Job: Project Engineer/Quantity Surveyor

Location: Mannar, Sri Lanka 
Deadline: Tuesday, 15 October 2013 

Description

UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. Working in some of the world's most challenging environments, our vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness.

UNOPS provides services in sustainable infrastructure, sustainable procurement and sustainable project management, with projects ranging from building schools, roads, bridges and hospitals to procuring goods and services and training local personnel.

By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground.

We employ more than 6,000 personnel annually and on behalf of our partners create thousands more work opportunities in local communities. Through our headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark and a network of regional and country offices, we oversee activities in more than 80 countries.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.

Background Information - Job-specific

EU has provided funds to implement the Support to District Development Programme (EU-SDDP) in selected Districts in North and East Sri Lanka. The overall objective of this programme is to contribute to and capacitate the transition from post-conflict relief to reconstruction and development by supporting selected districts in North and East Sri Lanka, through poverty reduction and provision of basic infrastructure and services for vulnerable populations, support to local economic development, and strengthening of loca lgovernance.

Under this programme, UNOPS will undertake three flagship projects under the Support to Social Infrastructure Development in Batticaloa, Mannar and Vavuniya. One of the projects is the Storm Drainage which will involve the construction of storm drainage system in 5 catchment basins in Mannar Township and the implementation of social infrastructures upport to build the capacities of local authorities. These projects will be implemented in three (3) years with the full implementation commenced in July 2013.

The Project Engineer / Quantitiy Surveyor will be primarily responsible in the supporting of the construction actvities in the storm drainage project in Mannar. He will work under the guidance and supervision of the TeamManager of the Mannar Flagship Office.

Functional Responsibilities

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

Implement:

• Implement and supervise the building / infrastructure projects by Direct Implementation(DI) under the guidance of the Team Manager.

Quantity Survey:

• Prepare the DI budget for the assigned construction works based on current market price. This activity also requires the establishment of a data base on marcket prices of construction materials, labour cost, equipment rentals, equipment purchases, hand tools, etc ;

• Prepare monthly work done report with respect to BOQs;

• Monthly materilal/ labour reconcilation against the standard norms and obtaining actual material / labour records from the site;

• Preparation of standard tender documetns for small contracts includive of Instrucition of tenders, Form of Tender, conditions of contract, BOQ, review specifcaitons;

• Preparation of Preliminary and Engineer's estimates.

Work Plans and Progress Monitoring:

• Identify the various construction activities required to complete the designed projects and linking them together using a gantt chart or a project software such as MS Project . The work plan should consider constraints such as weather, access, mobilizing resources, materials, equipment and all inputs needed to carry out the project;

• Update and prepare weekly progress with referance to the scheduled programmes;

• Prepare work/ micro programmes where necessarey.

Supervision and Site Management:

• Assist the Works Supervisor for proper scheduling of manpower, machineries and materials;

• Establish and monitor construction work quantitatively and qualitatively;

• Preparation and submission of weekly progress briefs with regard to project implementation to the Team Manager;

• Responsible for accurately verifying and maintaining stock of construction materials and equipments procured by UNOPS.

Quality Assurance:

• Regular attendance in the work site and at all stages of the construction work in order to assure the quality of the construction works. Quality assurance will be done using proven instruments particularly on reinforced concrete, finishes, wiring, plumsing, framing and joinery;

• Supervises the Quantity Surveyor and ensure that the works comply with the design and acceptable standards;

Financial Perspective:

• Manage the site financial transactions in line with regulations stipulated by UNOPS with due concurrence from the Team Manager and Programme Manager;

• Verify contractors / subcontractors monthly bill as per contract provision prior to submission for approval;

• Verify the payments and financial settlements in Direct Implementation (DI) operation.

Contract Management:

• Resolve contractual issues with due guidance from the Team Manager and Programme Manager to ensure continuity of implementation activities.

Procurement Perspective:

• Engage for procurement activities as member of the technical elevation committee and procurement team;

• Check the material/ goods quality and prepare physical inspection report.

Competencies

UNOPS CoreValues/Competencies:

• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Respect for Diversity
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Accountability
• Planning and Organizing
• Results orientation
• Communications skills
• Teamwork skills
• Client orientation
• Technological awareness
• Creativity and Innovation
• Initiative
• Organising and Quality Orientation
• Assertiveness
• Situational Sensitivity
• Client Focus
• Result Orientation

Functional Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Storm Drainage System and construction work in general Good knowledge;
• Ability to relate and communicate well with varied types and levels of officers and staff in the LAs and other key stakeholders;
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
• Ability to focus on his/her work, handle large volume of work and meet deadlines;
• Consistently approach work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Ability to write well written and presented reports;
• Highly self-motivated and a good motivator of others, solutions driven with a 'can do' attitude;
• Ability to take full responsibility and accountability on assigned tasks and deliverables.
• Fluent in Tamil and knowledge of Sinhalese is an advantage;
• Ability to speak and write English fuently;
• Proficiency in the standard computer applications including MS Office software;
• Ability to work with people of all races, religions, ethnicities and gender;
• Excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing;
• Highly committed and prepared to work in pressurized environment;
• Excellent inter-personal skills; ability to work well in a team;
• Ability to manage ownworkload, work under pressure and cooperate with other team members.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education/Experience:

Master's degree with at least 2 years of relevant work experience; or Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of relevant work experience; or Secondary education with Diploma or Certificate with at least 8 years of relevant work experience. Language: Fluency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of the local languages (Tamil and/or Sinhala) is desirable.

Certifications

Training certificates related to Project Management, engineering and and/or other relevant areas will be an advantage. Certificate in PRINCE 2 or equivalent in Project Management is highly desirable.Contract type, level and durationContract type: LICA Contract level: LICA 5 Contract duration: 8.5 months For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: http://www.unops.org/ENGLISH/WHOWENEED/CONTRACT-TYPES/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements-ICAs.aspxAdditional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
• 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 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.

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