Roads Manager at Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA)

REF: KURA/MNT/MR/17/2 JG 8 

The incumbent will be responsible for entire roads project life cycle to include design, construction, and maintenance and project completion.

Responsibilities for the Manager Roads Job

• Be responsible for the Road Project cycle which includes planning, design, construction and maintenance.
• The person shall be responsible for all the resources within his/her section which includes funds, equipment and human capital.
• Monitor and coordinate field operations to ensure compliance with the set standards and specifications.
• The person may be designated as a Regional Manager in any of the Authority’s regional offices.
• The person may be designated as a Project Manager in any of the Authority’s special projects.
• Ensuring review of development plans for compliance with adopted road engineering standards and good engineering practices.
• Responsible for implementation of the policies of the Authority.
• Preparing annual work programs, budgets and procurement plans.
• Supervision of road works and services.
• Carrying out of general administration
• Performance of any other duties as assigned by the General Manager (Maintenance)

Qualifications for the Manager Roads Job

• Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Registered Engineer with the Engineers Board of Kenya.
• Working ICT knowledge for road management systems.
• Be a member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK).
• Experience in Labour Based Works.
• Seven (7) years post registration experience and three (3) years in a Senior Management position with relevant experience and responsibility.
• Demonstrable knowledge in planning, design, construction and maintenance of roads.
• Demonstrable knowledge of public procurement systems and processes as used by the
• Government of Kenya, multilateral and bilateral development partners.
• Strong interpersonal relations and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams and achieve set targets through team work.