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Construction Engineering Technician – Senior Assistant

Islamabad

  • Organization: CTG - Committed To Good
  • Location: Islamabad
  • Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Engineering
    • Administrative support
    • Architecture, Building and Property Management
    • Infrastructure and Urban-Rural development
    • Technology, Electronics and Mechanics
  • Closing Date: 2025-02-14

Job description

CTG overview

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

Visit www.ctg.org to find out more

Overview of position

Background Information Pakistan:

Committed to Good – CTG is working in Pakistan through their local registered Partners “Creative Business Consulting (Pvt) Ltd.  They are providing services to their clients (United Nation/UN Agency) to make significant strides in promoting sustainable development, aiding the federal and provincial government in SDGs attainment, and establishing itself as a reliable provider of efficient services for development programming around Climate Adaptation, Basic Service Delivery and Energy Efficiency, Operational since 1999. The client (United Nation/UN Agency) is part of the Sri Lanka Multi-Country Office in the Asia Pacific Region.

Role objectives

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Construction Supervision and Management:

Oversee daily construction activities of the incinerator civil works.

Implement and maintain quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures, including stage testing, verification, and documentation.

Monitor construction progress, ensuring adherence to project schedule, budget, and quality standards.

Conduct regular inspections to assess the quality of workmanship and compliance with project specifications.

Verify contractor compliance with project requirements and manage necessary approvals.

Prepare and maintain detailed progress reports, including photographs and documentation.

  1. Reporting

Prepare and submit comprehensive site progress reports to the Project Manager.

Participate in site coordination meetings and prepare meeting minutes.

Conduct quantity surveys and prepare progress payment recommendations.

Manage project documentation, including permits, inspections, and correspondence.

  1. Knowledge Management and Sharing:

Provide support in documenting project challenges and lessons learned.

Contribute to knowledge transfer and training of project team members.

Adhere to CBC/CTG construction and engineering best practices, environmental management standards, and health and safety regulations.

Participate in relevant communities of practice and share project experiences.

  1. Monitoring and Progress Control:

Track project schedule and identify potential delays or risks.

Monitor site activities, including materials, labour, and equipment.

Participate in project stakeholder meetings.

Proactively identify and address quality, timeliness, and safety issues. Qualifications and Experience

Education:

A high school diploma is the minimum academic requirement for this role

A Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in engineering may substitute some years of required experience

A Master’s Degree preferable in engineering may substitute some years of required experience

A technical or professional license preferably in in Civil Engineering, Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, or a similar field may substitute some years of work experience

Experience:

With high school diploma, minimum 5 year of relevant professional construction related experience is required

Experience in preparation of specifications, bills of quantities, costing of construction works is required.

Work experience in the construction of health-related facilities is an asset.

Familiarity with the UN system, humanitarian agencies and emergency response.

Language:

Good working knowledge of English, both spoken and written.

Working knowledge of local languages (Punjabi, Sindhi, Baluchi, Pashto, Brahui etc.) is an advantage.


Project reporting

Project Manager

Key competencies

Integrity and InclusionTreats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same.  Upholds organizational and ethical norms.  Maintains high standards of trustworthiness.  Role model for diversity and inclusion.

PartneringDemonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others

Result OrientationEfficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them.  Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

AgilityOpen to change and flexible in a fast-paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behaviour. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Solution Focused- Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions.  Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Effective CommunicationExpresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner.  Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Team management Knowledge Management and Sharing:

Provide support in documenting project challenges and lessons learned.

Contribute to knowledge transfer and training of project team members.

Adhere to CTG/CBC construction and engineering best practices, environmental management standards, and health and safety regulations.

Participate in relevant communities of practice and share project experiences.

Further information

The selected candidates will be working under a third-party contract issued by Creative Business Consultants (CBC) Pvt. Ltd., which represents 'Committed to Good' (CTG) in Pakistan and provides services to its clients in the country.

Disclaimer:
· At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.
· CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibilit
· CTG encourages all candidates applying for this advertisement to ensure that their candidate profile is up to date with up to date experience / education / contact details, as this will help you being considered further in your application for this role.
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