Dutystation: Kassala, Sudan
Functional responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Project Manager of Kassala Health Citadel, the Structural Engineer will undertake, but not limited to, the following tasks/duties:
Prepare the required structural designs, structural shop drawings, and assess the existing designs and provide the necessary advice of its validity
Liaison with the design team to ensure the design is made according to the required standards and the planned timeline.
Liaison with the public agencies - Government, Municipality, etc.. - to obtain the needed approvals and permits for the project development.
Provide expert opinion/advice to the Project Manager on all structural engineering issues.
Review the technical quality and completeness of the structural / civil design documentation.
Provide the required support to the design team to obtain the UNOPS Design Review Certificate(s).
Assist the Project team in preparation of the bidding documentation for the construction works.
provide the required guidance, advice, and supervision, if needed, when any design issue arises on site. .
Prepare quality templates and ensure the monitoring of the quality of the works as per UNOPS Quality Management System. Ensure the materials quality and support/ attend the required inspections before arriving of materials to the site.
Ensure respect of Health and Safety procedures on the site and report any irregularity
Provide assistance in the procurement of the relevant required materials by approving the materials before shipping.
Inspections of the works on site and missing required approvals when needed.
Perform other duties as may be reasonably required and in line with the above scope of services.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering is required.
A Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering is preferred and may substitute for some of the years of experience.
Experience:
At least four years with BSc or two years with MSc of experience in civil engineering design is required.
Proficiency in design software such as SAFE, E-TABS, STAAD, AutoCAD, and other structural design software is an asset
Proven knowledge of large-scale RCC structural components and applicable constructability issues on a construction site is an advantage
Language Requirements:
Fluency in written, spoken, and reading English is required.
Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.
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