Resident Engineer at KCA University (KCAU)

Job Objective

• The job holder will provide full-time on-site technical oversight and contract administration for the University Multi-Level Academic Building project, ensuring works are executed in accordance with approved designs, specifications, quality standards, timelines, budget, statutory requirements, and institutional governance frameworks.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Study and be familiar with the Conditions of Contract (CoC), specifications, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), drawings, and related documents.
• Check dimensions and levels of permanent works for compliance.
• Examine and test materials and workmanship for compliance.
• Monitor the progress of works versus the programme
• Recommend to the Engineer/ Architect the acceptance/ rejection of the contractor’s proposed programme or revised programme of works;
• Review the contractor’s plant use, temporary works, and construction methods for compliance and safety.
• Assist QS with information for the measurement of works and contractors’ statements.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure as-built drawings are prepared.
• Submit progress reports to the Engineer/ Architect.
• Notify the Engineer/Architect of difficulties, claims, or potential claims.
• Coordinate the contractor’s work to minimise disruption.
• Report land access problems and assist with local authority liaison.
• Verify insurance compliance before work starts.
• Review and approve shop drawings in consultation with the Engineer.
• Control and Inspection of Works, including but not limited to:
  • Checking the setting out of works and ensuring that the contractor makes all corrections found to be necessary.
  • Inspecting excavations and formations before construction.
  • Inspecting preparations for works (including formwork, rebar placement, etc.) to avoid mistakes.
  • Inspecting materials on site (rebar, aggregates, sand, ready-mix concrete) before use.
  • Inspecting concreting works (pouring, compaction, curing) for compliance.
  • Monitoring compliance with site safety, sanitation, and security measures

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Registration with the Engineers Board of Kenya.
• Membership in professional societies (MIEK, MIStructE, or MICE).
• 7–10 years’ experience in building construction supervision.
• Candidates who meet the following requirements will have an added advantage:
  • Master’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Experience in University or institutional construction projects.
  • Postgraduate qualification in Project Management.
  • Certification in contract management (e.g., FIDIC).

Other Skills And Competencies

• Strong contract administration and technical supervision skills.
• Financial and cost-control awareness.
• Risk management capability.
• High integrity and accountability.
• Excellent stakeholder management and reporting skills.