Civil Engineer, Multiple positions

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale. 

The UNOPS Hub in Amman implements projects on behalf of UN agencies and bilateral donors and in close coordination with the Government and national authorities. With an established presence across the region, the office runs operations including large-scale procurement, project development and technical management, and provides financial, human resources and infrastructure-related services. The functional objective of UNOPS Hub in Amman is to deliver its projects in an efficient and effective manner and in line with the principles, rules and regulations of UNOPS, so as to achieve the outcomes sought by the clients.

The current conflict in Yemen has resulted in wide-spread humanitarian crisis, and has left 80 per cent of the population (21.1 million people) in need of assistance .  Also the conflict has caused widespread damage to Infrastructure all over Yemen. Recovery and reconstruction is crucial for the people of Yemen, its neighbors, and the global security.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS. 

UNOPS is committed to achieving a fully diverse workforce.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS. 

Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager and under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Engineer,  the Civil Engineer is required to perform the following duties and responsibilities in accordance and full compliance with established UNOPS rules and procedures and project management requirements:

• Oversee the design, planning, and implementation of construction works of all building and external works within the project;
• Establish project management plan with requirements and ensure effective and efficient management of the project;
• Approve construction plans and monitor the progress of works according to contract schedules, specifications and project plans;
• Ensure efficiency gains through regular follow up of project costs throughout the implementation phases to achieve maximum value for money;
• Ensure that the construction site meets the health and safety requirements;
• Inspect and report on Contractors’ weekly and monthly works in progress, in accordance with UNOPS standards;
• Approve  Contractors’ set out and works, including compliance with Contract Specifications and ensure that contractors comply with their work plans to complete work within specified time frame;
• Provide support and guidance to the contractors and assist in resolving site problems;
• Using performance management techniques monitor and demonstrate achievement of agreed service levels and guide necessary improvements;
• Ensure presence at the project site(s) in order to monitor progress of works, identify the existing problems and provide appropriate solutions through application of sound engineering standards;
• Maintain records, compile and check daily progress reports prepared by the Site Engineers on construction activities, according to the agreed timeframe of works for submission to the Head of Programme on a weekly basis and other periodic reports required by the UNOPS standard procedures;
• Prepare, check  and maintain a database for the available materials shipped to the project, schedules of labor force, and monitor the of quality of such during the progress of works;
• Assess, check, and approve the contractors’ activities, check and verify the completed work and make recommendations for progress payments to contractors;
• Define and document the construction procedures according to UNOPS specified quality assurance requirements in full consultation  with the project Manager;
• Identify, set the procedures, and check the contractors’ activities to ensure that the constructed works on site meet UNOPS Quality Control requirements;
• Identify and control any environmental risks that can affect the site or the neighboring domestic areas around the site;
• Ensure timely coordination between Contractors and UNOPS;
• Check that the agreed work by project team  or contractors has been completed satisfactorily and follow up on any deficiencies;
• Ensure effective implementation and compliance with security procedures, protocols, and controls to maintain the safety of the construction site' users and ensure that all project personnel are well briefed and well informed of the required procedures and protocols;
• Identify and manage risks so that maximum benefit to the stakeholders is achieved;
• Ensure that all expenditure comply with UNOPS Financial Rules and Regulations;
• Manage budgets, cash flow and obligations to ensure that deliverables are met and payments to contractors and personnel are received on time;
• Manage and remain accountable for expenditures against the budget (based on accurate financial reports);
• Generate periodic reports as per UNOPS Prince2 based project management requirements;

Perform other related duties as required by the Head of Programme.   

·          Advanced Degree from a recognized University in Civil or Architectural Engineering or a relevant field. A first-level university degree with additional two years of relevant combination of academic qualifications and extensive experience in construction may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree

·          A minimum of two years of relevant experience in civil engineering and/ or construction experience.

·          Fluency in both English and Arabic is required.

·          Prince2 Foundation, Price2 Practitioner or similar project management certification an asset.

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.