Job Title: Associate Project Engineer
Organisation: United Nations
Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: Procurement and
Project Support Officer
Project Support Officer
About UNOPS:
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)’ mission is to
expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peace
building, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in
need. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS
vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet
world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By assisting UN
organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other
development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to
results on the ground.
expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peace
building, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in
need. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS
vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet
world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By assisting UN
organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other
development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to
results on the ground.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities: The Associate
Project Engineer (National) will be responsible for the following but not
limited to:
Responsibilities: The Associate
Project Engineer (National) will be responsible for the following but not
limited to:
Support in Construction Management:
- Tasked with checking setting out of the
works by the contractor’s staff and report any inconsistency to the
Procurement and Project Support Officer - Day-to-day supervision of the works in
accordance with the drawings, technical specifications and instructions of
the Procurement and Project Support Officer ; - Monitor and inspect the construction
activities performed by the Contractor; - Responsible for collecting material
samples and witnessing quality control Study and verify extent of works
done; - Monitor and report site safety and
environmental impacts of construction; - Assist the discussions with contractor’s
staff and workers; - Assist in taking joint measurement of work
done with the contractor’s representative at periodic intervals; - Assist to keep site records relating to
materials, labor and plants and equipment at sites; - The incumbent will collect data and
photograph from the field as well as generate graphs and charts Coordinate
with IDB management and obtain approval to carry out the works - Coordinate with UNOPS team/ Contractor and
hub staff to manage the work - Certify bills taking actual measurement of
works - Support Procurement and Project Support
Officer to conduct Procurement in entire procurement cycle - Draft Solicitation documents
- Carry out market surveys
- Manage clarifications
- Coordinate with suppliers
- Facilitate evaluation process
- Manage logistics arrangement including
Handing over of goods - Certify payments
Support to Procurement and Project Support Officer in Stakeholder
Management:
Management:
- Support the Procurement and Project
Support Officer to maintain a working relationship with the project
neighbours; - Provide the visitors to the site with
project related information as instructed by the Project Engineer; - Immediately report the any comments and
observation by the visitors.
Delivery and Performance:
- With guidance from Procurement and Project
Support Officer , implement approved work packages (including the
establishment of milestones) within tolerances set by the Project Manager; - Ensure proper construction management,
monitor progress of construction activities, quality, materials, and
construction schedule; - Monitor the construction to compliance
with specifications, contracts, and other regulations; - Interpret and explain plans, contract
terms, work plans to contractor’s technical staff; - Inform any deviations from the plan;
- Maintain diaries and progress reports as
required by UNOPS standard procedures; - Review existing practice by contractors
and make recommendations as instructed by the Procurement and Project
Support Officer , where remedial action is required, that will increase
safety and quality of work (taking budget constraints into account) in all
new and reconstruction programs undertaken by UNOPS; - Perform any other duties deemed necessary
by the Procurement and Project Support Officer.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the United Nations
Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Associate Project Engineer job
placement should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or other
relevant field is required. Technical/Professional Diploma in Civil
Engineering or equivalent, with additional two years of relevant
experience may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelors Degree - At least two years of experience in
building construction and site supervision is required. A focus on
progress and quality controlling of building construction, monitoring,
reporting, development and coordination in either public or private sector
organizations is desired. - Previous exposure and experience in
contract management is an
advantage. - Languages: Excellent written
and oral command of English is required. Knowledge of Luganda language is
highly desirable.
Personal Competencies:
Behavioral Competencies:
- Treats all individuals with respect;
responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same.
Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of
trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. - Acts as a positive role model contributing
to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others.
For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model,
motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate
leadership styles. - Demonstrates understanding of the impact
of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first.
Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent
partner for others (if relevant to the role). - Efficiently establishes an appropriate
course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead
to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas.
Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands
that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our
beneficiaries. - Open to change and flexible in a fast
paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing
circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own
behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues
continuous improvements. - Evaluates data and courses of action to
reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach
with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. - Expresses ideas or facts in a clear,
concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the
feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares
knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of
opinion and finding common ground.
Functional Competencies:
- Supervising construction activities (2
years) - Experience in Construction (optional)
- Coordination (optional)
- Managing construction activity (optional)
- Communications and contract management
(optional) - Quality control (optional)
How to Apply:
If interested in joining the United Nations Office for Project Services
(UNOPS) in the aforementioned capacity, please click on link below to visit
website and create profile or express interest if you already have a profile on
the UN system.
(UNOPS) in the aforementioned capacity, please click on link below to visit
website and create profile or express interest if you already have a profile on
the UN system.
Deadline: 14th August
2017
2017
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