Civil Engineer-Kenya

About the role
Ampersand is looking for a competent and reliable Civil Engineer to join the Construction department to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, timely and safe construction projects.
Ampersand has recently partnered with a major petrol retailer that will be providing locations for Ampersand’s charging infrastructure in and around Nairobi. The project will expand the Ampersand charging network over 15+ sites within a short timeframe.
The Civil Engineer will lead all technical execution of the projects by :

Ensuring the compliance of the construction with design and all other regulations
Coordinating all the site works with the contractors and partners
Setting and implementing quality control procedures during construction
Enforcing Health and safety construction guidelines, among others.

Responsibilities

Provide project management to remove blockers, maintain accountability from all partners and deliver the project’s goals, on time, on budget and safely.
Project scheduling and planning.
Regular reporting to keep stakeholders informed, up to date and able to escalate where necessary.
Interpret and ensure the compliance of the drawings and site construction(setting out, surveys).
Provide technical guidance to contractors during the execution to enforce quality workmanship.
Prepare the required bills of quantities and ensure the time delivery of required materials and equipment on site.
Produce construction shop drawings required for both designers and contractors.
Review the design drawings from the designers and advice in case there might be an issue.
Assist in permitting process.
Apply and enforce quality control and quality assurance procedures on site.
Inspect the supplied materials and confirm the compliance on quality before use
Enforce HSE standards on a construction site.
Prepare site reports and other paperwork required.
Oversee all the civil maintenance at all ampersand operating facilities.

Minimum requirements
We are seeking qualified and motivated personnel with a deep knowledge and experience in the construction field. You are encouraged to apply if you meet the following:

A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in the construction industry
2-3 years of experience as a site engineer
Degree in civil engineering/structural engineering/Water & Environmental Engineering
Registered in Institution of Kenya Engineers
Deep knowledge on complex construction drawings interpretation
Basic knowledge of cad softwares such as Autocad, Revit, Archcad,..
Strong understanding of general maintenance processes and methods
Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices, including Microsoft Office.
Written and verbal communication skills
Managerial and Problem-solving skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Willingness to work over the weekends or on holidays whenever requested

Apply via :

ampersandelectricmobility.teamtailor.com