Civil Engineer/brt (Lebanese Nationals Only)

**Please note: This is a local position. Only Lebanese citizens are eligible to apply.** Assignment The Civil Engineer is in charge of providing technical oversight and instruction in the field for upgrading basic services and housing conditions in urban neighborhoods, drafting technical project documents, and ensuring the targets set by the Program Manager are met according to the set timeframe.  Functions To ensure the adequate implementation of small to medium scale civil works/infrastructure construction in the target areas as well as developing projects related to improving basic services as per technical standards and project objectives. Duties and responsibilities include: Review of project plans and technical documents prior to implementation to ensure feasibility and accuracy of inputs required (in terms of quality and quantity); Contribute to the preparation of tender documents and evaluation of technical criteria in tender bids; Daily supervision of construction site and work of ACTED contractor, complete daily report on construction progress, quantities delivered to the site, site conditions, photo documentation; Prepare weekly report on construction progress and any challenges/delays in workplan; Qualifications Educational background in civil engineering or strong experience in site supervision of electrical, plumbing and/or civil works. Experience working on small to medium scale construction projects through contractors; Strong communication, inter-personal skills, and diplomacy; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; Ability to draft detailed and accurate reports in a timely manner; Highly motivated and with a desire to work with vulnerable local communities; Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people; Spoken Arabic is required. Spoken and written English is strongly preferred. Spoken French is an asset. Working knowledge of computers using MS Word and Excel among other packages. Communicate effectively through email and use of internet.