Civil Engineer - Meheba

Description of task

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Project Manager or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the Civil Engineer will:

• Provide technical support to the UNDP Office in Lusaka to support procurement during construction tender evaluations;
• Oversee and supervise various infrastructure activities of contractors in the resettlement scheme, including construction and/or rehabilitation of buildings, roads and bridges, sanitation facilities, communal spaces, and other sites and ensure quality control;
• Ensure environmental preservation measures are taken seriously in the implementation of infrastructure activities;
• Prepare regular site inspection reports and minutes;
• Perform any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Bachelor degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering disciplines with courses in physical planning, roads design, construction management, infrastructure development or any other related subjects.

Required experience: 36 Months Experience remark:

• At least 3 years of progressively responsible functions in road construction, site planning or a related field.

Language skills:

• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent

Area of expertise: Civil engineering and construction supervision Area of expertise details:

• Registered with the Engineering institution of Zambia;
• Good understanding and proven experience in site planning strategies and design and ability to achieve quality results, on time and within available resources;
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in AutoCAD, various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
• Ability towards analytical and creative thinking for rapid solutions;
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
• Sound security awareness;
• Have affinity with or interest in human security issues and inclusive development; volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development; and the UN System.

Competencies values:

Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Building Trust, Client Orientation, Commitment and Motivation, Communication, Creativity, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Knowledge Sharing, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Self-Management, Technological Awareness, Working in Teams