Job Title: Projects Engineer – Civil
Organisation: Uganda
Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL)
Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Principal
Projects Engineer
Projects Engineer
About US:
Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) is responsible
for bulk purchase of electricity from the generating companies and selling the
electricity in bulk to the distribution companies throughout Uganda. UETCL is
also responsible for all exports and imports of electricity to Uganda. UETCL
envisions: “To become a leading strategic business partner in the transmission
and Single Buyer Business and to support sustainable energy development in
Uganda.”
for bulk purchase of electricity from the generating companies and selling the
electricity in bulk to the distribution companies throughout Uganda. UETCL is
also responsible for all exports and imports of electricity to Uganda. UETCL
envisions: “To become a leading strategic business partner in the transmission
and Single Buyer Business and to support sustainable energy development in
Uganda.”
Job Summary: The Projects
Engineer – Civil will assist in the management and supervision of the execution
of power transmission plans to meet the future demand in line with company
objectives.
Engineer – Civil will assist in the management and supervision of the execution
of power transmission plans to meet the future demand in line with company
objectives.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Engineering Design, Procurement &
Works Supervision: - Oversee all project activities from detailed design to
successful commissioning of power transmission substations and lines in
fulfilment of Company objectives and strategies. - Participate with Planning and Investments department to;
- Prepare conceptual designs,
bills of quantities, cost-benefit analysis and tender documentation for
the design, manufacture, testing, supply, construction, installation and
commissioning of transmission substations and lines in accordance to
engineering standards and procurement guidelines. - The incumbent will also
identify optimal substation sites and line routes and provide technical
support in the acquisition of right-of-way. - Prepare/Review design
calculations, specifications, drawings of line routes & profiles;
support structures, tower foundations & access roads; substation
earthworks, roads, fencing, equipment foundations & Control buildings
and all related civil/structural works. - Witness and review
geotechnical investigations at tower spots and Substation equipment
locations. - Provide timely technical
support during the bidding process in the coordination of bid
clarification, pre-bid site visits, bid evaluation, and pre-award
meetings, and preparation of draft contracts.
- Prepare
project implementation and procurement plans and track the implementation. - Coordinate
the project kick-off and site handover. - Review
detailed engineering designs, drawings and technical specifications
of transmission lines and substations prepared by contractors and their
supplies. - Ensure
conformity of designs, drawings, manufacturing processes and installations
to specified engineering standards and best engineering practices. - The
jobholder will also review contractors’ method statements and
procedures for quality assurance. - Work
in liaison with user departments, witness, review and sign-off Factory/Laboratory/Site
Acceptance tests of equipment, material, concrete and structures. - Supervise,
monitor and report on the progress and quality of equipment, material and
works and recommend corrective actions wherever necessary. - Verify
Consultants’ and Contractors’ interim and final invoices against agreed
project milestones and deliverables. - Review
and advise on change proposals and ensure validity of contract amendments. - Review
commissioning protocol and coordinate the inspection and commissioning
tests of completed installations and works and subsequent UETCL’s takeover
of operationally accepted facilities with verified as-built
documentation and operation & maintenance manuals. - Keenly
monitor the operational performance of installed facilities during Defects
Liability Period and ensure that identified snags are rectified by the
contractor. - Monitor
and ensure effective coordination between UETCL, Consultants, Contractors,
Financiers and all other project stakeholders to attain execution of the
contract scope within approved budget and timelines. - Ensure
compliance to safety, social, health and environment regulations
and project-specific requirements. Monitor and assess project risks and
execute necessary mitigation measures. - Identify,
Monitor and assess project risks and execute necessary mitigation
measures. - Prepare
reports for different stakeholders. - Perform any other duties as may be
assigned from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal applicant for the Projects
Engineer – Civil job placement should hold a University Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering. - Professional
registration with relevant body. - At
least six (6) years of professional working experience. - Possess
good project management skills. - Comprehensive
knowledge of Industrial & SHE regulations. - Previous
experience in managing multi-lateral financed projects. - Experience
in PPDA and donor-funded procurement guidelines and reporting
practises. - Computer
literacy skills i.e. proficiency in Ms Projects or similar project
scheduling and monitoring tool. - Possess
a valid National Driving Permit. - Good
analytical skills - Excellent
interpersonal skills - Good
supervisory skills - Good report writing skills.
- Ability to withstand stressful work situations and have willingness to
work long hours outside the normal hours. - A
person of high integrity, must be highly motivated, innovative and
a committed team player. - Willingness
to travel extensively and be away from duty station for extended periods.
How to Apply:
All candidates are strongly encouraged to send their applications
enclosing photocopies of academic qualification certificates and testimonials
along with their curriculum vitae indicating contact postal address, daytime
contact telephone, fax or e-mail and giving three (3) referees to:
enclosing photocopies of academic qualification certificates and testimonials
along with their curriculum vitae indicating contact postal address, daytime
contact telephone, fax or e-mail and giving three (3) referees to:
The Manager,
Human Resource and Administration
Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited
P.O. Box 7625
Kampala. Uganda
Deadline: 21st July 2017
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