Site Engineer

Job ID/Title :Site Engineer
Brand :UNDP
Application Deadline :03-Jun-15
Duty Station :Jericho
Languages Required :Arabic, English,
Duration of Initial Contract :6 months
Expected Duration of Assignment :12 months

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Background:
This project aims to reduce threats to public health and to safeguard the environment through improving solid waste management in Jericho by expanding the existing landfill site and establish a metarial recovery facility.
The site Engineer provides the day to day supervision to the implementation of the works and ensures that the activities produces the results specified in the project  work-plan, to the required technical standard of quality and within the specified constraints of time and cost. S/he cooperates with programme manager to ensure proper progress and success of project completion.

UNDP/PAPP- Environment and Natural Resources unit is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Site Engineer, under the direct supervision of the Programme Manager/ Environment and Natural Resources Unit in Ramallah.  As this position is related to environment and solid waste management project with an expected duration of 9 months, the Service Contract extension will be conditioned to satisfactory performance evaluation as well as availability of funding under the project

Description of Responsibilities:

He/she will conduct daily supervision tasks of the activities incorporated in the delegated project and will be accountable for the following duties and responsibilities:
The Site Engineer will be required to undertake the following specific tasks:
-Review technical specification, bid documents, and prepare ITB jointly with partners.
-Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits during bidding process and ensure that all biding documents are compiled with UNDP standard and regulation
-Supervise all project works and ensure that all are done as per technical specification  and engineering drawings
-Conduct on-site observations of the work in progress and direct the Contractor on necessary measures which would avoid possible risks affecting the safety of people and properties in the vicinity.
-Review and verify the bid tender documents of the project (design, bill of quantities, drawings, and technical specifications) to ensure their accuracy and applicability.
-Check the Contractor’s works and notify the Contractor of any defects found with regards to the quality of the workmanship or materials and equipment incorporated in the project, including those found in performing the required sampling and testing.
-Review shop drawings and as-built drawings submitted by the contractor.
-Review the Contractor’s work schedules and updates thereof; closely monitor the work progress and budget utilization to ensure compliance with the project duration and cost.
-Measure, record and review payment requests for the executed works submitted by the contractor.
-Stakeholder Coordination:  coordinate decision-making within the constraints laid down by stakeholders; and manage contracts with suppliers, vendors, contractors, and other implementing partners;
-Follow up and Communicate directly with UNDP Project partners such as MoLG, Joint Service Council for Solid Waste Management and other solid waste service providers and provide full documentation/reports on progress on the ground
-Liaise and Coordinate with the solid waste Joint Service Council personnel for smooth and timely implementation of the project activities.
-Reporting/Communications:  prepare regular briefings and reports to supervisor; ensure production of timely reports; participate in regular project and counterparts coordination meetings; ensure regular production of lessons learnt, success stories, and factsheets;
-Perform such other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor
Administrative Tasks:
-attend project related meetings and prepare minutes notes
-Maintain a filing system for all site memos, instructions, as well as internal/external correspondences, measured quantities of works, materials on site, reports, and other documents pertaining to the construction activities.
-Review the contractor’s daily reports and prepare monthly progress reports.
-Study and provide written report on any claim by the contractor and/or variation of orders.
-Prepare snag lists for final checking prior to project take-over.
 
Impact of Results
Proper management of the project has an impact on the quality and implementation of the project. A client-oriented and efficient approach impact on the image of project and the UNDP. The key results have an impact on the success of project within specific areas of cooperation. In particular, on achieving the success implementation of the project sub-component to reach all project goals and objectives.

Competencies :
Functional Competencies:
-Experience in supervising construction of landfill sites, retaining walls, earthwork and strong understanding of engineering technical specifications.
-Competent in general conditions of contract for civil, earthwork and mechanical works.
-Competent in construction supervision, contractual management, resolving site problems, quality maintenance, quality assurance, financial control, progress monitoring, communication and documentation.
-Good Command of MS Office applications (Words, Excel, MS Project, etc.).
-Sound knowledge of landfill construction, material recovery facilities and electromechanical works acquired by practice based on previous experience.
Management and Leadership:
-Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and results of the project and responds positively to feedback.
-Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
-Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
-Ability to lead effectively, mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills
-Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
-Proven networking, team building, organizational and communication skill; Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relations in a team environment.
Professionalism:
-Good problem-solving skills; ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given; ability to plan own work and meet tight deadlines; attention to detail.
-Demonstrates trustworthy behavior based on personal accountability and sound ethics
Communication:
-Excellent analytical and document drafting skills and ability to gather, analyze and evaluate facts and to prepare and present concise oral and written reports,
-Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnership and working relations with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
-Ability to analyze a situation and produce structured reports.

Qualifications :
Education:
- B.Sc. Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
Experience:
- Minimum 6 (six) years practical experience on projects of similar nature.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in Arabic and very good knowledge in the English Language.

Driving License Valid automobile driving license is an asset
Membership:
-Valid Membership with the Palestinian Engineers Association
 

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“UNDP/PAPP is an equal opportunity employer: applications from both internal and external men and women will be considered equally”
 
UNDP actively supports the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities adopted by the United Nations General Assembly
 
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-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.
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