Technical Design Officer (TDO)
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Company Details
Name:Tatu City Limited
Industry:
Real Estate
Website:
https://www.tatucity.com/
Description:
Tatu is a project of Rendeavour, Africa’s largest urban land developer with over 30,000 acres of visionary projects in the growth trajectories of large cities in Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, Zambia and Democratic Republic of Congo. Rendeavour’s vision goes beyond alleviating what is a self-evident problem…
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Job Details
Job Type:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
On-site
Qualification:
Diploma
Job Experience:
Mandatory
Job Location:
Kiambu, Kenya
Closing Date:
Undisclosed
Salary:
KES Unspecified / month
Other Pay:
Benefits
Job Category:
Construction / Facilities
Job Description
Role Overview
Provide the technical backbone of the business by translating client and architectural requirements into accurate shop drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), glass specifications, and project budgets. The TDO ensures that both fabrication and installation teams have precise guidance, while also equipping sales and finance with cost data and technical support.
Key Responsibilities
Drawings & Specifications
- Interpret architectural and structural drawings into aluminium shop drawings and fabrication details.
- Conduct site measurements and prepare “as-built” drawings where necessary.
- Produce detailed cutting lists, assembly drawings, and installation details.
- Define glass specifications, hardware requirements, and finishing details.
Bills of Materials (BOMs) & Procurement Support
- Prepare complete BOMs for each project, covering aluminium profiles, glass, hardware, accessories, and consumables.
- Identify material sources: internal stock vs. external suppliers.
- Support procurement by providing technical input on supplier quotes and alternatives.
Pricing & Offers Support
- Provide sales staff with BOMs, glass specifications, and labour/transport estimates to form accurate quotations and proposals.
- Ensure technical accuracy of offers before they are shared with clients.
- Liaise with sales staff to answer client technical queries during bidding/negotiation.
Project Budgeting & Cost Tracking
- Prepare the initial project budget, including materials, labour, transport, and contingencies.
- Submit budgets for approval and hand over to finance for tracking.
- Assist finance and operations in monitoring project costs vs. budget.
Coordination & Documentation
- Maintain a record of all drawings, BOMs, and revisions.
- Coordinate with fabrication, installation, storekeeping, sales, and finance teams to ensure technical alignment.
- Participate in technical meetings with clients, suppliers, and consultants.
Requirements
- Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD or equivalent).
- Strong knowledge of aluminium systems, hardware, and glass specifications.
- Cost estimation and budgeting skills.
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and precise.
- Strong cross-functional communication (sales, finance, operations).
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects under tight deadlines.
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