Head Construction Unit – NBC (North Lebanon Area)

Organizes and supervises the implementation of all works by contractors and consultants on site, ensuring that all contracts signed with UNRWA by external parties are adhered to in terms of quantity and quality control, and strictly ensures these are completed within the approved timelines and budgets;

Manages the staff in the Construction Unit; makes recommendations in relation to staffing requirements, reviews and proposes adjustments to the budget as related to the implementation of the reconstruction activities;

Acts as a member of the NBC senior management team and contributes to the management of all aspects of NBC reconstruction operations, including project planning, improving quality, reducing cost and accelerating the reconstruction activities;

Under the guidance of the NBC Reconstruction Project Manager and in collaboration with other relevant project staff, undertakes regular monitoring and evaluation of all reconstruction activities; establishes and reviews progress on the implementation of key performance indicators in relation to quality and operational standards;

Manages all technical activities in the Construction Unit and develops appropriate systems and processes; provides technical guidance and/or training and support to staff as may be needed to ensure the proper implementation of these processes;

Establishes and/or reviews quantitative and qualitative criteria and guidelines for the implementation of the reconstruction of residential and non-residential lots/blocks on the basis of international codes of practice and standards;

Reviews and certifies the interim and final payments to contractors in contractual arrangements with UNRWA, including variation/change orders;

Prepares reports on construction related activities, and contributes to the overall project reporting system; ensures that adequate methods are established and maintained for document handling and storage that improve workflow processes;

In coordination with the NBC Reconstruction Project Manager, develops and maintains contacts with local authorities, UN Agencies, NGOs and community representatives, as needed;

Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor(s).