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UNOPS Lead Construction Management Engineer Jobs 2023 – Zimbabwe NGO Jobs

UNOPS Lead Construction Management Engineer Jobs 2023 – Zimbabwe NGO Jobs.

UNOPS Zimbabwe looking for “Lead Construction Management Engineer”.

Applicants with a University Degree may apply on or before November 05, 2023.

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, dedicated to implementing projects for the United Nations System, international financial institutions, governments and other partners around the world. The organization’s global headquarters is located on the UN City campus in Copenhagen, Denmark.

UNOPS Lead Construction Management Engineer Jobs 2023

The UNOPS has published a job vacancy announcement on October 21, 2023 for qualified Zimbabwe’s to fill in the vacant post of Lead Construction Management Engineer to be based in Harare, Zimbabwe.

Recruiter United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Position Lead Construction Management Engineer
Location Harare, Zimbabwe
Country Zimbabwe
Total Vacant Post N/A
Qualification University Degree
Experience Required Minimum Seven years
Application Deadline November 05, 2023

UNOPS Job Vacancy 2023

Functional Responsibilities

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Lead Construction Management engineer (Advisory) is responsible for supporting the Project Manager in providing sound advice on aspects of the day-to-day construction/contract management and timely delivery of the project and associated outputs in accordance with agreed timelines, standards, and budget of the Government of Zimbabwe contracts.

This list is not representative of all the duties required but indicate typical duties and responsibilities:

  • Provide sound advice on the development and management of the existing Contract Management Plan developed by the PCU (Project Coordination Unit) and the DOI (department of Irrigation) including, but not limited to, insurance and goods procured, subcontractor’s personnel qualifications, delivery of contractual terms, reports and payments, services delivered against contractual requirements and specifications and standards.
  • Provide sound advice to the senior management of the PCU and DOI through the Project Manager on any potential issues and recommend remedial actions or solutions.
  • Advise the PCU and DOI on the appropriate existing contract management tools, guidelines, and manuals for standardization and knowledge-sharing purposes.
  • Advise the PCU and DOI in monitoring cash flows on regular basis with regards to the ongoing projects and financial agreements.
  • Advises the PCU with the evaluation of the contractors’ performance against the agreed performance measurement criteria.
  • Support and advise on reviewing and processing variations.
  • As needed, provide advisory support on contract matters to the PCU project manager and the DOI Director or other operational staff.
  • Provides advice and guidance on the maintenance of contractual records and documentation.
  • Assist the Project Manager in the preparation of Stage Plans and End Stage Reports;
  • Maintain and update issue and risk registers.
  • Attend procurement/ Contract related workshops/ discussions.
  • Carry out research and identify appropriate technologies/techniques/designs that can be incorporated in the infrastructure projects monitoring systems.
  • Actively engage in knowledge sharing and also improve one’s professional skills.

Position in Organization:

  • Job categories: Engineering, Project Management
  • Vacancy code: VA/2023/B5329/26799
  • Department/office: AFR, KEMCO, Zimbabwe
  • Duty station: Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Contract type: Local ICA Specialist
  • Contract level: LICA Specialist-10
  • Duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance
  • Application period: 19-Oct-2023 to 05-Nov-2023

Qualification:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Contract Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Project Management or related field from an accredited university is required.
  • A Masters degree in Construction Contract Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Project management or any other related field will be an added advantage and will be accepted in lieu of the respective years of experience.

Experience:

  • A Minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience with bachelor’s degree, or a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience with master’s degree in Engineering and/or Construction Management and contract management environment, is required.
  • Experience working in project teams and working in a multi-project environment is required.
  • Experience working in remote locations is highly desired.
  • Experience in FIDIC contracts management is highly valued.

Language requirements

  • Full working knowledge of English is required.
  • Working knowledge of another official UN Language is an asset.

How to Apply UNOPS Lead Construction Management Engineer Jobs 2023

Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.

Then to apply, go to https://jobs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=26799#1

The Closing Date: November 05, 2023.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Particulars Details Link
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Official Website www.unops.org
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