National Project Engineer (Roads & Bridges), Multiple positions Jobs at UNOPS

Job description

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Background Information - UNOPS
UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.

Background Information - Myanmar
Myanmar is one of UNOPS leading offices in Asia, acting as fund manager for three of the largest development programmes in the country, namely the Three Millennium Development Goal Fund (3MDG), the Livelihood and Food Security Trust Fund (LIFT) and the Joint Peace Fund (JPF). In addition, UNOPS Myanmar is Principal Recipient for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in Myanmar and Cambodia, and for the Global Fund¹s Regional Artemisinin-resistance Initiative targeting drug resistant malaria in the Greater Mekong sub-region. UNOPS provides procurement, infrastructure and project management services to a wide range of organizations in the country, including the Government of Myanmar, international development partners, other UN agencies, NGOs and INGOs. UNOPS Myanmar plays a critical role in ensuring that the quality of services provided to its partners meets stringent requirements of speed, efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Background Information - Job-specific
In response to the floods and landslides that devastated the mountainous areas of Myanmar, particularly Chin State in June 2015, Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a grant agreement with the Government of Myanmar for “Emergency Support for Chin State Livelihoods Restoration Project” to assist with Myanmar's disaster relief and recovery efforts. The project is funded by Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction and to be implemented through Department of Rural Development (DRD). UNOPS is responsible for implementation of Output 1: Restored village access infrastructure (roads and bridges) with increased disaster resiliency and Output 2: Restored community infrastructure with increased disaster resiliency.

Functional Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Project Manager the Project Engineer (Roads & Bridges) shall be responsible for performing the following duties:

Conduct engineering surveys for the selected roads and other structures including bridges;
Provide inputs into the design process prepare the Bill of Quantities as per the final design drawings and calculate the final quantities.
Assess the work activities for which labour-based construction methods are appropriate and for those sections for which heavy machinery is appropriate; establish a cost estimate for the rehabilitation and construction works for roads & bridges;
Assist in the preparation of tender documents and evaluation of tenders and the preparation and finalisation of contracts for construction and rehabilitation works;
Supervise contractors on site, ensuring that the works meet the highest standards expected by UNOPS and in accordance with UNOPS technical standard guidelines;
Monitor construction and rehabilitation works, including environmental mitigation and health & safety plans in accordance with contractual agreements;
Review the contractor’s work programmes, resource, schedule and project implementation plans and ensure that the contractors/site supervisors comply with their work plans and complete the work within the specified time frame;
Ensure all works, undertaken by the contractor and/or his agent, are of good quality, as per specifications and with approved quality materials;
Assess and evaluate the contractor’s performance and resources;
Preparation of meeting agendas and minutes, project coordination meeting minutes and contractor meeting minutes in English and Myanmar for approval

Responsible for formal document issue and registers, including:

Drawings

Bill of Quantities

Specifications

Contractor Instructions

Engineering Standards

Maintenance of the following project documentation as required:

Payment register

Variation register

Site safety inspection register

Site diary

Instruction to contractor register

Drawing register

Visitor register

Sample approval register

Concrete test register

Progress photos

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

Final Products

Compliance with UNOPS policies, regulation and rules, ensuring the improved efficiency of the MMOH leading to success in the implementation of the project, leading to partner satisfaction.

Competencies
Key Competencies

Effective Communication - 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 actually, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Integrity and inclusion - 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.
Leading self & others - Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others.

Partnering - Demonstrates an 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.

Result Orientation - Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and others to accomplish a goal. Steps 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.

Agility - Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. 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.
Solution Focused 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

Education/Experience/Language Requirements
Education

Bachelor’s Degree in an infrastructure related field such as civil or transportation engineering, architecture, and construction management or similar is required.

Diploma with additional 2 years of relevant work experience to the above duties and responsibilities may be accepted in lieu of Bachelor Degree.

Work Experience

At least 2 years of relevant experience in the related engineering field is required.
Multi-tasking, flexibility and attention to details while maintaining a high service level is preferable.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Access, databases and internet. Ability to draft various types of documentation in English languages is required.

Language Skills

Fluency in oral and written English is required. A second UN language is an asset.

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.
For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
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.

Contract type, level and duration
Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement
Contract level: LICA 8
Contract duration: one year

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

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