UNOPS Chief Design Engineer

Job ID/Title :UNOPS Chief Design Engineer
Category :Administration/Operations
Brand :UNOPS
Application Deadline :09-Sep-11
Duty Station :Jericho with regular travel to Jerusalem and other areas of West Bank
Duration of Initial Contract :11 October 2011 to 11 October 2012


Background:
The United Nations Office for Project Services Jerusalem Operations Center (UNOPS JMOC) was established in East Jerusalem in late 2006. Its aim is to provide the United Nations sister agencies and the humanitarian and development sectors within the occupied Palestinian territories with professional project implementation services.
 (UNOPS) is the largest service provider in the United Nations system, working on behalf of more than 30 UN departments and organizations. UNOPS Jerusalem Operation Center (JMOC) services the needs of the occupied Palestine territory (opt), working in harmony with the Israeli and Palestinian Governments, International Donors, UN Agencies, and others. As the implementing arm of the UN I JMOC manages development projects and provides specialized project-management services.
 As part of Middle East/Emergency Response Division (EMO).The JMOC supports UNOPS service provision and Implementation in Palestine. The JMOC directly supports the Palestine Program. It provides a range of project management and related services to its clients and partners. The current projects combine logistics, procurement, contract management, personnel recruitment and administration/financial management, institutional reforms and governance strengthening, training, security technology, borders and crossings, and Infrastructure.
The Chief Design Engineer will report directly to the UNOPS Infrastructure Project Manager. She/he will liaise regularly with senior officials in the Palestinian Authority as well as the donors and other partners and will be instrumental in the delivery of a quality product to time and within bud

Description of Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Chief Design Engineer will lead the analysis of the SOR, the design works, quality assurance, and concept & proposal development. The tasks she/he will be required to undertake include, but are not
limited to the following tasks:
 
-Gather and analyze, in cooperation with the stakeholders, projects’ requirements to develop State of Requirements (SoR).
-Undertake measurements of project’s site and prepare As-Built documents.
-Prepare and present Concept and Architectural Designs as required.
-Provide substantial inputs in the process of Projects proposals writing.
-Represent UNOPS at meetings with senior officials of the Palestinian Authority and other partners as well.
-Manage and coordinate designs with the design team (Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Drafting and quantity surveying).
-Set up process standards for designs and documentation, to ensure quality of the final product.
-Identify budget items, and assist in building budgets for projects, in consultation with the Project Manager, Finance Officer and relevant stakeholders.
-Control the construction budget by keeping the designs and specifications in compliance with the budget, ensuring the outsourced designer product is within the budget.
-Monitors all aspects of project progress and implementation.
-Provide substantial inputs for the preparation of required project and donor reports.
-Maintenance of Construction Phase project documentation as dictated by project requirements.;
-Ensure that the designs are in compliance with the local buildings rules and regulation, as well as the national standards for buildings.
-Develop Building standards for unique projects, and request endorsement from the relevant stakeholders.
-Verify technical specifications of civil works, finishing techniques and materials, services and associated quality material.
-Prepare project implementation programs and/or review and advice on programs submitted by others.
-Liaise with and provide technical support to the engineering procurement team.
-Participate in bids evaluation and analysis process.
-Manage all required document transmittals (bill of quantities, drawings, contracts, etc) to be handed over to construction team.
-Prepare, update and monitor the forecast amount of all project disciplines.
-Assist construction management team with problem solving.
-Prepare quality assurance plans for the construction teams, and providing quality assurance oversight.
-Overseeing technical aspects of contracts and provide guidance to contractors where req


Competencies :
-Professionalism; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter, Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results
-Integrity; Demonstrates the values of the United Nations in daily activities and behaviors
-Enthusiasm
-Commitment towards organization and work.
-Planning and Organizing; Develops clear goals that are consistent, Identifies priority activities and assignments, adjusts priorities as required with agreed strategies, Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work, Uses time efficiently.
-Communication; Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
-Judgment and Decision Making Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information.
-High organizational skills
-Able to work efficiently with minimal direction.
-A strong work ethic, prepared to work additional hours to ensure timely delivery.
-Able to work as an effective and integral part of a team

Qualifications :
Education

Masters Degree in Architecture, design or a related field from a reputable University. Additional years of relevant work experience, preferably in combination with a relevant bachelor’s degree, may substitute for the requirement for a master’s degree field.

Experience
-At least 5 years of experience, including 3 years of relevant specialized experience at an appropriate level of responsibility in the design and construction for medium to large scale building construction projects in the oPt.
-Proven experience in working on security sector infrastructure projects (design, implementation and management)is preferred.
-Knowledge of UN agencies mandate is an asset.
-Good knowledge of the local Building Rules and Regulations.
-General knowledge of the design standards required for a wide range of buildings, Facilities and equipment used by local authorities.
-Ability to work throughout the West Bank essential.
-Ability to travel between the West Bank and Jerusalem considered advantageous.
-Excellent ability of working on Architectural design software such as “AutoCAD, 3DsMAX, Revit, ArchiCAD, ChiefArchitect”
-Good talent in Architectural Presentation and Graphics Design, and knowledge of Adobe software “Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Professional, InDesign” Computer skills in Ms Office applications and Internet.
-Proven organizational and managerial skills, ability to communicate / negotiate.
-Membership of the Palestinian / Jordanian Engineers Association is preferential.

-Current drivers license essential. (Licensed to drive in Israel considered advantageous but not essential)

Important message to all applicants!
-Please be aware that the UNDP/PAPP will review your application only if you have uploaded Personal History Form (P.11) to your application. Please download the form from the following link: http://jobs.undp.ps.
-You will get the opportunity to upload the P-11 at when you apply for the position.
-Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be given consideration. Please note that only applications that are under consideration will be contacted.
UNDP/PAPP is an equal opportunity employer-
Applications from men and women will be considered equally