Construction Engineer at International Organization for Migration June, 2022

Context

Under the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health officer in Kasulu and the direct supervision of the Head of Sub Office, Kasulu, the Construction Engineer will be responsible and accountable to oversee the construction activities of Extension of laboratory at  Maweni RRH in Kigoma region. The main responsibilities of the incumbent will include but are not limited to the following activities:

1.     Working in close collaboration with the Government Engineer who is responsible for the project, providing overall technical supervision for the satisfactory implementation of the project.

2.     Ascertain quality of construction materials including standard checking and giving necessary approvals. In this context, giving instructions to the contractor for necessary material testing, evaluating test reports, and approving materials/giving necessary feedback for the improvement of quality.

3.     Monitor the program of work including evaluating the progress of work and giving necessary inputs to the contractor’ to keep the project on track.

4.     Prepare weekly report including percentage progress of work, contractors’ manpower onsite, other resources available for the construction work, problems encountered and how those are overcome, coordination with Government stakeholders etc. and submit to Head

5.     Verify that the construction is carried out according to the BOQ’s, drawings and specifications provided by IOM.

6.     If there is any need for a deviation from the original scope of work or need for any additional work immediately report it to the Head of Sub Office including necessary supporting documents such as drawings and BoQ’s and reasons for the deviation or additional work. Record such deviations from the original design along with the reasons for the change. Getting necessary approvals before carrying out such work.

7.     Jointly measure & record field measurements with the participation of the contractor and check and certify contractors’ measurement certificates.

8.     Prepare/check payment certificates for the completed works and recommend payment installments for the work done.

9.     Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Construction Manager.

•       University degree in Civil Engineering with 5 years of relevant work experience or secondary school diploma with 5 years of relevant work experience.

•       Knowledge and training in local engineering concepts and field construction methodology, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Experience:

•       Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds, ability to handle confidential matters.

•       Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

•       Good level of computer literacy, proficiency in Auto CAD, Microsoft Word and Excel will be considered as an advantage.

•       Experience in the construction or related field.

•       Experience in working in an international environment and in liaising with a variety of partners at all levels of the hierarchy.

•       Excellent communication and negotiation skills

•       Experience in the construction or related field.

•       Experience in working in an international environment and in liaising with a variety of partners at all levels of the hierarchy.

•       Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Values

•       Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

•       Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

•       Professionalism:  demonstrates  ability  to  work  in  a  composed,  competent,  and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

•       Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms

•       Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders

•       Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others

•       Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience

•       Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services

•       Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

•       Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.

•       Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

•       Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.

•       Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

•       Resource Mobilization – works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

All application documents will be handled in accordance with IOM data protection policy. The selected candidate is required to commence the assignment as soon as the recruitment process completes.