Background

The Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) is the voice of employers in Kenya and the umbrella body that brings together enterprises from all sectors of the economy. The Federation’s mandate is to promote the interests of employers and to influence labour and social policy to support enterprise growth and competitiveness in a dynamic global environment.

Responsibilities

• Day to day FKE liaison and serving as a link with contractors, engineers, surveyors, and the entire Consulting teams at the Construction site
• Review Contract Documents with the Contractor on behalf of the Federation.
• Inspect construction work to ensure it meets standards and health and safety requirements.
• Observe the quality and progress of the construction to determine in general that it is proceeding in accordance with the Contracts. Notify the Federation and the Consulting team any deviations.
• Inspecting construction work and comparing it with drawings and specifications.
• Measuring and quality checking of building materials.
• Identifying defects and suggesting ways to correct them.
• Monitoring progress and reporting to FKE and the Consulting team and assist in the preparation of progress reports.
• Confirming the plans and documenting of work, along with measurements and samples.
• Checking that building regulations, legal and ecological requirements are adhered to.
• Consider the Contractor’s suggestions and recommendations, evaluate and discuss them with the Federation and the Consulting team for decision making.
• Attend project meetings as the Federations representative and report back in writing.
• Confirm all the tests that may be required by the Contract.
• Maintain detailed records of work at the construction site or as directed by the Federation.
• Review Applications for Payment submitted by the consultants.
• Assist the Federation in final inspection of the work done and review the documentation and record documents to be furnished to the Federation upon completion of the work.
• Liaise with the consultants to ensure appropriate financial, commercial and legal risks relating to the project are documented.
• Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.
• Any other work that may be assigned by the Federation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Surveying/ Building Construction or related field.
• Holders of a Higher Diploma on the same with 4 years’ experience will be considered.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Construction Industry with 1 year as a clerk of works/ supervisor in a large construction site.
• Proven track record of handling construction projects successfully.

Key Skills, Competencies and Desired Attributes

• Highly organized and a good planner
• Analytical skills, numeracy skills and keen on details
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and Team working skills
• Commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Tact and Diplomacy
• Management and leadership skills
• Integrity and Ability to manage confidential information

• Day to day FKE liaison and serving as a link with contractors, engineers, surveyors, and the entire Consulting teams at the Construction site
• Review Contract Documents with the Contractor on behalf of the Federation.
• Inspect construction work to ensure it meets standards and health and safety requirements.
• Observe the quality and progress of the construction to determine in general that it is proceeding in accordance with the Contracts. Notify the Federation and the Consulting team any deviations.
• Inspecting construction work and comparing it with drawings and specifications.
• Measuring and quality checking of building materials.
• Identifying defects and suggesting ways to correct them.
• Monitoring progress and reporting to FKE and the Consulting team and assist in the preparation of progress reports.
• Confirming the plans and documenting of work, along with measurements and samples.
• Checking that building regulations, legal and ecological requirements are adhered to.
• Consider the Contractor’s suggestions and recommendations, evaluate and discuss them with the Federation and the Consulting team for decision making.
• Attend project meetings as the Federations representative and report back in writing.
• Confirm all the tests that may be required by the Contract.
• Maintain detailed records of work at the construction site or as directed by the Federation.
• Review Applications for Payment submitted by the consultants.
• Assist the Federation in final inspection of the work done and review the documentation and record documents to be furnished to the Federation upon completion of the work.
• Liaise with the consultants to ensure appropriate financial, commercial and legal risks relating to the project are documented.
• Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.
• Any other work that may be assigned by the Federation.

• Highly organized and a good planner
• Analytical skills, numeracy skills and keen on details
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and Team working skills
• Commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Tact and Diplomacy
• Management and leadership skills
• Integrity and Ability to manage confidential information

• Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Surveying/ Building Construction or related field.
• Holders of a Higher Diploma on the same with 4 years’ experience will be considered.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Construction Industry with 1 year as a clerk of works/ supervisor in a large construction site.
• Proven track record of handling construction projects successfully.