Civil Engineer

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Overview of position

Job specific-background information – Technical assistance to enhancing Health Service Facilities at 14 health facilities:

The Yemen office in the Amman hub is currently implementing three projects with identical scope with the same funding source in Yemen. This is the fourth phase of the project where our client will increase access to primary & secondary health services facilities (general hospitals, local health centres & therapeutic feeding centres) in Yemen, by restoring the physical infrastructure of health facilities (rehabilitation, maintenance works & minor repairs) in targeted areas. In addition, our client will be providing priority medical equipment & supplies to these targeted facilities along with training on the use of the medical equipment to the staff of the rehabilitated health facilities. Our client will be responsible for the design & rehabilitation works of the health facilities that will increase the targeted facilities’ reliability & service capacity, ensuring highest standards in design, rehabilitation works & respect of ‘state of the art’ requirements for safety, sustainability, security & disability access. In addition, our client will be responsible to provide the targeted facilities with priority medical equipment & supplies, as well as strengthening capacities through conducting training & awareness raising activities.

Role objectives

The candidate will perform his / her work in full compliance with our clients standards, guidelines & procedures where the Civil Engineer will be responsible for the following task but will not be limited to:

Provide a high quality of civil site supervision as required by our clients supervision guidelines, to ensure that the implementation of the works in accordance with their operational directives, instruction & guidelines under instructions & directions of the Project Manager, the Engineer & the Social Safeguard Officer.
Monitor & assess the work activities of contractor(s) progress against the plan to complete work within specified timeframe & measure completed work.
Verify that works are consistent with the project technical specifications, drawings, BOQ & inform promptly to our clients Engineer & Project Manager.
Inspect all material delivered on site, at the time of receipt, to ensure compliance with approved materials & specifications.
Participate & assist in the making sure that all quality control activities are implemented on site.
Provides support & guidance to the contractor & assists in resolving site problems, as necessary, in full coordination with the Project Manager & Civil Engineer.
Check, verify the interim payments submitted by the contractor(s) & submit detailed reports to the Project Manager.
Ensure construction standards according to Health, Safety, Social & Environment plans (HSSE).
Ensure PSEA measures are implemented throughout the project implementation, as per the country PSEA action plan.
Assist in the preparation of weekly / monthly / quarterly progress reports on construction activities, according to the agreed timeframe.
Collect necessary documents / information, maintain records, compile periodic reports & any specific reports required by our clients standard procedures.
Perform any other required duties.

Project reporting

This role reports to the line manager.

Key competencies

A minimum bachelor degree in civil engineering is required.
A minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a site civil engineer in rehabilitation & / or construction projects, with a strong experience in site supervision, construction management.
Experience in the usage of computers & software packages (AutoCAD, Google Suite).
Fluency & proficiency in written & oral Arabic & English is required.
Treats all individuals with respect, responds sensitively to differences & encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity & inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates & supports the development of others.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners & always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds & maintains strong external relationships & is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self & / or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities & takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our clients impact on their beneficiaries.
Open to change & flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences & modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data & courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation & creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise & open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings & needs of others. Actively listens & proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion & finding common ground.

Team management

This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

This contract is subjected to daily payments depending on the number of working days per month & upon completing the requested deliverables as specified & agreed with the Project Manager / Engineer.
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.