Open Positions at Tatu City Limited

Drafting, Modeling & Technical Delivery:

• Produce detailed 2D construction drawings and 3D BIM models for reinforced concrete (RC), structural steel, and civil works for high-rise towers, industrial warehouses, and residential complexes.
• Develop complex detailing including rebar detailing (RC), steel connections, and general arrangement drawings in compliance with design specifications.
• Ensure all drawings and models strictly adhere to the company’s CAD/BIM standards and international coding conventions (e.g., ISO 19650 basics).
• Transform conceptual sketches and engineering calculations into accurate, construction-ready documentation.
•  Maintain and organize the project drawing library, ensuring version control and proper file management protocols are followed.

Coordination & Clash Detection:

• Utilize Navisworks to perform collision detection between structural elements and MEP/Architectural models; generate clash reports and resolve conflicts prior to site issuance.
• Liaise effectively with Architects, MEP technicians, and Engineers to ensure a seamless, integrated design delivery.
• Assist in the preparation of "As-Built" drawings and models based on site mark-ups and field changes.

Site Support & Quality Control:

• Review construction drawings for accuracy, feasibility, and constructability before final approval.
• Conduct periodic site visits to verify that construction works align with the issued structural details and models.
• Support the engineering team in quantity take-offs (BOQ support) extracted directly from BIM models.

Requirements

Skills and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a Diploma from a specialized technical institute is required.
• Experience: A minimum of seven to ten (7-10) years of progressive experience in drafting and detailing for residential, industrial, and high-rise building projects.
• BIM Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in BIM modeling and coordination.
• Software Proficiency: Expert-level proficiency is mandatory in AutoCAD, Revit (Structure), and Navisworks. Awareness of Civil 3D, CADS RC, or structural analysis software (e.g., Prota Structure) is a distinct advantage.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of construction methodologies, reinforced concrete detailing rules (e.g., standard hooks, laps), and structural steel sections.

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We're on the lookout for a meticulous and analytical Quantity Surveyor (QS) to take charge of cost planning, procurement, and financial oversight for our construction projects. The perfect candidate will bring experience from managing large-scale residential complexes and/or warehouses.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Estimation & Budgeting

• Prepare preliminary cost estimates, feasibility studies, and detailed budgets on all design stages.
• Develop Bills of Quantities (BoQ) and tender documents.
• Advise on cost-efficient materials and construction methods.
• Effective budget tracking to ensure projects stay within financial constraints.

Procurement & Tendering

• Assist in contractor/subcontractor selection and bid evaluations.
• Preparing, negotiating and analyzing costs for tenders and contracts.
• Recommend procurement strategies (traditional, design & build, etc.).

 Financial Control & Reporting ·      

• Monitor project expenditures and forecast final costs.
• Valuing completed work and certifying payments.
• Conduct interim valuations and progress payment certifications.
• Manage variations, change orders, and cost reconciliation.

 Contract Administration

• Administer contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC, FIDIC) and ensure compliance.
• Handle claims, disputes, and extension-of-time requests.
• Liaise with legal teams on contractual matters.

Risk & Value Management

• Identify financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Implement value engineering to optimize costs without compromising quality.
• Advise on lifecycle costing and sustainability initiatives.

Post-Construction Duties

• Finalize accounts, including variations and retention releases.
• Resolve disputes and close out financial matters.
• Provide post-project cost analysis and lessons learned.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Building Economics, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered with the Board of Registered Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya (BORAQS) or a comparable regulatory authority.
• Professional affiliation with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS, UK) is preferred.
• At least 4 years of practical site-based supervision experience in large-scale residential projects and/or industrial warehouses.
• Demonstrated expertise in FIDIC Conditions of Contract.
• Strong knowledge of the Kenyan market, especially related to large-scale residential developments and/or warehouse suppliers and contractors.
• Outstanding skills in site reporting and documentation, emphasizing progress tracking, risk assessment, and the implementation of corrective measures.
• Technical competence in cost estimation, contract management, and dispute resolution (experience in arbitration is an advantage).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capability to interpret engineering drawings, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and construction methodologies.

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Drafting, Modeling & Technical Delivery:

• Lead the production of fully coordinated MEP drawings and BIM models for HVAC, Electrical (Power/Lighting/Low Current), Plumbing, Drainage, and Fire Fighting systems.
• Prepare detailed schematics, riser diagrams, plant room layouts, and typical installation details for high-rise and industrial projects.
• Ensure all MEP services are modeled to the required Level of Detail (LOD) and adhere to company CAD/BIM standards.
• Convert engineering design mark-ups into accurate construction documentation and shop drawings.
• Maintain updated libraries of MEP families and blocks to ensure modeling efficiency and accuracy.

Coordination & Clash Detection:

• Utilize Navisworks to execute rigorous clash detection between MEP services and Structural/Architectural elements; manage the resolution of clashes with the engineering team.
• Coordinate service routes to optimize ceiling voids and vertical shafts, ensuring constructability and maintenance access.
• Collaborate with the structural and civil teams to ensure penetrations, sleeves, and openings are accurately located in the structural model.

Site Support & Quality Control:

• Review contractor shop drawings and material submittals against the design model to ensure compliance.
• Assist in the production of Combined Services Drawings (CSD) and Builders Work in Connection (BWIC) drawings.
• Conduct site inspections to verify that MEP installations match the coordinated BIM models and "As-Built" documentation whenever requested.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a Diploma from a specialized technical institute is required.
• Experience: A minimum of seven to ten (7-10) years of progressive experience in MEP drafting and coordination for residential, industrial, and high-rise buildings.
• BIM Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in MEP BIM modeling.
• Software Proficiency: Expert-level proficiency is mandatory in AutoCAD, Revit (MEP), and Navisworks. Awareness of calculation software (e.g., HAP, Dialux, Elite Fire) is an advantage.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of MEP systems coordination, plant room spatial requirements, and building services codes.

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Responsibilities:

• BIM Strategy & Governance 
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the corporate-wide BIM strategy, standards, and protocols, ensuring full alignment with international best practices, particularly the ISO 19650 suite of standards. 
• Author, maintain, and govern the master BIM Execution Plan (BEP) template. Oversee its rigorous customization and application across a diverse portfolio of large-scale projects, including residential communities, commercial high-rises, and complex infrastructure works. 
• Establish and enforce the comprehensive governance structure for the Common Data Environment (CDE), ensuring absolute data integrity, security, and standardized information exchange protocols are followed by all internal teams, external consultants, and contractors. 
• Act as the ultimate technical authority on the application of data classification systems. Direct the correct implementation of standards such as Uniclass 2015 and CSI MasterFormat/UniFormat to ensure that project data is structured, consistent, and valuable from design through to asset management and operations. 
• Project Delivery & Coordination Oversight 
• Direct the overall process of multi-disciplinary model federation. Ensure that all discipline-specific models, including Architectural, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), and Infrastructure are seamlessly integrated into a cohesive and reliable project-wide digital asset. 
• Oversee the entire clash detection and resolution lifecycle. This extends beyond the simple issuance of clash reports to include chairing high-stakes interdisciplinary resolution meetings, driving accountability among stakeholders, and ensuring that proposed solutions are commercially viable, technically sound, and accurately implemented in the models. 
• Manage and audit the flow of information and model deliverables at all key project milestones. Enforce strict compliance with specified Levels of Development (LOD) and information requirements as defined in the BEP, ensuring the right information is available to the right people at the right time. 
• Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management 
• Lead, mentor, and build the capability of the internal team of BIM engineers and coordinators. Establish clear performance metrics, foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement, and ensure the team is equipped to support the organization's ambitious development pipeline. 
• Serve as the single point of contact and trusted advisor for all BIM-related matters to senior management, project directors, external design consultants, and main contractors. Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. 
• Champion the value proposition of BIM across the entire organization. Provide strategic guidance, targeted training, and clear communication to non-technical stakeholders to ensure enterprise-wide buy-in, effective collaboration, and maximum return on technology investment. 
• Technology & Process Innovation 
• Continuously scan the market for emerging AEC technologies, software platforms, and innovative workflows. Critically evaluate their potential impact on project delivery and develop compelling business cases for their adoption and integration into the corporate technology stack. 
• Direct the corporate strategy for the development, management, and quality control of all central BIM content and parametric Revit family libraries, ensuring they are robust, standardized, and efficient. 
• Champion the strategic integration of BIM with other project functions to maximize the value derived from the digital models. Drive initiatives related to 4D (construction sequencing and scheduling), 5D (cost estimation and management), and 6D (facility and asset management), transforming the BIM model into a lifecycle asset. 

Requirements

• A bachelor’s in architecture is required & Master's degree is an advantage 
• A mandatory minimum of fifteen (15) years of post-qualification experience in the architectural design and construction industry, with a significant portfolio of delivered projects. 
• A mandatory minimum of seven (5) years of dedicated experience in a BIM leadership or management role, with demonstrable experience overseeing the digital delivery of large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects (e.g., masterplans, high-rise towers, complex infrastructure). 
• Demonstrable experience authoring and implementing BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and corporate-level BIM standards on live, complex projects. 
• A proven track record of managing, mentoring, and developing a team of BIM specialists. 
• Expert-level understanding of international BIM standards and protocols, particularly the ISO 19650 suite.