Project Manager/Quantity Surveyor (Deputy Manager)

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Central Bank of Kenya was established in 1966 through an Act of Parliament - the Central Bank of Kenya Act of 1966. The establishment of the Bank was a direct result of the desire among the three East African states to have independent monetary and financial policies. This led to the collapse of the East Africa Currency Board (EACB) in mid 1960s.
Following the promulgation of the new constitution on August 27th, 2010, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is now established under Article 231 of the Constitution, 2010. Under this Article the Central Bank has the responsibility of formulating monetary policy, promoting price stability, issuing currency and performing any other functions conferred on it by an Act of Parliament.
The Constitution guides that “the Central Bank shall not be under the direction or control of any person or authority in the exercise of its powers or performance of its functions”.

JOB SUMMARY

The role holder is responsible for implementing Quantity Survey functions works for Bank projects, facilities and properties.Qualifications1. Bachelor’s degree in building economics or quantity surveying from a Recognized University.2. Master’s degree in relevant area will be an advantage.3. Registered by a recognized Professional Body in Kenya; (Board of Registration of Architects & Quantity Surveyors).4. Certifications and training on Quantity surveying, Project Management or equivalent.Work ExperienceAt least seven (7) years’ post qualification experience undertaking Project Management

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Carry out budgetary estimates for capital project items including new buildings and renovations in Head Office, Branches and Centres.2. Participate in budgeting for upkeep of properties.3. Participate in the tendering process including tender opening processes for capital project items.4. Participation in tender evaluation committees to provide technical support.5. Drafting Terms of Reference (TOR’s) for consultants to be appointed for various professional services.6. Participate in valuation of work done and drafting Payment Certificates for work done as well as preparing the final accounts for projects for further management approval.7. Assist the Branches and Centres by coordinating technical support with regard to specifications for major repairs as well as supervision of works and valuation of work done for payment purposes.8. Prepare draft tender documentations (specification and Bills of Quantities) for minor alterations of buildings under capital projects to suit the intended needs of the Bank, such as Staff Clinic, Clearing House, Gym etc.9. Prepare technical proposals and recommendations for all capital project items for approval of the Management including making the presentations on the same.10. Prepare and evaluate technical specifications for tender capital projects items where projects are managed using in-house staff or through consultants.11. co-ordinate the receiving of technical services to facilitate issuing of Works Completion Certificates for payment for services provided.12. Participation in evaluation of Suppliers for prequalification.13. Liaise with Legal Division on preparation of contracts for technical/ capital projects and annual service contracts.14. Coordinate the handling of Gate Passes and clearance of outsiders working in the Bank for security reasons including coordinating weekend maintenance work.15. Preparing documentations for quotations for minor repairs.16. Preparing weekly and monthly progress reports on capital projects for presentation to the Management.17. Participate in contract negotiations and disputes resolution activities and provide technical back-up in any Arbitration regarding disputes on capital projects.18. Technical guidance on any other assignments, as necessary.19. Any other duty allocated by Supervisor.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Construction management, Reporting, Project management, Project preparation and planning

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree