Technical Assistance for preparation of investments in infrastructure - Serbia

Job Description

KEY INFORMATION
Job Title: Technical Assistance for preparation of investments in infrastructure - Energy efficiency (in public buildings). Serbia
Sector: Energy
Position Type : part/time
Duration/Level of Effort : short/term / Mid/term (inputs over a period of 30 months
Position Location : Belgrade, Serbia


SUMMARY OF THE PROJECT
Technical Assistance for preparation of investment-ready technical documentation for the renovation of selected public buildings, enabling the implementation of cost-effective and sustainable energy efficiency and renewable energy measures, and, where applicable, preserving the cultural and architectural value of protected heritage buildings


SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
The Team of experts shall collectively cover expertise in building energy efficiency, energy performance assessment, renovation of existing buildings, building services systems, cost estimation and economic analysis, and preparation of procurement and tender documentation for public works


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review of the legislative and regulatory framework applicable to the preparation of technical documentation for energy efficiency renovation of public buildings.
• Establishment and implementation of a quality control mechanism ensuring the coherence, technical accuracy, and compliance of all deliverables with applicable national legislation, technical standards, and any building-specific legal requirements, including cultural heritage protection, where applicable.
• Performance of walk-through (Level 1) energy audits for pre-selected buildings, including on-site inspections, review of available energy consumption data and existing documentation, identification of cost-effective energy efficiency measures, and assessment of the need for further, investment-grade analysis.
• Performance of Detailed Energy Audits and preparation of Energy Performance Certificates for selected public buildings.
• Preparation of Optional Analyses and/or Feasibility Studies for selected buildings with a total floor area of up to approximately 70,000 m². The Contractor shall assess the need for such analyses on a building-by-building basis and prepare them, where duly justified, in full compliance with Serbian legislation and applicable technical and professional standards, subject to approval by MEI and MME and endorsement by the Contracting Authority.
• Preparation of all design documentation (Conceptual, Preliminary, and Detailed Design) required for obtaining construction and/or renovation permits, in accordance with applicable laws and by-laws of the Republic of Serbia.
• Preparation of complete tender documentation for the procurement of works, including bills of quantities, technical specifications, drawings, and procurement packages, in accordance with Serbian public procurement legislation and the Practical Guide on contract procedures for European Union external action (PRAG).

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:

• Relevant university degree

Minimum Experience (to be covered by the team as a whole):

• The Team shall collectively cover expertise in building energy efficiency, energy performance assessment, renovation of existing buildings, building services systems, cost estimation and economic analysis, and preparation of procurement and tender documentation for public works

Essential Skills: The Team shall demonstrate proven experience in assignments of comparable nature and complexity, including:

• energy audits and energy performance assessment of public buildings.
• preparation of feasibility studies for energy efficiency renovation.
• preparation of technical and tender documentation for procurement of renovation works.
• preparation of technical documentation for renovation of public buildings (e.g. schools, hospitals, administrative buildings);
• applicable national building, energy efficiency, and public procurement regulations.
• requirements related to Energy Performance Certification and major renovation of buildings.

Language Proficiency: English (fluency) mandatory; Serbian (fluency) added value
Employment Conditions: Workdays to be defined, over a project implementation period of 30 months


APPLICATION PROCESS
Candidates are encouraged to apply by 4th of February by sending an updated CV to the following email address: fwc@cowater.com

For your application to be considered, please upload your documents as followed: Candidate Last Name, First Name, date, Title of the Position.

Cowater international strives to maintain a fair, transparent, and human centered recruitment process. As part of our commitment to responsible hiring practices and compliance with evolving recruitment regulations, we may use AI assisted tools to support limited aspects of our talent acquisition workflow, such as reviewing or shortlisting applications. These tools are used only to enhance efficiency and consistency in our processes. All assessments, interviews, and final hiring decisions are made exclusively by our human recruiting managers. Candidates may request additional information about the use of these tools or reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.

Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer, basing employment on merit and qualifications as they relate to professional experience and position expectations. Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law.
We thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.

About the Organization

ABOUT US
Founded in 1985, Cowater International is a leading global development consulting company. Headquartered in Ottawa and with corporate hubs in Auckland, Berlin, Brussels, Helsinki, London, Madrid, Manila, Nairobi, Singapore and Stockholm, Cowater International has successfully delivered a portfolio of over 2500 projects and assignments in more than 95 countries. We work with governments, private sector actors and communities implementing projects that support socio-economic development, institutional strengthening, environmental improvements and advance equal opportunities for all. We are a diverse and experienced team committed to building a better tomorrow for the people we serve. Our adaptive approach to management has led to our yearly award-winning work and recognition as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2017.

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