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Tatu City

Special Economic Zone for industrial development

DCC Architect

Urban PlanningConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeTatu City, KenyaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in architecture, Urban Design, or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • Registration as an Architect with BORAQS.
  • At least 7 years of experience in architectural practice, including experience in design review, planning control, or development regulations.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, ArchiCAD, SketchUp, and related review software.
  • A deep understanding of Kenyan building codes, zoning and planning regulations, and urban design principles.
  • Familiarity with interpreting masterplans, environmental impact assessments, and multi-use development proposals.
  • Experience in site planning, massing evaluation, and mixed-use development assessments.
  • Strong knowledge of design parameters including plot ratio (FAR) calculations, setbacks and building lines, GFA/GBA/building footprint differentiation, site coverage limits, natural ventilation requirements, and fire safety integration within architectural design.
  • Understanding of accessibility requirements, including wheelchair access, disabled washrooms, and universal design standards.
  • Ability to interpret and enforce parking standards across residential (low- and high-density), commercial, office, school, and industrial land uses.

Responsibilities

  • Regulate and guide physical development in Tatu City by reviewing architectural and development proposals.
  • Ensure compliance with zoning, planning regulations, building codes, and city guidelines.
  • Align development with the city’s vision for sustainable, inclusive, and high-quality urban environments.
  • Review building plans and applications for compliance with planning acts, building codes, setbacks, parking, fire protection, ventilation standards, and other parameters.
  • Participate in the formulation and revision of design guidelines.
  • Conduct site inspections during construction and before occupancy to confirm compliance.
  • Prepare technical reports on behalf of developers and property owners for statutory approvals.
  • Engage internal teams, developers, consultants, and regulators to process applications efficiently and uphold standards.
  • Support DCC design reviews and provide architectural input for DCC or city projects.
  • Manage escalations related to non-compliance or deviations through structured documentation and engagement.
  • Participate in technical workshops, DCC pre-submission meetings, and stakeholder forums.
  • Evaluate unconventional or modern proposals for contextual fit within planning controls.
  • Stay up to date with building codes, urban design practices, green architecture, and masterplans.
  • Lead and mentor junior team members and coordinate compliance efforts across departments.

About the Company

Tatu City

Special Economic Zone for industrial development

Tatu City develops Kenya’s first operational Special Economic Zone (SEZ) and a 5,000-acre mixed-use city created by Rendeavour. It provides infrastructure-ready plots and fully developed spaces across industrial, residential, office, and educational uses within an SEZ designed to ease permits and services for businesses, backed by international investors. It differentiates itself by offering a government-recognized SEZ plus a complete ecosystem—homes, offices, schools, and recreation—within one regulated, long-term project. Its goal is to accelerate Kenya’s economic growth by attracting investment and enabling companies to set up, hire people, and expand, aligned with Vision 2030.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Nakuru, Kenya
Founded
2008

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