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Design Specialist
2026-09-03T22:52:44+00:00
Gap Recruitment Services Limited
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Human Services
Science & Engineering, Art, Fashion & Design, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Recruitment
KES
MONTH
2026-09-09T17:00:00+00:00
8

Key Responsibilities

Security & Life Safety Systems Design

Design technical solutions for security and life safety systems, including but not limited to:

  • CCTV / VideSurveillance Systems
  • Access Control Systems
  • Public Address & Voice Alarm (PAVA) Systems
  • Entrance Control Systems
  • IP PBAX / IP-PBX Systems
  • Intercom Systems
  • Other integrated security and life safety solutions as required.

Analyse project requirements, architectural layouts, specifications, and client needs tdevelop appropriate system designs.

Prepare system architectures, equipment layouts, schematics, block diagrams, and detailed design documentation.

Ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, scalable, and aligned with project requirements.

CAD & Technical Drawings

Prepare accurate 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant design software.

Develop detailed working drawings for project implementation.

Prepare layouts for equipment, devices, containment, cabling, pathways, and system infrastructure.

Produce As-Built Drawings based on site installations and approved project changes.

Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, coordination, and compliance with project requirements.

Maintain proper document control and revision management for design drawings.

Site Surveys & Technical Assessments

Conduct site surveys tassess existing infrastructure, site conditions, and client requirements.

Take accurate site measurements and prepare sketches, mark-ups, and survey reports.

Identify design constraints, installation challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

Translate site survey findings intpractical design solutions and project documentation.

Liaise with site teams tverify actual installation conditions and resolve design-related issues.

Bill of Quantities & Technical Documentation

Develop and prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) based on approved system designs.

Identify required equipment, materials, accessories, cabling, containment, and installation requirements.

Ensure BOQs accurately reflect the approved design and project scope.

Support preparation of technical specifications, equipment schedules, material schedules, and other project documentation.

Assist in reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotations where required.

Project Coordination & Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Consultants, Contractors, Sales Teams, and Clients tunderstand project requirements, objectives, and constraints.

Attend project meetings with clients and other stakeholders as required.

Participate in design coordination meetings and provide technical input on security and life safety systems.

Coordinate designs with architectural, electrical, mechanical, ICT, and other engineering disciplines.

Respond ttechnical queries and provide design clarifications during project execution.

Support project teams in resolving design and technical issues.

Project Communication & Documentation

Prepare and maintain Minutes of Meetings (MoMs) for relevant project and design meetings.

Track design-related actions, decisions, changes, and outstanding issues.

Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Maintain accurate project records, drawings, revisions, and technical documentation.

Ensure timely submission of design deliverables in accordance with project schedules.

Design Improvement & Innovation

Identify opportunities timprove design processes, quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Provide strategic and practical solutions tovercome design and project challenges.

Research and recommend appropriate technologies and solutions based on project requirements.

Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, products, and design practices.

Incorporate relevant technological developments and best practices intproject deliverables.

Standards, Quality & Compliance

Ensure all designs comply with applicable engineering codes, standards, regulations, client specifications, and project requirements.

Follow established design standards, guidelines, templates, and quality procedures.

Conduct design reviews and quality checks before submission or issue for construction.

Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention tdetail across all design deliverables.

Support continuous improvement of design standards, processes, and documentation.

Required Skills & Competencies

Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.

Proficiency in Revit and/or other CAD/BIM design software is highly desirable.

Good understanding of technical drawings, layouts, schematics, and design documentation.

Ability tinterpret architectural, structural, electrical, and engineering drawings.

Understanding of security and life safety systems and their design principles.

Ability tconduct site surveys and translate site conditions inttechnical designs.

Ability tdevelop accurate BOQs and equipment/material schedules.

Qualifications and Experience

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or related technical field, including:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Urban Planning
  • Other relevant engineering/design disciplines.

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in security systems, life safety systems, engineering design, CAD design, or a similar field.

Relevant experience in the design and documentation of security and/or life safety systems will be an added advantage.

  • Design technical solutions for security and life safety systems, including but not limited to: CCTV / VideSurveillance Systems, Access Control Systems, Public Address & Voice Alarm (PAVA) Systems, Entrance Control Systems, IP PBAX / IP-PBX Systems, Intercom Systems, Other integrated security and life safety solutions as required.
  • Analyse project requirements, architectural layouts, specifications, and client needs tdevelop appropriate system designs.
  • Prepare system architectures, equipment layouts, schematics, block diagrams, and detailed design documentation.
  • Ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, scalable, and aligned with project requirements.
  • Prepare accurate 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant design software.
  • Develop detailed working drawings for project implementation.
  • Prepare layouts for equipment, devices, containment, cabling, pathways, and system infrastructure.
  • Produce As-Built Drawings based on site installations and approved project changes.
  • Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, coordination, and compliance with project requirements.
  • Maintain proper document control and revision management for design drawings.
  • Conduct site surveys tassess existing infrastructure, site conditions, and client requirements.
  • Take accurate site measurements and prepare sketches, mark-ups, and survey reports.
  • Identify design constraints, installation challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Translate site survey findings intpractical design solutions and project documentation.
  • Liaise with site teams tverify actual installation conditions and resolve design-related issues.
  • Develop and prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) based on approved system designs.
  • Identify required equipment, materials, accessories, cabling, containment, and installation requirements.
  • Ensure BOQs accurately reflect the approved design and project scope.
  • Support preparation of technical specifications, equipment schedules, material schedules, and other project documentation.
  • Assist in reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotations where required.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Consultants, Contractors, Sales Teams, and Clients tunderstand project requirements, objectives, and constraints.
  • Attend project meetings with clients and other stakeholders as required.
  • Participate in design coordination meetings and provide technical input on security and life safety systems.
  • Coordinate designs with architectural, electrical, mechanical, ICT, and other engineering disciplines.
  • Respond ttechnical queries and provide design clarifications during project execution.
  • Support project teams in resolving design and technical issues.
  • Prepare and maintain Minutes of Meetings (MoMs) for relevant project and design meetings.
  • Track design-related actions, decisions, changes, and outstanding issues.
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Maintain accurate project records, drawings, revisions, and technical documentation.
  • Ensure timely submission of design deliverables in accordance with project schedules.
  • Identify opportunities timprove design processes, quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Provide strategic and practical solutions tovercome design and project challenges.
  • Research and recommend appropriate technologies and solutions based on project requirements.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, products, and design practices.
  • Incorporate relevant technological developments and best practices intproject deliverables.
  • Ensure all designs comply with applicable engineering codes, standards, regulations, client specifications, and project requirements.
  • Follow established design standards, guidelines, templates, and quality procedures.
  • Conduct design reviews and quality checks before submission or issue for construction.
  • Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention tdetail across all design deliverables.
  • Support continuous improvement of design standards, processes, and documentation.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD
  • Proficiency in Revit and/or other CAD/BIM design software
  • Good understanding of technical drawings, layouts, schematics, and design documentation.
  • Ability tinterpret architectural, structural, electrical, and engineering drawings.
  • Understanding of security and life safety systems and their design principles.
  • Ability tconduct site surveys and translate site conditions inttechnical designs.
  • Ability tdevelop accurate BOQs and equipment/material schedules.
  • Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or related technical field, including: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Other relevant engineering/design disciplines.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Design Specialist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Human Services, Category: Science & Engineering, Art, Fashion & Design, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Recruitment]

Jobs at:
Gap Recruitment Services Limited

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, September 9 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, September 3 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Key Responsibilities

Security & Life Safety Systems Design

Design technical solutions for security and life safety systems, including but not limited to:

  • CCTV / VideSurveillance Systems
  • Access Control Systems
  • Public Address & Voice Alarm (PAVA) Systems
  • Entrance Control Systems
  • IP PBAX / IP-PBX Systems
  • Intercom Systems
  • Other integrated security and life safety solutions as required.

Analyse project requirements, architectural layouts, specifications, and client needs tdevelop appropriate system designs.

Prepare system architectures, equipment layouts, schematics, block diagrams, and detailed design documentation.

Ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, scalable, and aligned with project requirements.

CAD & Technical Drawings

Prepare accurate 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant design software.

Develop detailed working drawings for project implementation.

Prepare layouts for equipment, devices, containment, cabling, pathways, and system infrastructure.

Produce As-Built Drawings based on site installations and approved project changes.

Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, coordination, and compliance with project requirements.

Maintain proper document control and revision management for design drawings.

Site Surveys & Technical Assessments

Conduct site surveys tassess existing infrastructure, site conditions, and client requirements.

Take accurate site measurements and prepare sketches, mark-ups, and survey reports.

Identify design constraints, installation challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

Translate site survey findings intpractical design solutions and project documentation.

Liaise with site teams tverify actual installation conditions and resolve design-related issues.

Bill of Quantities & Technical Documentation

Develop and prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) based on approved system designs.

Identify required equipment, materials, accessories, cabling, containment, and installation requirements.

Ensure BOQs accurately reflect the approved design and project scope.

Support preparation of technical specifications, equipment schedules, material schedules, and other project documentation.

Assist in reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotations where required.

Project Coordination & Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Consultants, Contractors, Sales Teams, and Clients tunderstand project requirements, objectives, and constraints.

Attend project meetings with clients and other stakeholders as required.

Participate in design coordination meetings and provide technical input on security and life safety systems.

Coordinate designs with architectural, electrical, mechanical, ICT, and other engineering disciplines.

Respond ttechnical queries and provide design clarifications during project execution.

Support project teams in resolving design and technical issues.

Project Communication & Documentation

Prepare and maintain Minutes of Meetings (MoMs) for relevant project and design meetings.

Track design-related actions, decisions, changes, and outstanding issues.

Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Maintain accurate project records, drawings, revisions, and technical documentation.

Ensure timely submission of design deliverables in accordance with project schedules.

Design Improvement & Innovation

Identify opportunities timprove design processes, quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Provide strategic and practical solutions tovercome design and project challenges.

Research and recommend appropriate technologies and solutions based on project requirements.

Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, products, and design practices.

Incorporate relevant technological developments and best practices intproject deliverables.

Standards, Quality & Compliance

Ensure all designs comply with applicable engineering codes, standards, regulations, client specifications, and project requirements.

Follow established design standards, guidelines, templates, and quality procedures.

Conduct design reviews and quality checks before submission or issue for construction.

Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention tdetail across all design deliverables.

Support continuous improvement of design standards, processes, and documentation.

Required Skills & Competencies

Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.

Proficiency in Revit and/or other CAD/BIM design software is highly desirable.

Good understanding of technical drawings, layouts, schematics, and design documentation.

Ability tinterpret architectural, structural, electrical, and engineering drawings.

Understanding of security and life safety systems and their design principles.

Ability tconduct site surveys and translate site conditions inttechnical designs.

Ability tdevelop accurate BOQs and equipment/material schedules.

Qualifications and Experience

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or related technical field, including:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Urban Planning
  • Other relevant engineering/design disciplines.

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in security systems, life safety systems, engineering design, CAD design, or a similar field.

Relevant experience in the design and documentation of security and/or life safety systems will be an added advantage.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Engineering jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, September 9 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 04-09-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 03-09-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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