Civil Engineer (Retainer)

Mid Engineering

Overview

Support and supervise civil engineering projects in the Middle East.

You have:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University in Civil Engineering is required.
• A Master's degree from an accredited University is an asset.
• Possession of Project Management Certificates is an asset.
• Membership of Syrian Syndicate of Engineers is mandatory.
• Two (2) years of experience in civil works supervision or implementation of infrastructure and buildings construction/rehabilitation projects in Syria and/or the Middle East region is required.
• Work Experience with an international organisation and/or UN Agencies is an asset.
• Experience in computer design software, particularly 'AutoCAD' (latest Version) is required.
• Demonstrated computer ability in using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.) is required.
• Demonstrated computer ability in using structural analysis and Civil Engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, MathCAD, PLS-CADD, StaadPro, ETABS, SAP2000, PROKON, etc. is an asset.
• Experience in computer scheduling software, particularly Primavera and/or MS Projects is an asset.
• Good experience in working with the G-Suite platform including Google Drive, Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides is desired.
• Intermediate Knowledge of the English language is required.
• Fluency in the Arabic language is required.

Contract

This is a LICA Specialist-8 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 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about LICA Specialist-8 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonisation

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

Background Information – Amman

The UNOPS Hub in Amman implements projects in Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Yemen, in partnership with bilateral donors, national governments, and other UN agencies. With an established presence across the region, the office runs operations including large-scale procurement, project development, and technical management, and provides financial, human resources, and infrastructure-related services. The functional objective of UNOPS Hub in Amman is to deliver its projects in an efficient and effective manner and in line with the principles, rules and regulations of UNOPS, in order to support the response to the current needs and national priorities in the region.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a fully diverse workforce.

Functional Responsibilities

The functions/duties/key results of the assignment

Purpose and Scope of the Assignment

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Programme and the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Civil Engineer is required to perform the following list of duties and responsibilities ensuring their effectiveness, transparency and integrity:

1. Coordination, Delivery, and Performance

• Support the project team in the coordination with the contractors and suppliers according to the needs and requirements on site;
• Support the project team with the quality supervision at site during the progress of works; including the review of material submittals, reviewing and advising on VOs, reviewing the shop drawings and As built drawings, etc.
• Perform other related duties as required from Project Manager pertaining to design works
• Support the project team in visiting sites, assessing the site conditions and writing a report briefing the current status of the facilities/sites.
• Support the project team in identifying the scope of work based on the assessment report .
• Support the project team in reviewing the design drawings, BOQ and specification from QA/QC perspective.

2. Governance, Monitoring and Reporting - Support the project team in checking contractors’ and suppliers set out and works, including compliance with contracts specifications and ensures that contractors and suppliers comply with their work plans to complete work with specified scope of work, time frame, and budget;

- In consultation with the Project Manager, attend when needed the project site(s) in order to monitor progress and quality of works, identify the existing problems and provide appropriate solutions through application of sound engineering standards; - Check all laboratory reports when requested and needed, operation and maintenance manuals, and keep records and report to the Project Manager accordingly; - Assess the work activities of contractor/s, when needed and requested, measure completed work and make recommendations to the Project Manager for progress payments to contractors.

3. Administrative Tasks - Maintain records, compile periodic reports and any specific reports required by UNOPS standard procedures;

- Responsible for the preparation and verification of a database for the available materials shipped to the project, schedules of labour force, and monitoring of quality of such during the progress of works; - Check, verify and approve the interim payments submitted by the Contractor/s and submit detailed reports to the Project Manager. - Assist in scheduling requested tasks - Perform any other tasks relevant to the Infrastructure and Engineering Unit when required. - Perform other related duties as requested by the Project Manager. - Embed sustainability dimensions including social and gender inclusion, as well as Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) aspects into the project during the design and renovation phases.

4. Monitoring and Progress Controls - Number of coordination meetings attended with the contractors

- Number of assessment reports drafted - Number of site monitoring visits undertaken - Number of drawings and other technical documents produced and/or reviewed.

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) 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.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education - A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University in Civil Engineering is required. - A Master’s degree from an accredited University is an asset, and may substitute some of the required years of experience.. - Possession of Project Management Certificates is an asset. - Membership of Syrian Syndicate of Engineers is mandatory.

Work Experience - Two (2) years of experience in civil works supervision or implementation of infrastructure and buildings construction/rehabilitation projects in Syria and/or the Middle East region is required. - Work Experience with an international organisation and/or UN Agencies is an asset.

Computer Skills - Experience in computer design software, particularly “AutoCAD” (latest Version) is required. - Demonstrated computer ability in using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.) is required. - Demonstrated computer ability in using structural analysis and Civil Engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, MathCAD, PLS-CADD, StaadPro, ETABS, SAP2000, PROKON, etc. is an asset. - Experience in computer scheduling software, particularly Primavera and/or MS Projects is an asset. - Good experience in working with the G-Suite platform including, Google Drive, Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides is desired.

Language - Intermediate Knowledge of the English language is required. - Fluency in the Arabic language is required

Contract type, level and duration

1. Contract type: ICA
2. Contract level: Local ICA Specialist, level 8
3. Contract duration: 12 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 Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• 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 ( they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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