Duties and responsibilities

General coordination of all water activities/projects at the sub-county
Producing designs, both initial outlines and full plans, of sewerage, water treatment and water structures such as pump systems and pipe networks
Managing and maintaining water and sewerage infrastructure operations
Presenting project details and technical information to the Chief officer
Writing reports
Preparation of project proposals
Liaison with staff from other departments working at the sub county
Preparation of bills of quantities
Interpretation of bills of quantities and drawings to the residents
Measurements of work done and Preparation of payment certificates
Writing and preparation of tender documents and managing contracts in liaison with the Chief Officer
Liaising with contractors, government agencies and suppliers
Supervising contractors and site workers
Using a variety of specialist computer applications/simulation software to design projects
Coordinate with the Chief Officer to ensure that projects keep to budgets and timescales
Maintaining an awareness of current environmental issues
Streamlining the water agenda with the community and other interested parties
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor

Requirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen
Bsc Civil Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering (Water) or Equivalent
A postgraduate qualification in the engineering field for graduates without relevant first degrees
Registration with relevant bodies
At least 1 years’ experience in related fields
A training in various engineering design soft wares will be an added advantage
Ability to learn/use of survey equipment such as GPS, Theodolite, Total Station/Real time kinematic
Ability to demonstrate a genuine knowledge and interest of the water industry and environmental issue
Certificate in Computer application skills from a recognized institution