Department: Construction Operations
Reports To: Project Manager
About Homefix Ltd
- Homefix Ltd is a leading construction and project management company specializing in residential, commercial and mixed-use developments across Kenya. We are seeking an experienced, highly organized and results-driven Site Agent – Interior Finishes & Fit-Out Coordinator to oversee all interior finishing works and ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety and workmanship.
Position Summary
- The Site Agent – Interior Finishes & Fit-Out Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising and delivering all interior finishing activities from commencement to handover. The successful candidate must possess extensive hands-on experience managing multiple finishing trades while maintaining strict quality, cost and programme controls.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate all interior fit-out and finishing works from start to completion.
- Supervise subcontractors, artisans and labour teams.
- Ensure works are executed according to drawings, specifications and approved finishes schedules.
- Prepare and monitor detailed finishing programmes.
- Coordinate activities between civil, MEP and finishing contractors.
- Conduct daily site inspections and quality assurance checks.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications and building regulations.
- Manage snagging, de-snagging and final handover activities.
- Coordinate installation of doors, windows, wardrobes, kitchens and cabinetry.
- Supervise tiling, terrazzo, marble, granite and stone works.
- Coordinate gypsum ceilings, partitions and decorative finishes.
- Supervise painting, waterproofing and decorative coatings.
- Coordinate plumbing and electrical second-fix installations.
- Supervise sanitary ware and bathroom accessories installation.
- Coordinate lighting fixtures and interior electrical accessories.
- Ensure flooring works including tiles, vinyl, timber, SPC and epoxy are completed to specification.
- Coordinate glass works, aluminium works and balustrades.
- Ensure all interior finishes meet approved quality standards.
- Monitor material consumption and minimize wastage.
- Verify subcontractor measurements and completed works.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly progress reports.
- Coordinate inspections with consultants and client representatives.
- Ensure defects are rectified before project handover.
- Maintain proper site documentation and records.
- Enforce health, safety and environmental compliance.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Building Construction, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or a related field.
OR
Higher National Diploma or Diploma in Building Construction, Building Technology or Construction Management with extensive practical experience.
Professional Qualifications (Added Advantage)
- Membership with relevant professional bodies.
- Valid Construction Site Supervisor certification.
- Occupational Safety and Health certification.
- First Aid certification.
- Computer literacy certification.
Experience
- Minimum 7 years' experience in building construction.
- At least 5 years managing interior finishing works.
- Proven experience in high-rise residential developments.
- Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors simultaneously.
- Experience in luxury residential and commercial fit-outs.
- Experience in project handovers and defects management.
- Experience working with consultants, architects and engineers.
- Experience using construction management software
- Experience managing quality assurance processes.
- Demonstrated success delivering projects within programme and budget.
Technical Expertise
The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent knowledge in:
- Luxury interior finishes
- High-end residential fit-outs
- Commercial fit-outs
- Interior detailing
- Shop drawings interpretation
- Architectural drawings
- Interior specifications
- Building regulations
- Quality assurance
- Construction sequencing
- Material scheduling
- Finishing programmes
- Snagging management
- Waterproofing systems
- Ceiling systems
- Drywall systems
- Joinery and cabinetry
- Kitchen installation
- Wardrobes installation
- Flooring systems
- Wall finishes
- Decorative finishes
- Paint systems
- Stone installation
- Marble works
- Granite works
- Tiling works
- Aluminium works
- Glass works
- Door installation
- Ironmongery
- Sanitary fittings
- Lighting installations
- Fire stopping systems
- Building handover procedures
Software Skills
- ERPNext Construction
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- AutoCAD (basic interpretation)
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction reporting tools
Core Competencies
- Strong leadership skills
- Excellent planning and organization
- Outstanding communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple subcontractors
- Strong quality control skills
- Excellent problem-solving ability
- Time management
- Negotiation skills
- Cost awareness
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making ability
- Team leadership
- Client relationship management
- Conflict resolution
- Accountability
- Professional integrity
- Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be:
- Highly organized
- Self-driven
- Results-oriented
- Quality-conscious
- Detail-oriented
- Reliable
- Honest
- Proactive
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to meet tight project deadlines
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Quality of interior finishes
- Programme adherence
- Defects reduction
- Timely project handover
- Material wastage control
- Health and safety compliance
- Client satisfaction
- Consultant approval ratings
- Snag closure turnaround time
- Budget compliance
- Productivity of finishing teams
- Documentation accuracy
What We Offer
- Competitive remuneration package
- Performance-based incentives
- Opportunity to work on landmark construction projects
- Professional development opportunities
- Career growth within a dynamic construction company
- Only candidates who meet the above requirements and possess extensive practical experience in supervising high-quality interior finishing and fit-out works should apply.
