Lab Technician

The Laboratory Technician will support engineering and architectural teams by conducting materials testing, quality control inspections, and site-based verification of construction materials for both road infrastructure and building projects. The role ensures that all materials used on site comply with approved specifications, standards, and project requirements.\n\n### Duties and Responsibilities\n- Conduct field and laboratory testing of materials including soil, aggregates, asphalt, concrete, steel, and building materials in accordance with approved standards and project specifications.\n- Perform soil tests such as moisture content, sieve analysis, Atterberg limits, compaction tests, and CBR testing for road works.\n- Carry out concrete cube casting, curing, slump tests, and compressive strength testing for building and infrastructure works.\n- Support quality control for architectural building works including concrete works, masonry, plaster, finishes, and structural elements.\n- Verify material compliance before use on site and report any non-conformities to supervising engineers.\n- Assist in sampling, labelling, and maintaining proper documentation of all test results.\n- Maintain daily laboratory logs, test registers, and quality reports.\n- Work closely with Civil Engineers and Architectural Engineers to ensure construction materials meet required standards.\n- Participate in site inspections and quality assurance checks.\n- Maintain and properly handle laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.\n- Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards at all times.\n\n### Requirements and Qualifications\n- Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Building Construction, or related field.\n- 2–4 years practical experience in construction materials testing, preferably in road or building projects.\n- Experience working on public infrastructure projects (e.g., KURA, KeNHA, County projects) is an added advantage.\n- Hands-on experience in site-based laboratory operations.\n\n### How to Apply\nQualified candidates should apply by visiting the application portal at .