CfA 23-10/26 Field Engineer, Solidarity Fund

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Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Field Engineer Consultant will be responsible and accountable for supporting the planning and implementation of engineering, construction and infrastructure-related activities.

The Consultant will undertake site assessments; prepare and review technical designs, specifications, Bills of Quantities and other technical documentation; provide technical support to procurement and tendering processes; monitor and supervise construction and rehabilitation works; support quality assurance and quality control; and coordinate with contractors, consultants, suppliers, relevant authorities and other technical stakeholders.

The Consultant will ensure that assigned works are implemented in accordance with approved technical documentation, contractual requirements, applicable technical standards and regulations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, approved project budgets and schedules, and relevant IOM rules and procedures.

• University degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience.

• Successful completion of the Professional Engineering Exam is a mandatory requirement.

• Proven professional experience in project design and in a civil engineering or civil construction related field.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the planning, organization, monitoring and enforcement of safe work practices and procedures, with strong knowledge of BiH regulations within the construction sector.

• Working knowledge and experience with project planning and implementation, including knowledge of all phases of a construction project.

• Demonstrated experience in the supervision, construction, rehabilitation, or maintenance of water supply, wastewater, drainage, environmental, utility, or other public infrastructure projects is considered an advantage.

• Experience in the preparation of tender documentation and ability to participate in and support the tendering and procurement process.

• Knowledge of construction project planning, implementation and site supervision.

• Knowledge of procurement and tendering procedures in line with organizational rules.

• Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimation and preparation of Bills of Quantities (BoQ).

• Familiarity with water supply, wastewater, drainage, utility, environmental, or municipal infrastructure systems is an advantage.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of AutoCAD or similar engineering software is an asset.

• Knowledge of contract management and coordination with contractors and suppliers.

• Knowledge of quality assurance, regulatory compliance and construction standards.

• Driving licence: B category and five years of active driving experience.

For this consultancy, fluency in English and one of the official languages in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian) is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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