovationand change in our markets. We provide a full range of advisory, consultancy, design, engineering and project management services in the built environment and have a broad establishment and proud,50-year history throughout the Middle East and Africa region.
    Our Nairobi office employs 100+ full-time staff, comprising a diverse and multi-disciplinary group of consultants and engineers.
    Training: Atkins Acuity develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development courses designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. We encourage membership of professional institutions, participation in all forms of training and have an active programme of in-house as well as external training for all our professional staff.
    Rewards and Benefits
    We offer an excellent package which includes:

    A competitive salary
    Transportation allowance
    26 Working days annual leave (based on a 5-day working week)
    Life insurance cover
    Medical insurance cover
    Attractive company pension scheme
    Employee Assistance Program – 24-hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants

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  • Project Management Lead

    Project Management Lead

    Job description

    We are currently looking for a Head of our Project Management Division- within our East African business. Although based from Nairobi this will cover the other countries in the region.Responsible for services delivery and financial performance of the Project Management business in the region, including responsibility across win work and deliver work functions. An integral part of the Management Team responsible for our project management services engagements across the region. Emphasis is on providing leadership and direction to the business and projects in the region across all sectors.The ideal candidate will be a qualified professional with a minimum of 15 years experience capable of providing strategic direction, planning, leadership, project direction and technical expertise to manage a portfolio of multidisciplinary projects. He/She must have a minimum qualification BSc, BEng, BA or equivalent in Project Management or Engineering or Architecture or Quantity Surveying, or any related profession in the built environment (and have Chartered/Registered status or equivalent) with the last 5 years being in a similar senior management role. Experience working internationally on significant projects in various sectors is key, preferably with experience within Africa.He/She will also be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the companys reputation with our clients and developing effective long term relationships with key clients. A key responsibility is identifying and developing new opportunities for the Group.

    Degree in Project Management or Engineering or Architecture or Quantity Surveying or related profession in the built environment;
    Experience in leading on large multi-disciplinary projects and/or managing a major programme of works on multi-million dollar projects;
    Experience of leading a business and having responsibility for a P&L account;
    Proven success in the delivery of large capital projects within scope, time and budget;
    Ability to achieve results;
    Experience in the planning, managing and successfully delivering projects involving numerous stakeholders;
    The role entails a significant element of business development, and the candidate will have experience of developing all aspects of major proposals as well as identification of new clients and/or opportunities for the business
    Effective IT and communication skills in report writing, presentations and holding effective conversations;
    Proven ability to lead, organize and direct a business within a large multi-national organization.

    Responsibilities

    Strategic direction and significant growth of the Project Management Division
    P&L responsibility for the Division
    Manage the Division and its staff
    Oversee the delivery of all projects within the Division
    Manage the client relationships and key stakeholders
    Business develop to ensure repeat business
    Deliver the financial objectives of the Division
    Manage all Division risks
    Ensure compliance of the business and projects with the Companys Business Management System
    Direct staff and resources to meet business and projects delivery requirements
    Ensure business and projects success

    Relationships

    Be the principal point of contact with the clients senior representatives for the successful delivery of project management services
    Develop and maintain close working relationships with clients and partners
    Develop a team spirit and collaborative working relationships within the Project Management Division
    Develop close working relationships with other division and business heads, locally and internationally
    Mobilise and demobilize staff members to meet delivery requirementsSupport, coach, develop and recruit senior managers and other team members

    Behaviours

    Be resilient with a can do attitude and able to work under pressure
    Be collaborative and able to work across regional and business boundaries
    Be focused on delivering to agreed objectives, strategies and standards
    Assert independent views and challenge when appropriate
    Willing to challenge the status quo

    Salary And Benefits

    A competitive salary for the right candidate.
    Annual leave allowance.
    Medical and life insurance cover.
    Company gratuity scheme.
    Discretionary bonus scheme.

  • Junior Architect

    Junior Architect

    Job description

    Working within a master planning and architectural team on projects across East Africa. To assist with the design development on a number of large scale master planning and site development projects. The candidate should be a confident and capable designer with good REVIT, AutoCAD, sketch up and other graphics software package skills.Responsibilities

    Responsible for supporting and enhancing the master planning and architectural design capability in East Africa.
    Develop and provide creative design inputs in to master planning projects as well as developing building conceptual designs as required by specific project briefs.
    Assist the building engineering teams in the review and commenting on submittals, forwarding submittals to the concerned designer for response, obtaining samples and quotations when required, preparing reports and recommendations and coordination of all architectural / ID works with other disciplines.
    Prepare graphics presentations at a master planning scale as well as individual and groups of buildings (urban design).
    Prepare and management bid and tendering proposals and provide graphics support to the bid team.
    Ensure the satisfactory management and control of inward and outward documentation
    Be able to develop and build client relationships including leading presentations and client engagements.

    Technical Competencies

    Degree in Architecture.
    Minimum 3 – 5 years experience in design, production of drawings, able to analyse technical/construction build-ability issues and provide drawings and specifications coordinated with building engineers and other disciplines.
    REVIT expertise and BIM competency along with a range of supporting graphics software.
    Able to work on their own initiative with minimum supervision, within a multi-disciplinary team.
    Provide design and graphics support within the master planning team and have an ability to develop site wide master plans with a strong urban design component and be able to prepare and present illustrative plans and presentations for project proposals and reports.
    Experience in a variety of building typologies and sectors such as multi residential mixed-use developments, industrial developments and commercial offices and business parks.
    Able to interpret project briefs and specifications, client requirements and constructability requirements.
    Able to prepare project specific quality plans and record and implement essential building design coordination issues with structural and MEP engineers in accordance with Atkins quality procedures.

    Behavioral Competencies

    Good interpersonal skills, a team player with a customer focus.
    Creative, energetic and self-motivated.
    Will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and be expected to contribute to team performance and demonstrate use of initiative.
    Coordination skills with other disciplines and consultants on specific projects.
    Good organisation skills.

    Salary And Benefits

    A competitive salary for the right candidate.
    Annual leave allowance.
    Medical and life insurance cover.
    Company gratuity scheme.
    Discretionary bonus scheme.

  • Urban Designer

    Urban Designer

    Job description

    The urban designer will lead the master planning team and provide technical and professional support in the execution planning and project management services to external and internal clients as part of the Atkins Africa master planning team. To be involved in urban design, architectural, public realm, master planning and infrastructural strategic planning studies in the Kenya and East Africa environs.

    Lead in the production of high-quality urban design and master planning project submissions in Kenya and the wider East Africa environment;
    Support in the preparation of technical bids and fee proposals for master planning and urban design projects and other major infrastructure projects where appropriate;
    Project management of master planning projects involving multi-disciplinary teams, including the application of all Atkins business management systems;
    Will be required to travel within the East Africa region to projects in a variety of geographical locations.
    Developing and maintaining relationships with clients, attending meetings, workshops and seminars;
    Other duties associated with the main role and responsibilities will be requested from time to time.

  • Project Director

    Project Director

    As part of our Middle East business strategy, we are currently looking for experienced Project Director (Education/Healthcare Projects) to join our team in Kenya to lead a major project.
    Responsible for managing and leading a diverse team of professionals including Project Managers, Engineers, Construction Managers, Planner/Schedulers, Quantity Surveyors, Contractors and other supporting services.
    Drawing on your existing education or healthcare projects experience, you will be responsible for managing the project direction and coordinating throughout all project life-cycles and final handover to the client.
    Core Responsibilities

    Lead the Integrated Project Management Team to develop the strategy and execution plan on the project
    Deliver on all technical and commercial aspects of the project as per the contract requirements
    Manage the client relationship and key stakeholders
    Be proactive in offering solutions to issues and opportunities.
    Deliver the financial objectives for the project
    Manage all project risk and contingencies
    Ensure compliance with the Atkins/F+G Business Management System
    Direct staff and resources to meet project delivery requirements
    Manage the Project Manager’s performance of delegated responsibility
    Business development to ensure repeat business
    Be point of contact for Faithful+Gould in East Africa
    Lead bids for other projects in East Africa

    Relationships

    Provide the principal point of contact with the clients’ senior representatives for the delivery of project services
    Develop and maintain close working relationships with relevant project, technical, financial and commercial staff which may include direct hires and contractors.
    Develop close working relationships with other Faithful+Gould business heads, locally and internationally
    Develop effective working relationships with colleagues within the region and internationally to maximize the cost base and technical delivery capability
    Support the Project Manager in the resolution of problems

    SNC Lavalin’s Faithful+Gould business is one of the world’s leading integrated project and programme management consultancies, with over 2,400 professionals operating worldwide.
     
    Our aim is to protect and maximize our clients’ interests throughout the planning and delivery of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget. We pride ourselves on collaborating with client teams and developing long-term relationships.
    Key services include – Project management, programme management, project controls, commercial management, cost management and expert scheduling and construction planning.
    Our industry is going through a digital transformation and we have been investing in and pioneering digital methods to improve all aspects of our service. We have focused our digital transformation around platform modernization and product development and through standardization and automation, we are achieving efficiencies that are directly passed on our clients who benefit from a consistent quality of service as well as the savings.
    Active in the Middle East for over 20 years, we have offices in the UAE, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia. We hire and retain only the best people in the industry. Our success is built on recruiting – and then developing – brilliant people from a broad range of professional and cultural backgrounds. It’s precisely this diversity of talent that sets us apart.
    Core Requirements

    Western educated to a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or architecture
    Chartered with a western recognised institute (to include but not necessarily be limited to APM, ICE, RICS, CIOB, AIA and RIBA).
    A minimum of 15 years post graduate experience
    A minimum of 10 years operating at senior management and director level
    Experience in leading on major Education/Healthcare programmes of works
    Proven success in the delivery of large healthcare capital projects within scope, time and budget
    Experience in the planning, managing and successfully delivering on projects involving numerous stakeholders
    Effective IT and communication skills in report writing, presentations and holding effective conversations
    Experience of leading a business and having responsibility for a P&L account
    Proven ability to lead, organize and direct large multi-national organization

    Behaviours

    Be resilient with a “can do” attitude and able to work under pressure
    Be collaborative and able to work across regional and business boundaries
    Be focused on delivering to agree objectives and standards
    Assert independent views and challenge when appropriate
    Willing to challenge the status quo

    Rewards & Benefits
    We offer an excellent package which includes

    A competitive salary
    Transportation allowance
    Medical and life insurance cover
    22 calendar days annual leave
    Medical and life insurance cover
    Company gratuity scheme
    Discretionary bonus scheme
    Annual flight allowance to point of origin
    Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants

  • Waiter / Waitress 

Mechanic 

Golf Course Supervisor

    Waiter / Waitress Mechanic Golf Course Supervisor

    Job Description

    The Waiter/Waitress maintains a clean and professional appearance by wearing the appropriate uniform at all times and welcome all guests warmly with an appropriate greeting.
    The main objective of this role is to provide a friendly and efficient service within the bar and restaurant areas, dispensing orders accurately, with courtesy to the standards required according to Sigona Golf Club.
    Qualifications, Experience & Competencies:

    Certificate in food and beverage sales and service
    Certificate in Microsoft Office Applications/proficiency in using PoS System
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Excellent communication skills
    Guest oriented and service minded
    Self-motivated with a positive and professional attitude.
    High attention to detail and accuracy
    Very good analytical and problem solving skills
    Ability to work as a team
    High level of organization, integrity and honesty
    Flexibility in schedule
    3 – 5 years proven experience as Waiter/Waitress

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  • Transport Manager

    Transport Manager

    Acuity are the advisory business from Atkins. We help to successfully deliver our clients’ big ambitions for infrastructure and energy, worldwide.
    The Acuity way is results-driven and engineering-led, to make our partnerships higher value and more rewarding. Together, our core areas of expertise enable us to deliver seamless, results-driven advisory solutions.
    We are seeking a Transport Manager to support the business development for Acuity’s transport Advisory sector in Africa. You will closely with the market lead to develop business and deliver projects. The role will require to make frequent travels across Africa, especially in East Africa.You will have an appetite for supporting commercial growth of the company and the drive to develop your career in a true multi-disciplinary international consultancy environment.This is a permanent position and it is expected that the position will be based in our offices in Kenya or Tanzania.
    Job Requirements

    Minimum 8-10 years of experience in the transport advisory market
    Undergraduate and post graduate qualification in transport planning or relevant subjects (i.e. transport economics, geography, transport engineering);
    Membership of a relevant professional body;
    Good technical leadership experience;
    A good understanding of the African Transport Advisory market;
    Good networking capability. Having an existing good client network in several African countries will be highly advantageous;
    Good technical report writing, presentation and communication skills;
    Highly numerate and the ability to apply the right professional judgment in solving challenging problems;
    Technical and management skills relating bid writing and project management;
    Technical skill relating to transport planning, urban planning, policy and strategy and transport economics;
    Experience of working across different modes – road, rail, freight, aviation, public transport– would be advantageous;
    Project management skill developed through working in international development consultancy environment; and
    Experience of working or delivering projects for International Funding Institutions like the World Bank, African Development Bank, JICA, EU.

  • Barman/Barista/Mixologist

    Barman/Barista/Mixologist

    Job Description

    The Barman/Barrister/Mixology maintains a clean, sanitary and safe environment, a professional appearance by wearing the appropriate uniform at all times and welcome all guests warmly with an appropriate greeting.
    The main objective of this role is to provide a friendly and efficient service within the bar, dispensing orders accurately, with courtesy to the standards required by Sigona Golf Club.
    Qualifications, Experience & Competencies:

    Certificate in food and beverage sales and service
    Certificate in Microsoft Office Applications/proficiency in using PoS System
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Excellent communication skills
    Guest oriented and service minded
    High attention to detail and accuracy
    Very good analytical and problem solving skills
    Ability to work as a team
    High level of organization, integrity and honesty
    3 – 5 years proven experience as Barman/Barrister/ Mixology

  • Management/ Project Accountant

    Management/ Project Accountant

    Job Description
    As a provider of multi-disciplined technical services to the built environment, Atkins is committed to design excellence in the delivery of first class solutions which combine innovation, imagination and best practice. We operate at the forefront of transport, property and infrastructure sectors and are one of the worlds leading Engineering consultancies. Using a flexible and multi-disciplinary approach, we provide an independent service in key areas: consulting and project management.We are looking for a Management/Project Accountant to join the Africa Divisional Finance Team, within Kenya / Tanzania, which forms part of the wider Middle East and Africa Finance Function. The role reports directly into the Africa Head of Finance, and is 1 of 2 similar roles within the region (1 each in Kenya and Tanzania).The Africa Divisional Finance team is responsible for preparing financial budgets and forecasts for the regional projects, supporting the Project Managers and Project Directors in understanding the financial performance of their projects, and to help prepare and review the monthly management accounts for the region. The team is supported by the Middle East and Africa Finance Function (based in Dubai) and must also ensure compliance with the Group Finance Manual and provide support to the periodic statutory and internal audits.
    Responsibilities
    The Management/Project Accountant is a business facing role and will be expected to build strong work relationships with the project community (i.e. Project Managers, Project Directors, Bid / Win Work Teams, Practice Leads and Business Heads).
    Core responsibilities will include

    Preparation of financial budgets and forecasts for projects along with subsequent analysis of significant variances.
    Review of Project Summary Reports (PSRs) with Project Managers and Project Directors along with the explanation of financial trends.
    Manage the time bookings for the assigned Sectors and review subsequent utilisation against targets.
    Preparation of periodic management accounts and participation in their formal review.
    Strong understanding of the requirements for project provisioning and best practices to follow.
    Provide support on project enquiries and bids.
    Develop strong working relationships with the Project Community and the Central Finance Function.
    Creation of bespoke reports and summarises to present or analyse financial information about projects.
    Ensure compliance with Group Finance Manual and use of best accounting practices;
    Coordinating with, and providing samples to, internal and external auditors.
    Ensure accuracy of workflow and completion within the specified deadlines;
    Ad-hoc support to relevant business improvement projects;
    Seek opportunities to learn new skills and aspire to develop within the team.

    Requirements
    Technical Competencies (Essential)

    Bachelors degree in Finance/Accounting, Fully Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CPA or other recognised Western Accounting qualification;
    Minimum of 5 years, Finance experience, with at least 2 being within an operational (Divisional) finance role.
    Good understanding of a project lifecycle and the different measures of financial performance.
    Experience in preparing Management Accounting packs and providing analyses and commentary over variances.
    Experience in preparing budgets and forecasts.
    Competent accountant with good understanding of double entry and accounting best practices.
    Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel (ability to build custom models is an advantage).
    Working knowledge of other Microsoft Office tools;
    High standard of (numerical) presentation skills;
    Excellent communication in English (both written and oral).
    Experience of interacting with multiple businesses and finance functions;
    Experience of working within a multi-cultural environment;
    Proven ability to develop strong working relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.

    Desirable

    Some Big 4 experience as a senior associate or above (PwC/EK/KPMG/Deloitte);
    Has relevant industry experience in Construction, Engineering or a relevant Consultancy.
    Working knowledge of JD Edwards, Hyperion Finance Management (HFM), Smart View and other specific IT systems and databased;

    Behavioural
    Essential

    Initiative Able to work independently with minimum supervision, make suggestions on best practice and improving current processes and procedures.
    Problem Solving Can think of creative solutions to problems.
    Strong management and interpersonal skills Able to develop productive internal working relationships with colleagues at all levels.
    Analytical Able to analyse large volumes of date and clearly communicate findings.
    Teamwork Willingly cooperate with others towards the same goals and objectives.
    Communication skills Clear, concise and relevant in both the verbal and written form.
    Time Management Able to prioritise, plan ahead and achieve objectives within strict deadlines.
    Influencing Confident liaising with and influencing at all levels within the organisation.
    Cultural Awareness Able to work within a diverse team and to engage all colleagues.
    Capable of intelligent debate challenge colleagues in a constructive manner, communicate complexity clearly, avoid being abrasive or judgemental.

    Salary and Benefits

    A competitive salary for the right candidate.
    Annual leave allowance.
    Medical and life insurance cover.
    Company pension scheme.

  • Mechanical Engineer 

CAD Technician (Mechanical) 

Electrical Engineer

    Mechanical Engineer CAD Technician (Mechanical) Electrical Engineer

    Job Details
    Atkins Kenya business is looking to hire a 3-4 Year experienced Mechanical Engineer for different assignments based in Nairobi, due to visa constraints we are only looking for Kenyan Nationals.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Carry out engineering design related to the area of academic qualification under general direction of senior engineers.
    Assist in conducting surveys and site investigations to gather field data and design information.
    Assist in project management and coordination roles.
    Perform construction site supervision and assist in contract management.
    Assist in coordinating the activities of the design and construction teams to ensure quality of work and timely delivery of projects.
    Assist in managing project issues, budgets and schedules.
    Prepare and manage project documentation.
    Assist in preparation of tender and contract documents.
    Liaise with external project team members including the Client and attend meetings, as may be directed by senior engineers.
    Carry out Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC), implement and ensure Quality Management System (QMS) is adhered to on projects.
    Provide assistance in bidding, as may be directed by senior engineers.
    May be assigned the role of Project Coordinator, Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE), Inspector of Works, and/or Lead Engineer on projects.
    Any other duties assigned.

    Qualifications
    Bachelors and/or Master of Science (MSC) in the relevant engineering discipline
    Professional

    Registration with relevant engineering bodies, and with ERB as a Graduate Engineer.
    Membership in Professional Societies

    Required Experience
    Must have minimum 4 years or relevant experience in the area of specialization
    Relevant Skills

    Use of computers and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Ms Project
    Possess knowledge on use of relevant engineering software and applications.
    Engineering design, drawing preparation and checking skills, including knowledge of ACAD.
    People skills including interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

    Rewards & Benefits
    We offer an excellent package which includes:

    A competitive salary
    Transportation allowance
    Medical and life insurance cover
    22 calendar days annual leave
    Medical and life insurance cover
    Company gratuity scheme
    Discretionary bonus scheme
    Annual flight allowance to point of origin
    Employee Well-Being Programme – 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants

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