Structural Engineer

Job Purpose

The Structural Engineer will lead the technical formulation and delivery of building and infrastructure projects, taking responsibility for structural integrity from feasibility and design through procurement, construction and handover. The role will combine engineering leadership with quantity surveying and commercial management to deliver safe, buildable and cost-efficient projects.

Reporting to the Operations, Engineering & Projects Manager within the Engineering Department, the role will serve as a member of senior management, contributing to business strategy, team development and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Structural Engineering and Technical Leadership
• Lead structural design and analysis for building and infrastructure projects.
• Review and approve structural calculations, drawings and specifications against relevant codes, ensuring designs are safe, buildable and cost-efficient.
• Serve as part of the final technical authority on structural matters and sign off designs within professional registration and company approval limits.
• Lead value engineering reviews and link design decisions to project budgets to deliver value for money.
• Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management
• Prepare and review cost plans, estimates, Bills of Quantities and elemental cost analyses.
• Prepare tender documents, evaluate bids and recommend contractors.
• Manage construction cost control, including valuations, interim payment certificates, variations and cash flow forecasts.
• Administer contracts and manage claims, disputes and final accounts.
• Project Delivery
• Manage projects through inception, feasibility, design, approvals, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Set and monitor project programmes, budgets, quality standards and risk registers.
• Coordinate project consultants at every stage and manage consultants and contractors against agreed deliverables, documenting and escalating non-performance.
• Ensure projects comply with building regulations, planning approvals, health and safety requirements and other applicable statutory requirements.
• Complete feasibility and risk evaluations before project approval and conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned.
• Senior Management and Leadership
• Contribute to company strategy, business development and decisions on whether to pursue bids.
• Manage key client relationships and represent the company in stakeholder engagements.
• Develop and improve technical and commercial processes, quality systems and reporting.
• Manage the performance and development of direct reports and take responsibility for the quality of consultants’ and contractors’ work reviewed under the role.
• Governance and Accountability
• Report monthly to the Operations, Engineering & Projects Manager on project programmes, costs, margins, variations, risks, quality, health and safety, and compliance; attend weekly project reviews and monthly performance reviews.
• Immediately escalate safety incidents, structural concerns, cost overruns beyond tolerance, programme delays, claims and disputes. Obtain prior written approval for commitments beyond delegated authority.
• Maintain auditable records of design sign-offs, approvals, tender evaluations, variations and payment certificates for management, internal audit and regulatory review.
• Follow company policies, procurement and contract procedures, the Engineers Board of Kenya code of conduct and applicable health, safety and statutory requirements. Declare conflicts of interest and ensure fair and transparent tender evaluations.
• Academic and Professional Qualifications and Experience Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) or an equivalent body, and corporate membership of a recognised professional body such as the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK).
• At least 10 years of experience in structural engineering, including at least 5 years in a management role with responsibility for people, budgets and business outcomes.
• Proven delivery of several projects from inception to handover, ideally including high-value or complex projects.
• Hands-on quantity surveying experience covering estimating, Bills of Quantities, contract administration and final accounts, together with experience using major forms of contract.
• Sector experience in areas such as commercial, residential high-rise, industrial or infrastructure projects.
• Key Skills and Competencies
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software, quantity surveying and estimating tools, advanced Excel and project planning tools.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to balance engineering quality with project profitability.
• Sound judgement, risk assessment and clear decision-making under pressure.
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• The ability to translate technical details into clear business recommendations.
• Integrity, professional ethics and a commitment to safety