Job Purpose: Supervise key construction infrastructure projectsspecially a Teacher Training Institute and school rehabilitations. Also responsible for working with the WASH/Construction Coordinator on Design, Drawing, BoQsand preparation of tenders of the various Construction &WASH projects.
Main duties & Responsibilities:
Technical Support and Facilitation
Community Engagement
· Work with communities to identify correct programme target groups as per the Construction/WASH programme priorities; paying particular attention to gender representations, representation of minority groups including disable and elderly persons. Having more consultations on the design process and the appropriateness.
Community Engagement
· Work with communities to identify correct programme target groups as per the Construction/WASH programme priorities; paying particular attention to gender representations, representation of minority groups including disable and elderly persons. Having more consultations on the design process and the appropriateness.
Coordination and Representation
· To liaise with local authorities and Government Departments to identify and comply with existing regulations.
Planning and Reporting
· Work with WASH/Construction Coordinator to prepare weekly and monthly activity plans, and progress reports on the construction projects. These work activity plans shall be coordinated/synchronized/harmonized with contractors/partners activity.
· Ensure all work done with communities is carried out in a manner that is respectful and sensitive to local culture, community needs and gender equality.
· Ensure maintenance of proper and up-to-date stock records at work sites.
· Provide prompt updates to line manager with regard to technical challenges encountered during project implementation.
· Document good practices and success stories for learning and sharing.
Others
· Actively participate in collective exercises that support development of new projects, including but not limited to evaluations and surveys.
· Actively participate in any emergency response if called upon to do so (within the existing programme area or in a new one).
· Undertake other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Country Director or the line manager.
Qualifications & Experience:
Essential
· At least 3 years of hands on experience inProject Management of construction activities, primarilyschools and buildings, elevated storage reservoirs, various water supply systems.
· Working experience in design of infrastructure particularly school buildings, roads, infrastructure and utilities, water supply;
· Ability to conduct detailed structural appraisal, development of tender documentation to include bills of quantities, technical specifications, draft contracts, drawings and plans.
· Working knowledge of Auto CAD or other construction software along with GIS mapping is a must.
· Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)
· Ability to work in and with a team and willing to learn.
Desirable
· Demonstrated understanding of Somalia context that govern construction activities; building code, mandatory certifications and other regulations.
· Past experience in construction of school and education institutes will be a considerable advantage.
Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:
· Good team player, flexible and capable of working in a culturally diverse environment
Disclaimer Clause
This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised by the line manager from time to time.
How to Apply
Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements should submit their applications (cover letter, updated CV and contacts of 3 professional referees) by email to som.vacancies@concern.netwith the subject title “Construction Engineer” by 1st July 2020
ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the written test and interview.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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