National Civil Engineers, Lebanon UNDP - United Nations Development Programme Closing date: Wednesday, 9 May 2018

National Civil Engineers, 
Lebanon 
UNDP - United Nations Development Programme 
Closing date: Wednesday, 9 May 2018

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Duties and Responsibilities

Crisis Prevention and Recovery Programme wishes to make a long-term agreement with Two (2) Civil Engineer consultants from North Lebanon to provide technical support for community infrastructure, roads, sewage, water networks and plants, construction, rehabilitation projects, etc. to be designed and implemented in North Lebanon area. The required tasks will be fulfilled under direct supervision of the Projects Managers and in closed coordination with the Programme Manager. The Civil engineers are expected to: Undertake site visits in North Lebanon area for identified projects; prepare and / or review feasibility studies and formulate projects; the Civil Engineers will meet with the local authorities and projects’ staff, prepare BOQs and cost estimate as well as technical specifications for the required works; prepare the drawings if required; provide pictures and the list of potential bidders (name, contact details of contractors); propose solutions and recommendations; etc. provide technical support on bidders’ queries; participate in the evaluation of offers; follow up technically with the local authorities and projects staff; supervise and monitor works implemented by contractors to ensure proper implementation; provide technical guidance and make sure that works are compliant with technical specifications, drawings and timeframe of implementation; validate quantities and quality; approve receiving of goods on behalf of UNDP; communicate to UNDP any delay or amendment; other miscellaneous tasks related to civil engineering function. For additional information, please refer to ANNEX I – Terms of Reference

Competencies

Functional Competencies: Resident in South Lebanon area; Excellent command of both English and Arabic; Good communication skills; Proven ability to work under pressure and in less comfortable situations. Corporate Competencies: Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards; Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN; Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability; Treats all people fairly without favoritism; Knowledge of the UN preferable.

Required Skills and Experience

Academic qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Civil engineering or related field. Experience: At least five years of experience as civil engineer; Proven track record of experience with UN agencies and NGOs.