Associate Civil Engineer

Contract

This is a LICA-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as Local Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally only for nationals. It's an external contract. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education. More about LICA-6 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.

Background: AUMCO

The Austria Multi-Country Office (AUMCO) was set up in August 2019 as a part of the UNOPS Europe & Central Asia Region (ECR). Specifically, AUMCO aims to enable achievement of Agenda 2030 and the Paris Agreement through global programmes and tailored interventions in the Balkans, South Caucasus, and Central Asia, focused on:

• Infrastructure
• Procurement
• Project Management (full service, back on track)
• HR and Transactional Services
• Grants Management
• Technical and Advisory Services

Background Information - Job-specific

AUMCO is working to support various partners, including governments, UN organizations and donors, in the area of infrastructure management through a variety of services, such as conduct of needs assessments, feasibility studies, design development and review activities, and construction management and supervision of facilities like hospitals and medical centers, borders crossings, and office premises.

More specifically, AUMCO is currently engaging in a partnership to facilitate the design of a border crossing in Tajikistan.

Appointment of the incumbent is subject to the finalization of the respective donor agreement, and launch of the project.

Functional Responsibilities

The Associate Civil Engineer is expected to support the implementation of the project activities through the provision of technical expertise and the application of best practices in the project implementation. The Associate Civil Engineer, who is expected to assist the respective Project Manager(s) in all technical matters with the preparation of tender dossier for awarding the Design Consultant and management of the consultant to conduct Feasibility Studies and development of the Concept Design for the facilities for the Tajik Border Security Forces in Ayvaj.

Any situation that may require decision making which will involve changes in the designs and plan will be brought to the notice of the Project Manager with details of issues encountered at site and appropriate recommendations.

Specifically, the Associate Civil Engineer will be responsible for supervision of the design consultants and close coordination with the end user during the design development stage, and shall perform the following duties and responsibilities:

• Assist the Project Manager in finalizing the Project Action Plan’s section related to the design and the construction of the new facilities for the Tajik Border Security Forces, with particular focus to the technical requirements.
• Provide inputs to the Project Manager for the reporting to the Donor and the key stakeholders, on the trends and conditions in his/her area of responsibility.
• Provide expertise, opinion/advise the Project Manager on all engineering issues.
• Assist the Project Manager in updating the Project quality register, risk register and lessons learned log in the time frame stipulated by the Project’s strategic documents.
• Review the technical quality and completeness of the design documentation.
• Provide the support to selected consultancy to obtain the UNOPS Design Review Certificate.
• Assist the Project team in preparation of solicitation documentation for the construction works of the new facilities for the Tajik Border Security Forces.
• Assist the Project Manager in developing the work plan of the construction of the new boarding facility at the selected location, to ensure its completion within the time, scope, quality and budgetary requirements defined in the Project Agreement.
• Assist the Project Manager to develop the Health, Safety, Social and Environmental Plans according to UNOPS’ rules and regulations.
• Monitor closely and assess the performance of the Supervisory Team of several engineering expertise, as agreed with the Project Manager.
• Prepare quality templates and ensure the monitoring of the quality of the works as per UNOPS Quality Management System.
• Monitor closely and report on the design services’ progress against the schedule, including all issues encountered.
• Administer the Design Consultancy Contract.
• Report on unforeseen deviations affecting the Contract price and timelines, propose solutions and seek approvals for eventual deviations.
• Prepare the notes to the file in support of the changes.
• Ensure all changes are within permissible variations and issue the variation instruction to support them.
• Perform other duties as may be reasonably required and in line with the above scope of services.

Knowledge sharing and management - Contribute to the project evaluation process; highlight challenges associated with the project and feedback into a continuous improvement cycle. - Provide training and knowledge transfer to national/contractor personnel including advice on good construction and engineering practices, environmental management practices, and appropriate health and safety standards during construction. - Contribute to the dissemination and sharing of best practices and lessons learned for development planning and knowledge building. - Participate in the relevant Communities of Practice, actively interact with other Engineers and the Engineering community to share case studies, lessons learned and best practice on the Knowledge System - Provide feedback to Practice Leads on policy, supporting guidance with an aim towards continuous improvement of UNOPS policies.

Impact of results

The effective and successful achievement of results by the Associate Project Engineer directly impacts the successful delivery of the project on time, budget and quality above the expectations of all stakeholders. This consequently reinforces the visibility and image of UNOPS as an effective service provider in project services and management and strengthens its competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and project services.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

• High School Diploma, with 6 years of progressively responsible experience in the field of Engineering or Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of progressively relevant working experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building or other related Construction Management field is considered an advantage.

Work Experience

• A minimum of 6 years’ experience, related to the project requirements, in civil engineering/ building construction management is required.
• Relevant experience implementing works under complex quality, safety and environmental management plans is essential. 2 years’ experience of full time site management directing engineering technical trade staff is essential.
• Experience in the UN system organizations and/or a developing country is desirable.

Language

• Fluency in English is required, knowledge of the local language is required.

Certification

Driving license

• Driving license and ability to travel independently is required

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.

Contract type, level and duration

This is a local position, it is therefore open to Nationals of Tajikistan and to individuals who have a valid residence/work permit.

Contract type: ICA Contract level: Local ICA Support Contract duration: 6 months

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.