Construction Engineer
Provide technical assistance for construction projects
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Overview
Provide technical assistance for construction projects
You have:
- Minimum age: 22 years old.
- Applicants must be nationals of or legal residents in the country of assignment.
- Bachelor degree or equivalent.
- University degree in Civil/Architecture Engineering.
- At least three years’ experience in building construction and project management.
- Experience in managing and supervising medium to large-scale construction works in the public sector.
- Excellent and proven experience in dealing with contractors and local partners.
- Working experience within the area of preparation, implementation and monitoring of technical/(re)construction projects.
- Knowledge of the UN rules, procedures and regulations would be an asset.
- Language: English (Mandatory), Level - Working Knowledge
Contract
This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.
Eligibility criteria
Minimum age: 22 years old. Applicants must be nationals of or legal residents in the country of assignment.
Description of task
The main responsibilities of the Construction Engineer will include but not limited to the following:
- Provide overall technical assistance to UNICEF construction projects, from their planning to their implementation and monitoring.
- Responsible to ensure that effective implementation, monitoring and supervision tools are developed and implemented.
- Responsible to ensure effective quality control systems are in place and contractor and engineering consultancy companies work in compliance with technical specifications and UNICEF quality standards
- Monitor and evaluate performance of service providers.
- Take responsibility for overall progress and use of resources.
- Coordinate with Operations and programmes required activities ensuring proper and timely actions from both, UNICEF’s and Government’s side
- Monitor and analyse contract performance against agreed benchmarks and through agreed reporting mechanism. Advise Project Manager on any potential issues and recommend remedial actions or solutions.
- Ensure a sound handing over of facilities to project beneficiaries.
Qualifications/Requirements
Required degree level:
Bachelor degree or equivalent
Education - Additional Comments:
- University degree in Civil/Architecture Engineering
Required experience:
36 Months
Experience remark:
- At least three years’ experience in building construction and project management,
- Experience in managing and supervising medium to large-scale construction works in the public sector
- Excellent and proven experience in dealing with contractors and local partners; Working experience within the area of preparation, implementation and monitoring of technical/(re)construction projects; methodological and calculation skills
Knowledge of the UN rules, procedures and regulations would be an asset.
Language skills:
- English(Mandatory), Level - Working Knowledge
Area of expertise:
Civil engineering and construction supervision
Area of expertise details:
- At least three years’ experience in building construction and project management,
- Experience in managing and supervising medium to large-scale construction works in the public sector
- Excellent and proven experience in dealing with contractors and local partners; Working experience within the area of preparation, implementation and monitoring of technical/(re)construction projects; methodological and calculation skills
Knowledge of the UN rules, procedures and regulations would be an asset.
Driving license:
No
Competencies values:
Accountability, Building Trust, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Creativity, Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Self-Management, Working in Teams
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a challenging construction project you managed? | The interviewer wants to assess your experience and problem-solving abilities in construction management. | Provide specific examples of the project, the challenges faced, and your actions to overcome them. |
| How do you ensure quality control in construction projects? | This question checks your familiarity with quality assurance standards and processes. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to coordinate with various stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience dealing with contractors. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you monitor and evaluate project progress? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Updated 1 year ago
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Source:
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