Senior Estates Officer - Grade XIII at Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology (MMUST)

 Job Purpose

• The role is responsible for ensuring that engineering and building services are maintained, operated effectively and efficiently through periodic supervision of grounds, buildings and engineering inst installation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in developing and implementing the and University's estate plan capital investment program, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives and long-term facility needs;
• Develop and implement facilities management policies, procedures and standards that ensure efficient operation of all physical assets including buildings, grounds, equipment infrastructure systems; and
• Manage the annual budget process including forecasting capital projects, depreciation schedules, operating expenses and ensuring optimal allocation of resources while maintaining accountability; fiscal
• Lead the planning, coordination and execution of construction projects, renovations, maintenance programs and facility improvements from conceptual design through commissioning; Sunervise mentor and develon the estates te Supervise, mentor and develop the estates team including allocating work assignments, conducting performance evaluations and overseeing recruitment and training of maintenance staff and technical personnel;
• Manage relationships with external contractors, vendors and service providers through effective contract negotiation, procurement processes, performance monitoring and compliance verification verification;
•  Ensure workplace safety and regulatory compliance by implementing health and safety protocols conducting regular facility inspections, maintaining building codes adherence and coordinating| emergency response procedures;
• Oversee preventive and reactive maintenance programs for all building systems including electrical, plumbing, mechanical installations and specialized equipment to ensure optimal etrical plumbing. mechanical functionality and minimize downtime;
• Champion sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives by monitoring University energy usage, implementing environmental standards and ensuring compliance with green building practices and environmental regulations;
• Prepare comprehensive reports, status updates and performance metrics for senior management on
• facility operations, project progress, maintenance activities and strategic recommendations for facility optimization; and
• Any other duty as assigned from time to time.

Job Specification

Minimum Requirements:-

• Master's Degree in Architecture, Construction or Land Economics, Estates Management or Building Management or Civil Engineering or Water Engineering from recognized University.
• Nine (9) years working experience, three (3) of which as Estates Officer Grade 12 or its equivalent.
• Must be rregistered with relevant professional body and in good standing.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications.