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Manager Civil Engineering at Kenya Railways
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities
Participates in project conceptualization and preparation of identified infrastructure and landed asset projects.
Responsible for implementation of approved railway infrastructure and landed asset projects.
Manages outsourced contractors/ consultants.
Certifies payment certificates for outsourced contractors.
Participates in stakeholder engagement to create awareness and support of the corporation’s infrastructure projects.
Leads in preparation and implementation of the divisional annual budget, procurement and disposal plan.
Provides mentorship and professional growth strategies for divisional officers and ensuring compliance with CPD requirements.
Facilitates development of engineering development and maintenance policies and standards.
Responsible for planning and development of major rehabilitation and renovation works.
Responsible for planning, execution and maintenance of permanent way infrastructure, bridges, civil works and signaling and telecommunication
Responsible for tools, plant & equipment’s (Heavy earth moving equipment, ballast tamping machines etc.) for maintenance and capital works.
Responsible for production facilities (depots, sleeper press).
Oversees the determination of maximum allowable section speed and imposition and lifting of Temporary Speed Restrictions across the network and imposition of strategic line blocks.
Facilitates approval for movement of out of gauge load in accordance to the standard dimensions.
Participates in preparation and updating of asset register for the railway and marine infrastructure.
Reviews and provides guidance on way leave application on railway right of Way to ensure railway safety is safeguarded.
Undertakes regular track inspection throughout the network to ensure maintenance schedules and practices are adhered to.
Ensure track availability for train operations as per best industry practice
Oversees investigation of railway accident/incidents in respect to
Permanent Way Infrastructure for expeditious restoration of the line.
Champions safe working conditions for the department staff.
Engages with other Government agencies on interaction of railway infrastructure with other modes of transport e.g. Road Authorities, pipeline, water service providers.
Responsible for implementation of Quality Management System for the division by ensuring that business process meets the requirements of ISO9001:2015 standard Chairs the divisional meetings.
Responsible for divisional performance contracting targets and work plan in achieving departmental objectives.
Communicates management decisions affecting the Division.
Identifies and keeps register and manages divisional risks.
Requirements for the job
Master’s Degree in Engineering, Project/Communication Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Electrical/Telecommunication or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
A Minimum of ten (10) year’s relevant work experience, at least five
(5) Years’ experience in Senior Management position.
Registered by Engineers Board of Kenya as a professional Engineer
Membership of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) as a Corporate Member;
Valid Annual Practicing License from the Engineers Board of Kenya.
Undertaken a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Certificate in Project Management
Proficiency in computer applications;
Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
Skills and Competencies
Leadership skills
Oral and written communication skills
Report writing skills.
Information Technology proficiency.
Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Analytical skills
Proficiency in computer applications.