Building and Facility Specialist at the OPEC Fund for International Development

The OPEC Fund for International Development is a multilateral development finance institution established in 1976. Our 12 Member Countries are:  Algeria, Ecuador, Gabon, Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Building and Facility Specialist

Location: Austria
Department/Unit: Corporate Services / Building and Facility
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Grade: Professional
Job Category: F
Recruitment Status: International 

Job Profile

• The incumbent will enhance the OPEC Fund’s Building and Facility Management (BFM) team by coordinating and facilitating technical consulting, engineering, and construction works for the Fund’s premises.
• This role involves regular engagement with the Project Manager and selected construction contractors for renovation projects, as well as ensuring quality assurance across the BFM portfolio.
• While the primary focus will be on renovation projects, post-handover responsibilities will expand to include other BFM tasks as determined by the Director of ASU.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates project interfaces for planning, design, and construction per OPEC Fund requirements.
• Reports and communicates project issues to the task force promptly.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to ensure timely and budget-conscious project deliverables.
• Monitors and presents project progress to the task force.
• Provides technical support for unforeseen project issues.
• Assists in negotiations and prepares necessary documentation.
• Establishes quality control measures for contractor services.
• Ensures contractor work meets contracted requirements and manages deviations.
• Manages scope changes to minimize time and cost impacts.
• The annual workload includes monitoring maintenance contracts, providing project assistance and performing small-scale maintenance jobs, amongst others.
• Oversees and coordinates maintenance works to ensure facilities are well-maintained and operational.
• Performs any other activity within BFM and as assigned by Head, Buildings and Facilities Management

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Facilities Management, or any other relevant engineering-related discipline
• Certification in Project/Program management is desirable. (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum).
• A minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience, 
• Fluent in English and German. Good working knowledge of Arabic, French or Spanish is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Ability to Work Under Pressure - The capacity to remain composed, focused and productive when facing tight deadlines, high-stakes situations and demanding workloads.
• Collaboration and Teamwork - The ability to effectively work with colleagues, stakeholders and partners to achieve shared goals.
• Customer Centricity  - The ability to focus on comprehending and addressing customer needs; consistently deliver exceptional service and foster strong, lasting customer relationships. 
• Cross-Cultural Sensitivity - The ability to take into account the variety of the human experience and how it contributes to the workplace and to demonstrate  respect for diverse cultures and viewpoints.
• Problem Solving Ability - The ability to identify issues adeptly, delve into root causes, and devise pragmatic solutions; demonstrate ingenuity and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges. 
• Sense of Responsibility - The ability to demonstrate ownership and accountability in tasks and outcomes; uphold reliability and commitment to fulfilling responsibilities. 

Required Languages: 

• English / German

Application Closing Date
2nd March, 2025