Lead Civil Engineer (Health Infrastructure)

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Last update: Dec 6, 2024 Last update: Dec 6, 2024

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Deadline: Dec 19, 2024 Deadline for applications has passed

Location: Barbados

Barbados

Organization:United Nations Office for Project Services (HQ)

Sectors:

Civil Engineering, Programme & Resource Management

Job type:Contract, 12 months +

Languages:

English

Work experience:Min 5 years

Date posted: Dec 5, 2024

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Description

Dutystation: Bridgetown, Barbados

Functional responsibilities

2. Purpose and scope of assignment.
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Manager, the Lead Civil Engineer (Health Infrastructure) is responsible for the overall planning, design, construction, and management of healthcare infrastructure within the project. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of healthcare facilities needs, engineering principles, construction management, and best practices for ensuring safe, functional, and sustainable healthcare environments. The Lead Civil Engineer (Health Infrastructure) will work closely with the project team, local authorities, and community stakeholders to ensure the sucessful implementation of the project.

Key Responsibilities:

Needs Assessment and Planning

Construction management
Maintenance and operations
Community engagement
Reporting and documentation
Knowledge management
Personnel Management.

Knowledge Management

3. Progress Monitoring and Control:

Key results have an impact on the efficiency of the unit. Proper information entry, report submission, and client focus define UNOPS's ability as a first-class service provider, contributing to the development of the country.

To access the full list of roles, functions and responsibilities, please download the terms of references attached to the announcement

Education/Experience/Language requirements

a.Education

Advanced University Degree (equivalent to a Master's or similar) is required, preferably in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Public Health Engineering, or a related field.
Bachelor's Degree: A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of progressively relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
Project Management certification (e.g. PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner) is desirable.

***Please upload your academic diplomas or academic certifications to your application***

b. Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience (or more based on academic merit) is required in the planning, design, construction, and/or management of healthcare facilities.
Expertise in infrastructure works relating to installation of biomedical equipment is highly desirable.
Proven experience in managing complex infrastructure projects is an asset.
Experience in project management is desirable.
Experience of successfully working with a variety of health sector stakeholders, particularly governments and development partners including UN organizations is an asset.
Experience working in developing countries is an asset.
Experience working with large global donors such as the World Bank, EU and IDB is an advantage.
Previous work experience in advising government and official bodies is desirable.

c. Languages

Fluency in written, reading and oral English is required
Fluency in Spanish is an asset.
Fluency in another UN language would be an asset.

d. Job Requirements

The position requires the ability to prepare reports using IT tools such as Google Sheets and Google Docs.
It is required to prepare progress reports of assigned projects using Google Slides and to make presentations both in person and virtually by videoconference.
The position requires telephone and face-to-face contact with various people related to the projects.
It is required to plan, develop and deliver training to project collaborators in person and/or by videoconference.
It is required to make field trips to health infrastructure works, including travel to the works and construction site.

e. Cover Letter
While your resume shows your skills, experience and training, we are also eager to learn more about your interests and motivations. Therefore, we invite you to upload a cover letter along with your application for the position. Remember to share in the letter your motivation to join the UNOPS team in the advertised position, your interests and skills. Additionally we would like to know your perspective on the UN Values: Inclusion, Integrity, Humility and Humanity. For more information on the UN Values, see the UN Values and Behaviors Framework document.