UNDP/ INDEPENDENT CIVIL ENGINEER

Background:

Purpose:

Establishment of a roster of independent international civil engineers for the Country Office (CO) Programme and Project needs whereby retainer contracts with selected candidates will further facilitate engagement of engineers on ad-hoc basis. The engineers’ roster will enable swift and timely delivery of services essential for the successful functioning of the UNDP CO related activities.

Objective:

Ensure transparency and market competitiveness of bidding processes for construction works in accordance with the UNDP procurement procedures and requirements. United Nations Development Programme in BiH, with the support of UNDP's global framework since 1996, has helped the country to attract and use international assistance more effectively. Our leading goals have been: supporting national capacity, implementing a variety of activities in key sectors, and helping to transfer the focus of development planning from post-war recovery to long-term development.

Competencies:

  • International Experience in working in complex environment and large infrastructure and/or civil works, particularly in the field of construction,
     technical project documentation development as well as construction supervision;
   • In depth knowledge and understanding of the BiH Entities’ Physical Planning and Construction Acts , by-laws regulating the construction of
     similar public facilities, technical regulations, general and special technical conditions and professional codes;
   • Knowledge of the UNDP, EC and BiH regulations and requirements on procurement, tendering and contracting;
   • Ability to plan and produce quality results to meet established goals, generates innovative, practical solutions to challenging situations;
   • Ability to establish and maintain productive partnerships with national partners and stakeholders;
   • Ability to identify beneficiaries’ needs, and to match them with appropriate solutions;
   • Timeliness and quality of work at all times;
   • Excellent communication skills;
   • Excellent analytical skills;
   • Extensive knowledge of computer applications;
   • Ability to work independently.

Required Skills and Experience:

Education:

  • University Degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture;
  • BS in Civil, Structural, Environmental Engineering or BA in Architecture with specialization in the highlighted areas as indicated
    under the competencies section;
  • Higher degree or professional certification in specialized area is an asset.

Experience:

  • Senior professional level with a minimum of ten years practical experience in the specified field. International experience is an advantage;
  • Demonstrated knowledge of UNDP procurement and Project Management policies and procedures would be an asset;
  • Experience in supervising medium to large-scale construction works in the public  sector.

Other Requirements:

  • English fluency. Knowledge of Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian or language of the region is an additional asset;
  • Valid driving license.

Starting Date : 20 August 2012
Duration of Initial Contract: One year


Deadline: 25 July 2012

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