Civil Engineer

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

Eligibility criteria

Minimum age: 25 years old. Nationals of the country of assignment are not eligible, except the assignments in Headquarters duty stations.

Description of task

Under the direct supervision of the Field Engineering Officer / Chief of Unit person the duties of the Civil Engineer will include but are not limited to the following:

• Preparation of construction projects documents including structural details, sketches, bill of quantities, specifications, cost analysis and cost estimations.
• Managing the whole life cycle of the project from design stage up to finalization of the execution with different stakeholders and clients involved.
• Experience in preparing technical documents for procurement solicitations as per Engineering Section requirements.
• Prepare structural calculations and specifications for aboveground and undergrounds structures in reinforced concrete, steel, wood, masonry and stone;
• Analyzes project proposals to ensure technical feasibility and to ensure that project objectives are attainable within prescribed resources;
• Preparation of monitoring reports and reporting tools of the progress of the construction activities on sites.
• Coordinate the above-mentioned tasks with other works and other engineers included in the project such as electrical engineers, water sanitation, environmental engineers.
• Assist other units such as Operations, Infrastructure, etc. when required and liaise frequently with the Building Maintenance Unit Supervisor
• Conducts preliminary site investigations to obtain field data such as soil characteristics, plot dimensions, existing structuresdrainage and other data required for building site selection;
• Ensure that the works meet the engineering standards in accordance with international codes and regulations and internal SOPs of the sections
• Ensure that the works meet the environmental procedures within the mission;
• Prepare material specifications for the purpose of raising requisitions of materials; ensure that minimum stock levels are maintained at all times;
• Ensure that quality control procedures are in place during implementation of the works on site.
• When working with national staff or (non-)governmental counterparts, including Implementing Partners (IPs), the incumbent is strongly encouraged to set aside dedicated time for capacity development through coaching, mentoring and formal and on-the-job training;
• Perform other related duties as may be required.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required degree level:

Master degree or equivalent

Education - Additional Comments:

Master degree in related domain.

Required experience:

60 Months

Experience remark:

At least 5 years implementing similar projects related to environment and waste management.

An additional 2 years of relevant work experience in combination with a relevant first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) may substitute for the requirement for a Master’s degree.

Language skills:

• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
• French(Optional), Level - Working Knowledge

Area of expertise:

Civil engineering and construction supervision

Area of expertise details:

Advanced University Degree (Master's or equivalent) in Civil Engineer / Architecture or similar discipline related to construction.

An additional 2 years of relevant work experience in combination with a relevant first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) may substitute for the requirement for a Master’s degree.

• Experience in preparation of project documents such as bill of quantities, technical specifications, layouts, cost analysis.
• Experience in managing construction project with different stakeholders
• Experience in basic calculation of underground and above grounds structures.
• Very good computer skills especially for sketching layouts;
• Technological awareness: Experience with MS office software and MS Projects, ability to develop and operate common office management database, engineering and spread sheet applications, CAD software for basic layouts.
• Client orientation: Strong negotiating skills and ability to influence others to reach agreement;
• A valid vehicle driving license;
• Have affinity with or interest in humanitarian relief, post-conflict situations, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System;

• Experience in the East and Central Africa Region is desirable.

• Knowledge of French optional (non- mandatory)

• MS Project, AutoCAD, Office package (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).

• Fluency in English mandatory.

  Knowledge of French optional (non- mandatory)

Driving license:

Yes

Competencies values:

Client Orientation, Communication, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams

Application procedure:

* Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool?

Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply.

* Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool?

Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply.

Application deadline: 01-03-2021