Project Management Intern – Kenya at Easy Housing
Project Management Intern – Kenya
Description.
Easy Housing is looking for a Project Management Intern in
Nairobi! At Easy Housing, we provide sustainable, social and scalable housing
in Kenya and Uganda. Our circular, biobased homes are affordable, store CO2,
and create local jobs.
We have recently opened an office in Kenya. To further
develop the market potential in Kenya, we are expanding our team with a Project
Management Intern with experience in (timber) construction.
Job Activities.
As Project Management Intern in Kenya, you will be
responsible for the following activities in collaboration with our experienced
project managers:
- Handle
the procurement of materials for the factory and site works
- Oversee
and direct construction projects from prefabrication till placement
- Oversee
on site and off site constructions to monitor compliance with building and
safety regulations
- Coordinate
and direct carpentry team and subcontractors
- Maintaining
tools, materials and equipment and track inventory
- Review
the work progress on daily basis
- Prepare
internal and external reports pertaining to project status
- Plan
ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones
- Ensure
quality construction standards and the use of proper construction
techniques
- Work
closely together with other project managers and carpenters
Requirements.
- BS
degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related
field
- Practical
experience in (timber) construction and project management is a big plus
- Knowledge
of construction management processes, means and methods
- Knowledge
of relevant rules, regulations and quality standards in construction
- Excellent
time and project management skills
- Affinity
with sustainable and affordable housing
- Fluency
in English and Swahili
- Based
in Nairobi, but open to working on projects in different regions in Kenya
We offer.
- The
chance to work in a diverse team with people from all over the world
- An
amazing opportunity to gain valuable experience and develop your skills in
construction and project management
- Learn
about affordable sustainable housing, climate change and international
development
- Autonomy
in managing and executing your responsibilities
- A
competitive internship allowance, negotiable based on market
standards
- Employment
perspective if internship and business development go well
- Lunch
and travel allowances
- Opportunities
to build up professional experience and network
Practical details.
- Location:
office and factory in Nairobi, project locations in Kenya
- Contract:
four month internship with possibility of extension
- Start:
as soon as possible
- Team
size: 10-20 people (production team), 3-4 people in Kenya office
Do you see yourself in this position? Then share
your CV (max. 2 pages) and motivation letter (max. 1 page) before September 15,
2025 to jobs@easyhousing.org!