Construction Engineer at the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) - For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Construction Engineer - Consultancy (Batch Recruitment)

Job Number: 502734
Locations: Adamawa, Bauchi and Kebbi
Work Type : Consultancy

Specific Objectives
The consultants are to work with the SPHCDA, SMOH, Other Governmental Entities, Section Staff and Construction Specialist and to achieve the following key results:

• The health facilities in the scope of the project meeting minimum standard for infrastructure significantly increased in Adamawa, Bauchi and Kebbi States.
• Frequently visit the project active sites and report the progress and control indices.
• Control the project contracting and consultation companies and provide relevant guidance to assure smooth project progress

Major Tasks to Be Accomplished

• Support the Construction Engineer to review of the contracts of the contracting and consulting companies and get familiar with the terms for relevant locations to control the contracts for the project duration.
• Undertake frequent and periodical site visits to monitor progress of work.
• Keep record of each site activities, dates, hold points, and milestones.
• Compile progress reports including the cost controlling, scheduling, risks and management aspects.
• Support in preparation of project estimates and forecasting for completion in cost, duration and variations.
• Work with Contractors to ensure project compliance to scope and budget and report any deviations.
• Attend any required meetings with the project stakeholders in the state.
• Provide periodic updates on progress of renovation exercise
• Get involved in any evaluation mission requested by the organization in the relevant field.
• Execute any additional task required for the project and as directed by the organization.

End Product:

• Bi-weekly Progress Report for all the locations in the relevant state.
• Certification of work done before each payment.
• Final Report of the consultancy.

Estimated time of consultancy and deadline for submission of end product:

• 24 Months is estimated to be required for this assignment, meanwhile it is recommended to hire the consultants with 6 Months contracts to be renewed upon evaluation of performance

Qualification/Specialized Knowledge and Experience
Competencies:

• Professionality: In-depth knowledge of buildings and engineering, renovation and constructions projects, excellent knowledge of project cost control activities, structural design and computer-aided design and drafting programs, proven ability to supervise contractors, consultants and control contracts, excellent reporting skills, demonstrates professional competency and mastery of subject matter, is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results, is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns, shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges, remains calm in stressful situations, takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Conduct all ethical and professional behaviors in refusing fraudulent and corrupt practices including but not limited to refusing gifts, favors and preferences by any stakeholder.
• Planning & Control: Maintain project timelines and cost limits, identifies priority activities and assignments, adjusts priorities as required, allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work, foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning, monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary, uses time efficiently.
• Flexibility & Teamwork: Shows flexibility in moving between project locations, altering schedule to the benefit of the work progress, works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve the project goals, is willing to learn from others, places team agenda before personal agenda, supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings, demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization

Education:

• A first-level university degree in Engineering or related fields from a reputable university. Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) is an asset.
• Professional training in project management, project controls and construction contracts.
• ARCON or COREN registration certification/membership.

Work Experience:

• Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in managing construction and renovation projects. Experience in procurement and supply processes is an asset. Experience in facilities management, project management, construction cost control is desirable.

Languages:

• Fluency in English Language. Knowledge of language of duty station would be an added advantage.

Official Travel involved:

• Flexibility to travel between project locations including between project activities states and to the FCT.
• All official travel must be based on an approved Travel Authorization, Security Clearance and in a MOSS compliant vehicle.
• All travels must be in accordance with the monthly travel plan agreed and pre-approved by Supervisor.

Application Closing Date
15th February, 2017.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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