Konza Technopolis Development Authority Quantity Surveyor Job

Ref No: KoTDA/HR82/2024

Job Specification

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare or review the cost, tender, and contract management of buildings and associated structures/works at Konza Technopolis;
• Provide cost, tender, and contract management advice on maintenance of buildings and associated structures/works;
• Prepare or review applicable cost, tender and contract standards and guidelines; and
• Ensure implementation of set cost, tender and contract standards and guidelines
• Coordinate the preparation of statement detailing scope of works for buildings and associated structures/works;
• Evaluate and agree on a cost plan for buildings and associated structures/works are prepared based on analysis of similar projects/ market;
• Liaise with the designers to come up with an economical design;
• Ensure cost estimates based on detailed measurements of detailed designs with input from designers are prepared and approved before tendering process;
• Analyze and report on risks associated with appointment of contractors, schedule management and procurement of materials;
• Evaluate and deal with contractual claims;
• Coordinate the preparation/review of final accounts and final payments to contractors and consultants; and
• Review and accept close-out report highlighting recording the cost management activities and changes in costs, etc. that have occurred in the course of the project.

Person Specification

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying or Building Economics or equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Registered Quantity Surveyor (Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors); and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

How To Apply

Candidates interested in the above positions can access the role profiles, qualifications and experience requirements detailed on our website at https://konza.go.ke/career-opportunities/

Successful candidates shall be required to comply with requirements of Chapter six of the constitution and will be required to submit among other documents:

• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
• Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board;
• Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority;
• Dully filled and stamped Self-Declaration/Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
• A Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

Interested and qualified persons are required to apply to Human Capital Business Solutions via email to info@hcbskenya.com by stating the position applied on the email subject and attaching their curriculum vitae, application letter, academic and professional certificates. All applications should be received before/on March 4th, 2024.

KoTDA is an equal opportunity employer.

The Authority is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. Therefore, women, youth, the marginalized and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Remuneration

The Authority offers a competitive remuneration package as per approved KoTDA Salary Scale