Engineering Project Manager Support

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Overview of Position

• To conduct activities including the design and construction of logistics support facilities and other vertical and horizontal structures and facilities throughout Somalia in support of our client Engineering Projects in Somalia.
• Under the supervisor of the Chief Engineering, the Project Manager is to respond to the needs of the client for operationally important infrastructure projects throughout Somalia including civil engineering works, water and sanitation projects, power supply systems, waste management facilities, roads, heliports, airfields, and similar facilities.

Role Objectives

Under the overall supervision of the Chief Engineering and Facility Maintenance and Management Section and the direct supervision of the Chief Construction Unit or the Chief –Regional Operation, as the case may be, the incumbent will be a crucial part of a team responsible and accountable for ensuring the scheduling, quality control and safety of the construction of Engineering projects and logistics support to its clients in Somalia.

In particular, he/she will be responsible and accountable for the Project Management, and the coordination and implementation of the approved project in support of the clients. The person will be based on site in a sector in Somalia.

He/she will:

• Have a detailed knowledge of the assigned project, located in the sector in Somalia
• Assist and guide the Field Engineers and QA/QS specialists in the implementation of the project as per technical specifications and plans agreed with the client
• Surveying and assessing the project as designated by our client;
• Coordinate material supply chains with other sections and units in the mission
• Determine if our client’s contractors are proceeding in accordance with the contract documents;
• Coordinate the QA/QS team in monitoring of contractors in the areas of monitoring, change of orders, contract compliance, quality control and assurance, safety and documentation of all interaction;
• Bring to the attention of the Chief Construction Unit and Chief Engineer or the Chief of Regional Operation if the contractor is not meeting timelines by managing detailed MS Project schedules or where quality and safety standards are not being met and provide solutions for improving the quality of work;
• Ensure that all materials and equipment related to the project meet the required standards and specifications
• Report to the Chief Construction Unit or the Chief of Regional Operation and the Chief Engineer on all technical issues including but not limited to technical specifications, monitoring, and quality assurance
• Review conformity with the design concepts of the services and with the information given in the contract documents in contract with construction companies
• Render interpretation Project contract documents necessary for the proper execution of construction, with reasonable promptness and in accordance with any time limit agreed upon
• Do on-site observation and keep our client informed on the construction progress of designated project
• Compare the sites working progress with the contractors working schedule and take the required action for the sites completion before deadline;
• Monitoring and oversee data of the projects by means of resources and cashflow plans in MS Project
• Support as required and verify/confirm the technical aspects related to the work performed by the Contractor and submit the report to the Chief Engineering for clearance of invoices for timely payment of contractors
• Ensure that Project is completed to a satisfactory standard before final
• Offer support as requested to all colleagues on construction and other technical matters
• Assist the field engineers and assistants on Quality control and Safety plan to technical specifications
• Ensure field reports are as per the Quality Control and Safety Plans
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Construction Unit

Result of Service – Outputs

• Projects are closely supervised and implemented as per the approved schedules and designs.
• All the technical aspect of financial documents is verified and endorsed to the Technical Supervisor.
• All the required materials are properly supplied and provided on timely manner.
• Progress and other reports are submitted as scheduled and required

Project Reporting

• This position is based in Mogadishu or in the regional/sector hubs. The incumbent will report directly to the Chief of Construction Unit or the Chief of Regional Operation, as the case maybe.

Key Competencies

• Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Team Management

• This role has no team management responsibility

Further Information

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second United Nations official language is an advantage.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in engineering projects management. Knowledge of methodologies for project planning, execution and evaluation of engineering compliance standards and proven ability in analytical work is required. Experience working in a United Nations common system field operation (inclusive of peacekeeping, political missions and UN agencies, funds, and programs – or similar international organization or non-governmental organization- in a conflict or post conflict setting is desirable