Assistant Infrastructure Design Engineer

Support and assist in infrastructure design tasks.

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UNRWA - UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees

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Application deadline 3 years ago: Sunday 18 Sep 2022 at 23:59 UTC

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Overview

Support and assist in infrastructure design tasks.

You have:

  • A university degree from an accredited educational institution in Civil Engineering.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience in design of infrastructure components.
  • Experience with design using Bentley System especially WaterCAD software.
  • Good Command of spoken and written English.
  • Strong reporting skills.
  • Ability to use Outlook, Excel and Word application.
  • Possess a valid driving license.

Result of Service The consultant will be responsible for supporting Infrastructure Design Engineer, Design Unit, HQ Gaza to form design duties (calculation, modeling, drafting, quantities take-off and BOQ/specification development) at Design Unit - UNRWA HQ (Gaza) according to UNRWA’s policy and procedures.

Work Location HQ Gaza

Expected duration - The duration of the consultancy is 6-11 months with the expected start date of beginning of Dec 2022; - Remuneration for this consultancy is based on grade 12 with monthly fees start from $1,259.40 depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate - The incumbent will be based in Gaza.

Duties and Responsibilities - Assists in and carries out design of sewerage, drainage, and water systems. - Review plans, checks calculations and prepares progress and design reports. - Assists in site supervision. - Assists in and prepares cost estimates and tender documentation and reviews tenders. - Assists in and prepares projects proposals. - Assists in preparing standard design procedures. - Assists in preparing technical specifications. - Coordinates design and planning activities with municipalities and other relevant authorities. - Keeps up-to-data for preparation of cost analysis. - Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications/special skills Academic Qualifications: A university degree from an accredited educational institution in Civil Engineering. Experience: Essential Experience - Minimum of two years’ experience in design of infrastructure components and use of computers in design. Experience with design using Bentley System especially WaterCAD software. - New graduated engineers are encouraged to apply for the job but not earlier than 2016

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

  • Strong reporting skills.
  • Ability to use Outlook, Excel and Word application.
  • Good knowledge of the application of computer in project Design and management
  • Possess of a valid driving license. Language: Good Command of spoken and written English.

    Additional Information COMPETENCIES

  • Good communications skills;
  • Ability to work under pressure with multiple tasks;
  • Team spirit and ability to establish and maintain effective working Design and management;
  • Good Command of spoken and written English

    No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a project where you had to use design software like WaterCAD? The interviewer wants to assess your hands-on experience with specific software relevant to the position. Discuss a particular project, explain your role, and the impact your contributions made.
How do you manage deadlines when working on multiple projects? This evaluates your ability to handle pressure and prioritize effectively. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe an instance where you had to collaborate with a team to achieve a design goal. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps do you take to ensure the accuracy of your cost estimates? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of a design proposal you prepared? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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