Projects Engineer – Civil Job Careers – Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL)

Job
Title:        
 Projects Engineer – Civil
Organisation: Uganda
Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL)
Duty Station: 
Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Principal
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.”
Job Summary: The
Projects Engineer – Civil  will assist in
management and supervision of the execution of power transmission plans to meet
the future demand in line with company objectives.
Key Duties and 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.
  • 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, structural 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.
  • Give 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.
  • Review contractors’ method statements and procedures for quality
    assurance.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • The Projects Engineer – Civil will ensure compliance to safety,
    social, health and environment regulations and project specific
    requirements.
  • Identify, monitor and assess project risks and execute necessary
    mitigation measures.
  • Prepare of reports for different stakeholders. And carry out any
    other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 
  • The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in
    Civil/Structural Engineering.
  • Professional registration with relevant body.
  • At least six years of professional working experience.
  • Must have Project Management skills.
  • Must have in-depth knowledge of Industrial & SHE regulations.
  • Experience in managing multi -lateral financed projects.
  • Experience in PPDA and donor-funded procurement guidelines and
    reporting practises.
  • Computer literacy in Ms Projects or similar project scheduling and
    monitoring tool.
  • Must possess a valid National Driving Permit.
  • Must have Analytical skills, communication skills, Interpersonal
    skills, Supervisory skills, Report writing skills.
  • Must be able 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.
  • Must be willing 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:
The Manager,
Human Resource and
Administration
Uganda Electricity
Transmission Company Limited
P.O. Box 7625
Kampala. Uganda
Deadline: 28th September 2018
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