- Identify and Design Renewable Energy projects;
- Supervision of construction lines and design works;
- Commissioning of completed projects and preparation of construction and customer connections as per set standards;
- Implement policies and programmes on power system design;
- Compile projects technical reports including Design, Survey, Cartography and Wayleave;
- Implement policies and programmes on power system design;
- Provide technical leadership and guidance on matters pertaining to design of distribution and transmission lines as necessary;
- Monitoring and evaluating implementation of Construction Performance Contracts;
- Working with Corporate Planning in reviewing annually preparation of the Rural Electrification projects plan;
- Coordinate and supervise construction of all REA grid projects;
- Ensure that records of all grid projects constructed in the country are properly kept both at the Regional office and head office;
- Responsible for the development of designs for all grid extension projects as per the acceptable standards;
- Verify and authorize technical reports and designs and estimates drawings;
- Recommending location of proposed distribution networks including primary and secondary feeding substations by preparing description of project works, materials schedules and cost estimates;
- Verify and with consultation with the General Manager and CEO authorize way leaves compensation payments;
- Ensure that all projects are constructed as per the acceptable construction industry standards;
- Development of Business proposal;
- Ensure Audit of Projects and programmes;
- Oversee project implementation through to commissioning;
- Update The Director on work progress, liaison with stake holders, department requirements and other relevant information geared towards enhancing smooth operation of the department;
- Maintain operational linkages with other department/sections of the Corporation;
- Manage human, financial and material resources assigned to the section;
- Budget preparation and budgetary control;
- Participate in development of the Department’s Work plan and budget;
- Participate in departmental committee meetings as appropriate;
- Develop comprehensive annual work plan for department.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical/electronic or any other related field from a recognized institution;
- Master’s degree in a related field;
- Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya;
- 9 years relevant working experience, with at least 5 years at management level;
- Compliance with values and Principles of Public service;
- Analytical skills;
- Attended a senior management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
- Decision making and problem solving skills;
- Strong Leadership, planning and supervisory skills;
- Excellent analytical and Communication skills;
- Networking and relationship building skills;
- Meets the provisions of chapter six of the Constitution.
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