Quantity Surveyor at Co-operative Bank of Kenya

The Role 

Specifically, the successful jobholder will be required to:

• Provide support to the Bank in construction, project management, maintenance and security of the Bank’s capital assets in particular Bank premises with emphasis on construction issues.
• Manage and oversee routine scheduled maintenance work and respond to equipment faults and carry out quality inspections on jobs.
• Ensure proper contracting, cost management and value management for Bank’s construction, refurbishment and maintenance projects.
• Work closely with key internal and external stakeholders to develop cost reduction strategies and implementation plans.
• Supervise projects in liaison with the Bank’s consultants, to successful completion within the shortest period as may be agreed from time to time.
• Manage construction costs in the new outlets and other refurbishments as may be agreed from time to time.
• Prepare/Review blank bills of quantities and other tender documents to be issued to contractors for tendering.
• Liaise with procurement team and external consultants on all tender processes including shortlisting of contractors, tender invitations, tender opening and tender evaluation.
• Prepare valuations for in-house projects, evaluate and monitor payments to contractors at various stages of construction.  
• Ensure complete and proper documentation of all on-going and completed projects such as contracts, performance bonds, and all necessary documentation.
• Prepare repair specifications, select suitable contractors to carry out the works and prepare maintenance tender documents.

Desired Skills and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Building Economics or equivalent 
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role in a fast-paced environment. 
• Strong Preventive and Active maintenance skills, Construction & Project Management skills
• Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent business skills and knowledge of managing budgets, leading a team and liaising with suppliers.
• Ability to build strong relationships across the organization.
• Advanced report writing and presentation skills.
• Sound ability to prioritize, time-manage, and honor deadlines.