About the Job

The Inspector Water Engineer is responsible for planning and supervising construction works for water supplies and sewerage schemes, compiling operation and maintenance data, and supervising water supply operators.

Responsibilities

Planning and supervising construction works for water supplies and sewerage schemes and ensure that the works are carried out in accordance with the provisions of the contracts.
Compiling operation and maintenance data.
Supervising water supply operators and artisans.
Day to day field implementation and Maintenance of water supply infrastructure.
Assist in Preparation and execution of annual work plans and activity specific schedules.
Assist in the survey and design of water supply infrastructure, including Hydraulic design of the water supply transmission and distribution pipe networks, dams and, irrigation2 schemes.
Water treatment plant, operations buildings and other ancillary facilities; Pump stations; Storage tanks; and Modern water supply office buildings).
Assist the Water Engineer in the preparation of construction tender documents (including drafting prequalification document, the conditions of contract, instructions to bidders, bills of quantities, drawings and specifications).
Assist in the tendering process of water infrastructure projects including but not limited to tender documents preparation, pre bid site visit, clarifications to bidders and bid evaluation.
Capacity building of Communities in water supply project management and sustainability.
Any other duties assigned to him by the Chief Officer, Water Engineer, County Director of Water Services.

Requirements

Be a Kenyan Citizen.
Possess a Degree in Water/Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution.
At least five (5) years of experience in the same.
Good listening and communication skills.
Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.