Projects Engineer at The Maa Trust

• To support The Maa Trust in achieving its vision, mission, and goal by developing and implementing effectivehumanresources and administration strategies and best practices that enhance employee engagement, foster a positiveorganizational culture, ensure legal compliance, manage talent, and drive organizational development andperformance.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Project Design and Planning
• Lead the design of WASH and other infrastructure projects, including spring rehabilitation, rainwater harvestingsystems, classrooms, toilet construction, and other school construction infrastructures.
• Develop technical drawings, specifications, and designs for spring rehabilitation, classrooms, toilets andotherschoolinfrastructures, and rainwater harvesting structures, including artificial roofs and large water tanks.
• Ensure all designs comply with the Kenya Building Code, sensitive to local geographical and social dynamics,environmental standards, and best practices in water conservation and management.
• Conduct site assessments to determine the most appropriate and sustainable solutions for each location. e) Coordinate application and securing of applicable permits and licenses.
• Bill of Quantities (BoQ) Preparation
• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for all construction projects, ensuring accuracy and adherencetoprojectbudgets. g) Work closely with procurement and finance teams to ensure timely contracting of contractors neededfor constructionprojects. Project Management
• Act as the project manager during the construction phase, overseeing all aspects of construction workfor springrehabilitation, classrooms, toilets, other school infrastructure, and rainwater harvesting projects.
• Coordinate and manage contractors, suppliers, and construction teams to ensure timely completionof projectswithinbudget and quality standards. j) Monitor progress on-site, resolve any issues or delays, and ensure compliance with safety and qualitystandards.k) Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on the progress of each project. Technical Expertise
• Provide expert knowledge and technical input into the design and construction of pit toilets, springrehabilitation,rainwater roofs and large water tanks, school infrastructure, ensuring structural integrity, durability, andcost-effectiveness.
• Advise on the best materials, construction methods, and maintenance practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues related to water storage systems during constructionor post-construction. Quality Assurance and Compliance
• Ensure that all construction work adheres to the highest standards of quality and complies with the KenyaBuildingCode, environmental regulations, and water management policies.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks throughout the construction process to ensure that all workiscompleted to specification.
• Coordinate collection and analyse data from tank meters and cashless kiosk dispensers. Stakeholder Coordination
• Collaborate with project water committees, local communities, government agencies, and other stakeholderstoensure that projects are aligned with community needs and County and sub-county water strategies andplans. s) Provide technical advice and support to local community members and staff to ensure ongoing maintenanceandsustainability of the water projects.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, or a related field.
• A structural engineer with experience in construction of water projects and project management is preferred.Registration with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) is an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in designing and managing construction projects especiallywater projects,
• Supporting conservation through sustainable community development in the Maasai Mara including rainwater harvesting and spring rehabilitation.
• Specific knowledge and experience in designing and constructing large water tanks, including material selection,structural design, and installation.
• Proven experience in project management, including planning, budgeting,andoverseeing construction work.
• Proficiency in creating detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs).