Quantity Surveyor BUC SCALE 12 at Bomet University College

JOB SPECIFICATION

• A Master’s degree in Building Economics from a recognized University
• Post-graduate qualification in the field of Quantity Surveying will be an added advantage;
• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or related field from a recognized University;
• Must have valid registration by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya;
• Must have Worked for a large firm of Quantity Surveyors or (preferably) government for a minimum of three years since he/she was registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya;
• Must have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and work results while working with last employer
• Demonstrable knowledge of computer applications, particularly in quantity surveying packages
• Be a member of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors of Kenya (IQSK);
• Experience in the field of Quantity
• Surveying in formulation, implementation and control in tendering and procurement procedures, financial and contract administration of building construction and maintenance.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Implementation of tender/contract procedures which entails preparation of Bills of Quantities and specifications, cost estimates, planning and analysis, valuation, site measurements and preparation of final accounts, site measurement, pre-contract documentation, post-contract documentation and records; audit of final accounts and preparation and checking of payment certificates.
• Control, train and supervise staff working under him/her.
• Co-ordination, checking and approval of Bills of Quantities and specifications, direction and control of Contract Administration of construction projects which entails, inter alia, evaluation of payments up to Final Accounts.Reporting on contractual claims from contractors, resolution of disputes and liaison with the office of the University Legal Officer on cases requiring Litigation, Arbitration or other means of resolving disputes.
• Control and Implementation of Tendering and Procurement Procedures for all construction projects which entails the supervision of preparation of tender documents for main and specialist works, tender evaluations and recommendations for approval.
• Preparation of cost analysis for  various types of buildings or other civil works.