Job Title: Civil Engineer
Organisation: Uganda
Electricity Generation Company Ltd (UEGCL)
Electricity Generation Company Ltd (UEGCL)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: Senior Civil
Engineer
Engineer
About UEGCL:
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd (UEGCL), a limited liability
company incorporated in March 2001 with the Head Office located in Jinja, is
one of the UEB successor companies. UEGCL’s key role is to manage the efficient
production of electricity power through power plant development and concession
monitoring. UEGCL is the implementing agency for the development of 2 power
projects namely, the 600MW Karuma Hydro Power Project (HPP) and the 183MW
Isimba Hydro Power Project (HPP).
company incorporated in March 2001 with the Head Office located in Jinja, is
one of the UEB successor companies. UEGCL’s key role is to manage the efficient
production of electricity power through power plant development and concession
monitoring. UEGCL is the implementing agency for the development of 2 power
projects namely, the 600MW Karuma Hydro Power Project (HPP) and the 183MW
Isimba Hydro Power Project (HPP).
Karuma HPP is a Public Project being developed by the Government of the
Republic of Uganda through a bilateral agreement with The People’s Republic of
China. Sinohydro Corporation Limited was contracted as the Engineering,
Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor for the project.
Republic of Uganda through a bilateral agreement with The People’s Republic of
China. Sinohydro Corporation Limited was contracted as the Engineering,
Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor for the project.
Isimba HPP is a Public Project set to be developed by the Government of
the Republic of Uganda through a bilateral agreement with the People’s Republic
of China. China International Water and Electric Corporation is the EPC
contractor for the project.
the Republic of Uganda through a bilateral agreement with the People’s Republic
of China. China International Water and Electric Corporation is the EPC
contractor for the project.
Job Summary: The Civil
Engineer will be mainly responsible for monitoring the civil engineering
related works including roads, construction camps, RC construction, structural
steel, deep foundations, dams, underground caverns, tunnels and related
auxiliary components right from review and approval of designs, construction,
witnessing civil engineering related site and laboratory tests, and
participating in final tests and commissioning of the power plant. The role
requires an active relationship with the Contractor and Consultant to ensure
the sequencing and quality of work that meets the design requirements.
Engineer will be mainly responsible for monitoring the civil engineering
related works including roads, construction camps, RC construction, structural
steel, deep foundations, dams, underground caverns, tunnels and related
auxiliary components right from review and approval of designs, construction,
witnessing civil engineering related site and laboratory tests, and
participating in final tests and commissioning of the power plant. The role
requires an active relationship with the Contractor and Consultant to ensure
the sequencing and quality of work that meets the design requirements.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Engineer will conduct an In depth
study of contract and design documents for civil and structural components
in coordination with related disciplines to develop a clear understanding
of project scope, construction methodologies and early identification of
project risks. - Review, make recommendations and cause
approval of designs as submitted by the contractor through the Consultant. - Monitor construction activities and
participate in the inspection of construction equipment and materials as
specified in the contract documents, Contractor’s work plans and best
practice. - Monitor the contractor’s compliance with
their ITPs, witness civil engineering and material tests and review points
during construction. - Assist the Project Manager in preparation
of scheduled and ad hoc project reports. - Identify and advise on any unsafe or
incorrect practices and escalate issues where necessary. - Report in writing on delays, observed
quality deficiencies of the works, materials and/or quality issues
relating to construction operations. - Participate in review of contractor’s
methodologies, Quality Control programme and material certification. - Review and comment on all documents
prepared by the contractor including Method Statements, as built
information and Operation and Maintenance Manuals. - Perform any other duties as required.
Qualifications, Skills &
Experience:
Experience:
- The Civil Engineer should possess a Bachelor’s
degree in engineering (Civil, Structural or other related) from a
recognised university - A minimum of three years’ experience in
engineering and construction on hydro power plants or major infrastructure
projects with demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction
drawings and understanding of temporary and permanent support structures. - Good working knowledge of civil
engineering principles, standards and regulations relating to construction
and inspection; and related computer software. - Knowledge and experience of site-based EHS
processes, procedures, standards and regulations. - Possession of a valid driving licence and experience
will be an added advantage. - Excellent computer literacy skills
- Possess the ability to use engineering
geological software would be an advantage.
How to Apply:
All applicants should send their applications with copies of academic
testimonials / certificates and a detailed CV indicating two professional
referees and their full addresses to: Manager, Finance and Administration,
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd, 3rd floor, UEDCL Tower Plot 37
Nakasero Road P.O. Box 75831, Kampala, Uganda.
testimonials / certificates and a detailed CV indicating two professional
referees and their full addresses to: Manager, Finance and Administration,
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd, 3rd floor, UEDCL Tower Plot 37
Nakasero Road P.O. Box 75831, Kampala, Uganda.
OR
E-mail to: [email protected]
Deadline: 21st March,
2014
2014
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