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Civil Engineering Lead

Job Type

Full Time

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND

Experience

7 years

Location

Kericho

Job Field

Engineering / Technical

Job Description

The Civil Engineering Lead is the technical lead of all matters to Civil Engineering. This includes all construction projects, building maintenance, road design & maintenance, water & wastewater design, treatment, reticulation & maintenance.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Project Planning & Execution

Take full ownership of planning, designing, and supervising civil engineering projects across tea plantations and factories, ensuring timely and quality delivery

Lead, mentor, and coordinate the civil engineering team and subcontractors, ensuring clear communication, accountability, and high performance

Maintain accurate records of project progress, technical specifications, site inspections, and prepare comprehensive reports for senior management

Infrastructure Development & Maintenance

Oversee construction and maintenance of plantation infrastructure such as roads, drainage, irrigation systems, retaining walls, and bridges, as well as factory buildings, processing units, and utilities

Assign and prioritize work orders and ensure timely completion of maintenance and repairs

Monitor and maintain workshop tools, machinery, and diagnostic equipment to ensure they are in good working order

Ensure a clean, organized, and safe working environment in compliance with health and safety regulations

Maintain records of EJR for tracking and reporting

Manage and review team performance

Staff Management

Supervise, train, and evaluate civil & construction staff, including carpenters, plumbers, masons, technicians, and support personnel

Schedule staff and allocate tasks according to their skill sets and workload

Provide ongoing professional development and technical training to enhance staff skills

Foster a team-oriented work environment, resolving conflicts, and motivating staff to meet performance targets

Inventory and Resource Management

Prepare detailed project budgets, control expenditures, and optimize resource allocation to meet financial targets without compromising quality

Collaborate with procurement to obtain the best pricing and quality of construction materials and vendors

Ensure cost-effective use of carpentry workshop resources while minimizing wastage

Quality Control & Assurance

Monitor construction quality and materials used, enforce company and industry standards, and conduct inspections to guarantee durability and safety of infrastructure

Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure that all work is performed to the highest standards

Address any customer complaints regarding repair quality and implement corrective actions

Customer Service

Maintain a customer-centric approach, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction

Provide regular updates to customers on the status of repairs and maintenance

Offer expert advice and solutions for complex civil/structural issues

Safety and Compliance

Ensure all civil works adhere strictly to safety standards, environmental regulations, and statutory requirements. Conduct regular site safety audits and implement corrective actions.

Ensure compliance with local regulations and industry standards regarding vehicle safety and emissions

Conduct regular safety inspections and enforce safety protocols within the workshop

Problem Solving & Innovation

Identify infrastructure-related issues, develop effective solutions, and introduce innovative techniques to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs

Promote and implement sustainable engineering practices such as soil conservation, water management, erosion control, and use of eco-friendly materials

Job Requirements

Qualifications Required

Degree in Civil Engineering, or related field

Registration with EBK/IEK

7+ years of experience as Civil Engineer or equivalent, with at least 2 years in a management or supervisory role including demonstratable accountabilities in

Road construction & maintenance (KeRRA Class L/F/S/T/W roads or equivalent)

Manufacturing & Residential Building Construction and Maintenance

Construction end-to-end project management

Water Reticulation Design and Maintenance

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required

Must demonstrate strong technical knowledge across all the construction sites’ processes and lines

Proven leadership skills & communication skills with experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and contractors

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices in construction environment

Proficient in using Civil Engineering software (AutoCAD, Ms Project), inventory management/ scheduling, and reporting software e.g., ERP systems

• Take full ownership of planning, designing, and supervising civil engineering projects across tea plantations and factories, ensuring timely and quality delivery
• Lead, mentor, and coordinate the civil engineering team and subcontractors, ensuring clear communication, accountability, and high performance
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, technical specifications, site inspections, and prepare comprehensive reports for senior management
• Oversee construction and maintenance of plantation infrastructure such as roads, drainage, irrigation systems, retaining walls, and bridges, as well as factory buildings, processing units, and utilities
• Assign and prioritize work orders and ensure timely completion of maintenance and repairs
• Monitor and maintain workshop tools, machinery, and diagnostic equipment to ensure they are in good working order
• Ensure a clean, organized, and safe working environment in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Maintain records of EJR for tracking and reporting
• Manage and review team performance
• Supervise, train, and evaluate civil & construction staff, including carpenters, plumbers, masons, technicians, and support personnel
• Schedule staff and allocate tasks according to their skill sets and workload
• Provide ongoing professional development and technical training to enhance staff skills
• Foster a team-oriented work environment, resolving conflicts, and motivating staff to meet performance targets
• Prepare detailed project budgets, control expenditures, and optimize resource allocation to meet financial targets without compromising quality
• Collaborate with procurement to obtain the best pricing and quality of construction materials and vendors
• Ensure cost-effective use of carpentry workshop resources while minimizing wastage
• Monitor construction quality and materials used, enforce company and industry standards, and conduct inspections to guarantee durability and safety of infrastructure
• Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure that all work is performed to the highest standards
• Address any customer complaints regarding repair quality and implement corrective actions
• Maintain a customer-centric approach, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
• Provide regular updates to customers on the status of repairs and maintenance
• Offer expert advice and solutions for complex civil/structural issues
• Ensure all civil works adhere strictly to safety standards, environmental regulations, and statutory requirements. Conduct regular site safety audits and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and industry standards regarding vehicle safety and emissions
• Conduct regular safety inspections and enforce safety protocols within the workshop
• Identify infrastructure-related issues, develop effective solutions, and introduce innovative techniques to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs
• Promote and implement sustainable engineering practices such as soil conservation, water management, erosion control, and use of eco-friendly materials

• Strong technical knowledge across all construction sites’ processes and lines
• Proven leadership skills
• Communication skills
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and contractors
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices in construction environment
• Proficient in using Civil Engineering software (AutoCAD, Ms Project)
• Proficient in inventory management/ scheduling
• Proficient in reporting software e.g., ERP systems

• Degree in Civil Engineering, or related field
• Registration with EBK/IEK
• 7+ years of experience as Civil Engineer or equivalent
• At least 2 years in a management or supervisory role
• Demonstrable accountabilities in Road construction & maintenance (KeRRA Class L/F/S/T/W roads or equivalent)
• Demonstrable accountabilities in Manufacturing & Residential Building Construction and Maintenance
• Demonstrable accountabilities in Construction end-to-end project management
• Demonstrable accountabilities in Water Reticulation Design and Maintenance