Project Management Office (PMO) Internship

Situated in Marsabit County, Kenya, The Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP) Project is a wind farm that supplies renewable energy to Kenya’s national grid. The project is committed to the sustainable application of all resources to the benefit of the environment.

PMO INTERN

Purpose of the Internship are: To provide the intern with valuable hands-on experience in the Field Engineering discipline, equipping them with practical knowledge and skills that align with industry standards and best practices.

The role is designed to embed the intern within the Project Management Office (PMO), allowing them to actively contribute to civil works supervision, project scheduling, health and safety supervision, risk assessments, and quality control.

Under close supervision, they will support key engineering initiatives, collaborate with contractors, and assist in ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, reinforcing LTWP’s commitment to developing future engineering professionals.

They will also support the planning, supervision, coordination, and execution of civil engineering and construction activities at project sites.

The internship provides practical exposure to construction management, site supervision, quality control, safety compliance, project documentation, and engineering design implementation while assisting the project management office in delivering projects within approved timelines, quality standards, and budgets.

Key Activities and Accountabilities

Site Supervision and Construction Support

• Assist in supervising day-to-day construction and field activities.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Support inspection of civil works including earthworks, concrete works, drainage, roads, buildings, pipelines, and structural works.
• Assist in measuring work quantities and verifying completed works on site.
• Participate in monitoring project progress and reporting site activities.

Quality Control and Compliance

• Support implementation of quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Assist in conducting site inspections and material checks.
• Participate in field tests such as slump tests, compaction tests, concrete cube sampling, and DCP tests where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, project specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Support in identifying, documenting, and tracking non-conformances, defects, and deviations from approved drawings or project plans.

Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)

• Observe and promote compliance with LTWP site safety procedures and HSE policies.
• Assist the Field Engineers in ensuring that civil projects comply with safety standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety inspections, and risk assessments.
• Monitor on-site activities, identify potential hazards, report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses to supervisors and recommend corrective actions

Documentation and Reporting

• File in Dropbox daily, weekly, and monthly reports submitted by contractors
• Maintain records of site activities, inspections, test results, and material usage.
• Assist in preparation of project documentation including method statements, work plans, and progress updates where applicable
• Support updating of drawings, as-built records, and site instructions.

Coordination and Communication

• Liaise with contractors, technicians, suppliers, and project stakeholders under supervision.
• Attend project meetings and assist in tracking action items.
• Support coordination of construction resources and logistics on site.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• Recently completed a bachelor’s degree, Higher Diploma or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Knowledge or coursework in structural design, project management, and construction safety standards.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Project, Revit, or ArchiCAD (Optional) is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Technical Acumen: Ability to understand engineering designs, project plans, and construction drawings.
• Project Management: Basic understanding of work scheduling, risk analysis, and site inspections.
• Communication & Reporting: Strong ability to document findings, write reports, and communicate effectively.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze technical challenges and propose feasible solutions.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Willingness to work with cross-functional teams, contractors, and management.
• Health & Safety Awareness: Knowledge of construction safety regulations and compliance protocols.

Attributes:

• High integrity and commitment to upholding LTWP standards.
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Adaptable and open to working in a dynamic environment.

NOTE: This internship is exclusively for candidates from Laisamis Constituency