People In Need - PIN WaSH and Infrastructure Engineer (for WaSH PT) Jobs in Ethiopia
People In Need - PIN WaSH and Infrastructure Engineer (for WaSH PT) Jobs in Ethiopia
Job DescriptionWaSH and Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for Designing, planning, supervising and monitoring the construction of the Water, sanitation and hygiene infrastructures/ for Implementation of sustainable water supply system in selected kebeles of Bura, Dale and Bona Zuriya woredas of Sidama Region.
The position requires supervising construction of contracted or on-force construction of water schemes, sanitations and other infrastructures using unskilled and skilled labours.
The position also requires proper management of materials, equipment and other resources under the programs and reporting periodically to supervisors.
under the supervision and support of the Engineering Coordinator; administer contractual issues and deal with supplier, follow up and participate in BID process in collaboration with the Procurement department by adhering to the organizational and National law.
Participate in technical assessment, proposal development and assessment for new emerging projects.
Provide technical support during various manuals, construction standard and checklists preparation together with the Engineering Coordinator and making sure it is applied in the field.
Responsible to provide technical guidance on water, sanitation, and hygiene project activities and other programs where there is Infrastructure facilities to build put together and review technical designs and BoQs; and supervise constructions.
WaSH and Infrastructure Engineer specific tasks are:
Design construction plans and the resources available for completion of the project (labour, equipment, materials).
Apply all safety measures on site and
promote safety culture in construction sites
Serve as the main point of contact for the department in relation to for Construction related partners and arrange feedback in respective project sites.
Ensure realistic work plan is undertaken and make any necessary changes to agreed deadlines and budgets whenever required.
Set up and track projects using appropriate documents.
To ensure that the allocation of resources is supported by appropriate program departments and project plans.
Manage the construction effort and represent the organization with Stakeholders and official in each respective project.
To plan, develop and organize the construction effort to formulate the most cost-effective plan to timely completion within budget and to implement the execution of that plan.
Responsible for implementation of the scope of work as related to construction, in conformance with project specifications, Scope of Work, and in accordance with the approved Project Schedule.
Monitor and provide technical report to the respective Engineering Coordinator, Project and or program Manager on project details, including progress,
risks and opportunities in a timely manner for the assigned construction projects.
Ensures all changes to specifications, work scope and drawings are documented
Monitor construction productivity, schedule performance, and investigate reasons for less than satisfactory performance.
Provide recommendations and institute measures for improvement by modification to operating procedures/work instructions.
Prepares costs estimates, schedule and budget for construction projects; negotiates and manages construction contracts together with the Engineering Coordinator. Together with the Engineering Coordinator reviews construction specifications for compliance with Organization standards; interprets specifications and District policies and initiates or reviews change orders; prepares periodic project status reports
Prepare provisional acceptance, final acceptance of the construction works, on time and through which it assures the release of retained money from Finance department.
Professionally supervise constructions sites, maintenance and renovation of various infrastructures by coordinating the work of the organization and/or outside contractors on a particular project and ensuring that necessary workmanship, materials and equipment are on the job when required.
To regularly monitor expenditure and recommend solutions that provide the best value for money in accordance with the allocated budget.
Inspect all phases of building construction to ensure compliance with plans, specifications and regulations.
Organize and coordinate site supervisors and skilled labourers on-site.
Prepare progress reports and recommend progress payments for completed work on projects inspected.
Prepare and apply monitoring tools and templates with MS software
Prepare estimates of quantities; take off sheet and construction costs.
Documenting construction site supervisions like site book, work acceptance certificate, payments made, minutes and other relevant documents
Participate in report preparation for Project/ Program managers on regular basis
Perform other related duties assigned by immediate supervisor and management.
Job Requirements
Minimum BSc in Hydraulic Engineering, water supply & environmental Engineering, water resource & irrigation engineering and other related and relevant fields of studies
Minimum 4 years’ experience on the position
Experience on construction project planning, scheduling, designing, supervision works
Experience and good skills in big scale WaSH Infrastructures, coordination of project partners
NGO experience is advantageous
Planning, coordination and technical report writing skills
Good communication and capacity to work under stress
Good command of MS Package (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
Knowledge of spoken & written Amharic, English
3 strong references (only from previous supervisors, will be crosschecked)
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; People In Need - PIN WaSH and Infrastructure Engineer (for WaSH PT) Jobs in Ethiopia
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