About Beacon Industries
Beacon Industries is a food and beverage manufacturing company that produces packaged fruit juices, bottled water, and dairy products for the Kenyan market and for export to six East African countries. The factory, located in Thika, employs over 1,100 workers and operates three production lines running twenty hours a day, six days a week. Beacon was founded in 2007 and has built a distribution network that reaches supermarkets, kiosks, and wholesalers across all forty-seven counties. The company holds FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, and HACCP certifications for food safety management.
What you will do:
In this role you will be responsible for measuring and valuing construction work, preparing bills of quantities, and certifying payments to contractors. You will conduct regular site measurements to verify the quantities of work completed, compare them against the contract bills, and prepare interim payment certificates for the client's approval. The role also involves preparing variation orders, evaluating contractors' claims, and ensuring that the project remains within the approved budget. You will work closely with the project manager, engineers, and architects to resolve any discrepancies between the design intent and actual construction. Knowledge of local construction standards, the Joint Building Council conditions of contract, and current market rates for construction materials and labour is essential.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
Applications should include an updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, and contact details of three professional referees. Beacon Industries offers a competitive remuneration package, medical cover, and opportunities for professional development. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
