Civil Engineering Technician

POSITION: EPKGCW-17/03/2017 The candidate will be based at GROUP CENTRAL WORKSHOPS, CHEMOMI ESTATE in NANDI HILLS. His/her main job purpose will be to ensure that all buildings and civil engineering work carried out in EPK Ltd Factories and estates is fully compliant with the EPK Building Standards. Specifications and County and National legal requirements. MAIN TASKS • Design buildings and roads to meet all National Standards. County Building Codes and Regulations• Produce AutoCad Drawings for buildings and roads • To assist the GM Engineering. Factory and Estate managers by preparing cost estimates for building or civil engineering work. • Prepare Costed Bills of Quantities for civil engineering work • Write detailed Building Specifications for all civil engineering work • Obtain the required Planning Permission for all building and road works • Ensure that all National and County Building Regulations have been met before construction commences• Carry out survey work when required• Ensure that the Building Specifications and Drawings are being followed.• Ensure legal compliance and proper standards on all civil engineering works that meets the National and County Building Codes and Regulations• Ensure all new work, maintenance and repair work are completed to the highest standard required by EPK Ltd.• Ensure that the correct quality and quantity of materials are used for any building or civil engineering work.• Ensure that all civil engineering work is within the cost estimate, the contract amount and is completed on time.• Prepare a site visit report after each visit and a monthly report on civil engineering work and design• Supervision and management of Estate artisans • Arrange and facilitate Training Sessions to address skills deficit according to Company policies and procedures.SPECIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • A Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering or related field • Membership of a relevant body will be an added advantage. • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in civil engineering, building design and building construction. • Have knowledge and experience in using AutoCAD software to produce drawings • Be familiar with basic surveying techniques • Have Knowledge of   i. Government Building Codes and Planning Regulations  ii. Statutory Health and Safety Laws• Be a team player with good interpersonal and customer service skills • Be a person of high Integrity with excellent organisational skills