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Construction Supervisor - Civil
2026-02-25T14:21:23+00:00
Tatu City Limited
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Professional Services
Construction, Science & Engineering, Management, Real Estate
KES
MONTH
2026-03-11T17:00:00+00:00
8

Duties and Responsibilities

On-Site Supervision & Execution Management:

  • Provide direct, hands-on supervision of all civil and structural construction activities on a daily basis, including earthworks, foundations, reinforced concrete works, structural steel, and masonry.
  • Manage and coordinate the daily work of multiple subcontractors and direct labor, ensuring that all teams are working efficiently and collaboratively.
  • Monitor site productivity and progress against the weekly and daily work plans, proactively identifying and resolving any issues that may impact the schedule.
  • Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and method statements to ensure that all works are executed correctly and in full compliance with the design.

Quality Control & Assurance:

  • Act as the frontline enforcer of the project's quality standards, conducting continuous inspections of workmanship and materials.
  • Raise formal inspection requests for all completed works and coordinate with the Field Engineer and QA/QC team to ensure timely approvals.
  • Identify and report any non-conforming works, ensuring that corrective actions are implemented and documented promptly by the contractor.
  • Ensure that all materials delivered to the site meet the approved specifications and are stored correctly.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

  • Champion a culture of safety on-site, leading by example and enforcing all project HSE rules and regulations without compromise.
  • Conduct daily site safety walks (Toolbox Talks) and ensure that all workers are equipped with the correct PPE and are following safe work procedures.
  • Review contractor's method statements and risk assessments, particularly for high-risk activities like excavation, lifting operations, and working at height.
  • Immediately report and respond to any safety incidents or near-misses, and assist in the investigation to determine the root cause.

Reporting & Coordination:

  • Prepare accurate daily and weekly site reports, detailing the progress of works, resource allocation (manpower and equipment), and any delays or challenges encountered.
  • Maintain a detailed site diary, recording all key events, instructions, and weather conditions.
  • Liaise closely with the Structural Field Engineer to resolve technical queries and ensure that all works are approved before proceeding.
  • Coordinate with the project surveyors to ensure that all works are set out and constructed to the correct lines and levels.

Requirements

Education:

A diploma or higher national diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related building trade is essential. A bachelor's degree is an advantage.

Experience:

A minimum of 10-15 years of direct, hands-on experience in a construction supervision role (e.g., Foreman, General Foreman, Site Superintendent) on large-scale building or infrastructure projects.

Industry Background:

Extensive experience working for a major main contractor is mandatory.

Technical Proficiency:

Expert practical knowledge of construction means, methods, and materials. Must have deep expertise in formwork systems, rebar fixing, concrete pouring and curing, and general construction site logistics.

Drawing Interpretation:

Must be highly skilled in reading and interpreting complex civil and structural construction drawings and translating them into clear instructions for the workforce.

  • Provide direct, hands-on supervision of all civil and structural construction activities on a daily basis, including earthworks, foundations, reinforced concrete works, structural steel, and masonry.
  • Manage and coordinate the daily work of multiple subcontractors and direct labor, ensuring that all teams are working efficiently and collaboratively.
  • Monitor site productivity and progress against the weekly and daily work plans, proactively identifying and resolving any issues that may impact the schedule.
  • Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and method statements to ensure that all works are executed correctly and in full compliance with the design.
  • Act as the frontline enforcer of the project's quality standards, conducting continuous inspections of workmanship and materials.
  • Raise formal inspection requests for all completed works and coordinate with the Field Engineer and QA/QC team to ensure timely approvals.
  • Identify and report any non-conforming works, ensuring that corrective actions are implemented and documented promptly by the contractor.
  • Ensure that all materials delivered to the site meet the approved specifications and are stored correctly.
  • Champion a culture of safety on-site, leading by example and enforcing all project HSE rules and regulations without compromise.
  • Conduct daily site safety walks (Toolbox Talks) and ensure that all workers are equipped with the correct PPE and are following safe work procedures.
  • Review contractor's method statements and risk assessments, particularly for high-risk activities like excavation, lifting operations, and working at height.
  • Immediately report and respond to any safety incidents or near-misses, and assist in the investigation to determine the root cause.
  • Prepare accurate daily and weekly site reports, detailing the progress of works, resource allocation (manpower and equipment), and any delays or challenges encountered.
  • Maintain a detailed site diary, recording all key events, instructions, and weather conditions.
  • Liaise closely with the Structural Field Engineer to resolve technical queries and ensure that all works are approved before proceeding.
  • Coordinate with the project surveyors to ensure that all works are set out and constructed to the correct lines and levels.
  • Expert practical knowledge of construction means, methods, and materials.
  • Deep expertise in formwork systems, rebar fixing, concrete pouring and curing, and general construction site logistics.
  • Highly skilled in reading and interpreting complex civil and structural construction drawings and translating them into clear instructions for the workforce.
  • A diploma or higher national diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related building trade is essential.
  • A bachelor's degree is an advantage.
  • A minimum of 10-15 years of direct, hands-on experience in a construction supervision role (e.g., Foreman, General Foreman, Site Superintendent) on large-scale building or infrastructure projects.
  • Extensive experience working for a major main contractor is mandatory.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Construction Supervisor - Civil

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Construction, Science & Engineering, Management, Real Estate]

Jobs at:
Tatu City Limited

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, March 11 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 25 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Duties and Responsibilities

On-Site Supervision & Execution Management:

  • Provide direct, hands-on supervision of all civil and structural construction activities on a daily basis, including earthworks, foundations, reinforced concrete works, structural steel, and masonry.
  • Manage and coordinate the daily work of multiple subcontractors and direct labor, ensuring that all teams are working efficiently and collaboratively.
  • Monitor site productivity and progress against the weekly and daily work plans, proactively identifying and resolving any issues that may impact the schedule.
  • Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and method statements to ensure that all works are executed correctly and in full compliance with the design.

Quality Control & Assurance:

  • Act as the frontline enforcer of the project's quality standards, conducting continuous inspections of workmanship and materials.
  • Raise formal inspection requests for all completed works and coordinate with the Field Engineer and QA/QC team to ensure timely approvals.
  • Identify and report any non-conforming works, ensuring that corrective actions are implemented and documented promptly by the contractor.
  • Ensure that all materials delivered to the site meet the approved specifications and are stored correctly.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

  • Champion a culture of safety on-site, leading by example and enforcing all project HSE rules and regulations without compromise.
  • Conduct daily site safety walks (Toolbox Talks) and ensure that all workers are equipped with the correct PPE and are following safe work procedures.
  • Review contractor's method statements and risk assessments, particularly for high-risk activities like excavation, lifting operations, and working at height.
  • Immediately report and respond to any safety incidents or near-misses, and assist in the investigation to determine the root cause.

Reporting & Coordination:

  • Prepare accurate daily and weekly site reports, detailing the progress of works, resource allocation (manpower and equipment), and any delays or challenges encountered.
  • Maintain a detailed site diary, recording all key events, instructions, and weather conditions.
  • Liaise closely with the Structural Field Engineer to resolve technical queries and ensure that all works are approved before proceeding.
  • Coordinate with the project surveyors to ensure that all works are set out and constructed to the correct lines and levels.

Requirements

Education:

A diploma or higher national diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related building trade is essential. A bachelor's degree is an advantage.

Experience:

A minimum of 10-15 years of direct, hands-on experience in a construction supervision role (e.g., Foreman, General Foreman, Site Superintendent) on large-scale building or infrastructure projects.

Industry Background:

Extensive experience working for a major main contractor is mandatory.

Technical Proficiency:

Expert practical knowledge of construction means, methods, and materials. Must have deep expertise in formwork systems, rebar fixing, concrete pouring and curing, and general construction site logistics.

Drawing Interpretation:

Must be highly skilled in reading and interpreting complex civil and structural construction drawings and translating them into clear instructions for the workforce.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 120

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Construction jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, March 11 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 25-02-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 25-02-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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