Job Description
Background Information - Job-specific
In response to the oods and landslides that devastated the mountainous areas of Myanmar,
particularly Chin State in June 2015, Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a grant agreement with the Government of Myanmar for “Emergency Support for Chin State Livelihoods Restoration Project” to assist with Myanmar’s disaster relief and recovery e氹orts. The project is funded by Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction and to be implemented through Department of Rural Development (DRD). UNOPS is responsible for implementation of Output 1: Restored village access infrastructure (roads and bridges) with increased disaster resiliency and Output 2: Restored community infrastructure with increased disaster resiliency.
Functional Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Project Manager the Project Engineer (Roads & Bridges) shall be
responsible for performing the following duties:
- Conduct engineering surveys for the selected roads and other structures including bridges;
- Provide inputs into the design process prepare the Bill of Quantities as per the final design drawings and calculate the final quantities.
- Assess the work activities for which labour-based construction methods are appropriate and for those sections for which heavy machinery is appropriate; establish a cost estimate for the rehabilitation and construction works for roads & bridges;
- Assist in the preparation of tender documents and evaluation of tenders and the preparation and finalisation of contracts for construction and rehabilitation works;
- Make any necessary changes to the design drawings as per the site conditions;
- Develop geometric design from the survey results using AutoCAD, Civil CAD and/or other appropriate programmes;
- Review the hydrological and drainage designs and modify as per the project requirements on site;
- Supervise contractors on site, ensuring that the works meet the highest standards expected by
- UNOPS and in accordance with UNOPS technical standard guidelines;
- Monitor construction and rehabilitation works, including environmental mitigation and safety plans in accordance with contractual agreements;
- Review the contractor’s work programmes, resource, schedule and project implementation plans and ensure that the contractors/site supervisors comply with their work plans and complete the work within the specified time frame;
- Ensure all works, undertaken by the contractor and/or his agent, are of good quality, as per specifications and with approved quality materials;
- Assess and evaluate the contractor’s performance and resources;
- Provide clear written and verbal instructions to the contractor or contractor’s representative(s) on site, and effectively and quickly resolve any project-related problems or issues causing delay;
- Be able to prepare the drafts for contractual correspondence, interpret the contract conditions and specifications, monitor the progress of work, be able to prepare work plans, minutes of meetings, etc.;
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and
procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
Education
- A Master’s degree in an infrastructure related field such as civil or transportation engineering, architecture, and construction management or similar is required.
- Bachelor’s Degree with Additional 2 years of relevant work experience to the above duties and responsibilities may be accepted in lieu of Master Degree.
- Combination with certification in project management or infrastructure, construction or engineering management with additional 6 years, may substitute for the master degree.
- Additional qualifications in project management, e.g. Prince2, are desired.
Work experience
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in coordination, planning and managing of works in design and construction field is required. Experience of working in at least one ADB funded project and familiarity with applicable ADB guidelines is required.
- Experience of administering FIDIC contract documents, preferably certified through FIDIC training courses is an asset.
- Previous experiences in developing countries in Asia with mountainous terrain and the UN system is desirable.
- Experience working in the post-disaster emergency context is preferable.
- Experience in engaging with local government staff, local contractors and communities to build their capacity in the design, construction and maintenance of low volume rural roads, bridges and community infrastructure; and dealing with community contracting is preferable
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft O튑ce 2010, Microsoft Access, databases and internet. Ability to draft various types
Language Skills
Fluency in oral and written English is required. A second UN language is an asset.
Additional Considerations
- Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
- 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 only, 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.
About the Organization
About us
UNOPS mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner. Working in more than 80 countries, UNOPS supports partners in the implementation of approximately 1,000 projects, which range from managing the construction of roads in South Sudan to building shelters in Haiti to procuring educational computers in Argentina.UNOPS works closely with governments and communities to ensure increased economic, social and environmental sustainability for the projects it supports.
Working with UNOPS
UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We’re looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in many disciplines, from project management, to procurement, infrastructure, finance and human resources. The work we do is fulfilling and offers opportunities for professional and personal development.
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Diversity
With over 6,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce as a means of better understanding and addressing the needs of our partners, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage the recruitment of qualified female candidates. Moreover, the vast majority of our personnel are nationals, working in their own country and developing local capacity.
Work life harmonization
UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options, such as flexi-time, compressed work schedules and telecommuting. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types across the globe.
