Job Description
MUNICIPAL PRINCIPAL SUPERINTENDING ARCHITECT JG CPSB 04 (4 POSTS). REF/MCPSB/448/2024
Job Description
Requirements of Appointment
i. Served in the grade of Senior Superintending Architect or a comparable and relevant position in the public service for at least (3) years;
ii. A bachelor’s degree in Architecture or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution
iii. A master's degree in the relevant field iv. Registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors
v. Has a certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution.
vi. Corporate membership with the Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK)
vii. Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control, and implementation of building programs
viii. Shown merit and ability as demonstrated in work performance and results
Duties and Responsibilities
i. Management and coordination of work in the preparation of scheme designs
ii. Production of drawings for projects in the annual Works Program
iii. Controlling of activities on site
iv. Supervision of projects during construction and maintenance
v. Monitoring of expenditure
vi. Liaising with client departments on matters relating to design briefs and expenditure
vii. Manage and coordinate field surveys and user reaction investigations
viii. Analysis of data from field surveys
ix. Establishment of space standards and better architectural detailing
x. Monitor and evaluate sketch/scheme designs done by consultants for necessary recommendations for approval
xi. Evaluation of consultants’ fees and make recommendations for payment xii. Assessment of training needs in the units xiii. Design and supervision of construction and maintenance of public buildings, civil and other public works
xiv. Responsible for research activities, administration, and supervision of all staff working under him/her