Municipal Principal Superintending Architect (Re-advertised) - 4 Posts at Migori County Public Service Board

Duties and Responsibilities

• Management and coordination of work in the preparation of scheme designs
• Production of drawings for projects in the annual Works Program
• Controlling of activities on site
• Supervision of projects during construction and maintenance
• Monitoring of expenditure
• Liaising with client departments on matters relating to design briefs and expenditure 
• Manage and coordinate field surveys and user reaction investigations
• Analysis of data from field surveys
• Establishment of space standards and better architectural detailing
• Monitor an evaluate sketch/scheme designs done by consultants for necessary recommendations for approval
• Evaluation of consultants’ fees and make recommendations for payment
• Assessment of training needs in the units
• Design and supervision of construction and maintenance of public buildings, civil and other public works
• Responsible for research activities, administration and supervision of all staff working under him/her

Requirements of Appointment

• Served in the grade of Senior Superintending Architect or in comparable and relevant position in the public service for at least (3) years;
• A bachelor’s degree in Architecture or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution
• A masters degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage
• Registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors
• Has a certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution.
• Corporate membership with the Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK)
• Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of building programs
• Shown merit and ability as demonstrated in work performance and results