Construction Manager at Rural Electrification Authority

REA 3

Responsibilities

• Identify and Design Renewable Energy projects;
• Supervision of construction lines and design works;
• Commissioning of completed projects and preparation of construction and customer connections as per set standards;
• Implement policies and programmes on power system design;
• Compile projects technical reports including Design, Survey, Cartography and Wayleave;
• Implement policies and programmes on power system design;
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on matters pertaining to design of distribution and transmission lines as necessary;
• Monitoring and evaluating implementation of Construction Performance Contracts;
• Working with Corporate Planning in reviewing annually preparation of the Rural Electrification projects plan;
• Coordinate and supervise construction of all REA grid projects;
• Ensure that records of all grid projects constructed in the country are properly kept both at the Regional office and head office;
• Responsible for the development of designs for all grid extension projects as per the acceptable standards;
• Verify and authorize technical reports and designs and estimates drawings;
• Recommending location of proposed distribution networks including primary and secondary feeding substations by preparing description of project works, materials schedules and cost estimates;
• Verify and with consultation with the General Manager and CEO authorize way leaves compensation payments;
• Ensure that all projects are constructed as per the acceptable construction industry standards;
• Development of Business proposal;
• Ensure Audit of Projects and programmes;
• Oversee project implementation through to commissioning;
• Update The Director on work progress, liaison with stake holders, department requirements and other relevant information geared towards enhancing smooth operation of the department;
• Maintain operational linkages with other department/sections of the Corporation;
• Manage human, financial and material resources assigned to the section;
• Budget preparation and budgetary control;
• Participate in development of the Department’s Work plan and budget;
• Participate in departmental committee meetings as appropriate;
• Develop comprehensive annual work plan for department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical/electronic or any other related field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in a related field;
• Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya;
• 9 years relevant working experience, with at least 5 years at management level;
• Compliance with values and Principles of Public service;
• Analytical skills;
• Attended a senior management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
• Decision making and problem solving skills;
• Strong Leadership, planning and supervisory skills;
• Excellent analytical and Communication skills;
• Networking and relationship building skills;
• Meets the provisions of chapter six of the Constitution.