Engineer – Wash Expert

The Swiss Cooperation Strategy Middle East 2015-2018 has defined the Water Sector as one of the three pillars of intervention. Thus, the Swiss Cooperation Programme office Beirut will contribute to an improved access to water and sanitation services in Lebanon at the central and regional level through different modalities. One of these being the direct action in the Bekaa Valley. The project will be implemented over three years with a close collaboration with the Bekaa Water Establishment (BWE).  SDC’s approach to enhance resilient, sustainable, and conflict sensitive water management builds up on four principal lines of intervention: Support of BWE in its daily operations with regard to integrated and sustainable management of water resources. Contribution to more equitable access to drinking water for Lebanese host communities and Syrian refugees. Support to managing Waste Water Treatment Plants in an effective and environmentally sound manner. Contribute to improved water quality and safe drinking water in the Bekaa Valley. Especially point 2, 3, and 4 include: interventions operating, building, and rehabilitating water, and wastewater related infrastructure. A local team is being recruited to implement the activities of the project and will be based in Zahle SDC office. SDC is seeking a Lebanese Rural/Environmental/Civil Engineer with strong technical knowledge and intensive experience in the Water and Wastewater sector including planning, implementing, operation and maintenance. A good knowledge of the context and the stakeholders  in the Bekaa valley is an asset. Tasks include but are not limited to: Assist the Swiss experts in the following issues: Project preparation and implementation Assist in conducting technical assessments with regard to the different parts of the project Collaborate with the Swiss Experts and Bekaa Water Establishment in the development of the project implementation strategy/methodology, and ensure project implementation is carried out accordingly Identify potential engineering firms and select the most suitable firm for design, BOQ and drafting of tendering documents If necessary, prepare tender documents, drawings, establish complete bill of quantities, assist in the tendering process Ensure compliance of technical documents with all local by-laws and the relevant planning and building standards in order to obtain all necessary approvals and permits to allow for a successful project implementation Check project and working documents prior to implementation for technical aspects and smooth implementation procedures Prepare working contract, including bank guarantees, for the contractor and for the engineer based on FIDIC contracts Elaborate work plans Manage transparently end effectively the contractors and/or consultants SDC hires to design/execute rehabilitation works Monitor the work of  the local contractors selected to implement the planned work  including site supervision/quality survey/quantity survey Establish project plans in the necessary scale Ensure the overall project implementation as per national standards, donor agreement and SDC guidelines and agreed implementation strategy Contribute to budget forecast and follow up in collaboration with the finance department, according to SDC procedures Ensure procurement orders are timely placed and communicated to the procurement department, according to SDC procedures Carry out further tasks as instructed by her/his supervisor. Reporting and Site Correspondence: S/he shall report directly to the Swiss expert in charge of the project. S/he shall also cooperate with SDC Program Officer at SDC Cooperation Office in Beirut Maintain site records of completed works Attend regular site meetings with contractors and other third parties as needed Maintain records of the contractors’ activities, plant and labor Prepare, dispatch, and receive site correspondence Maintain a filing system Develop and prepare progress reports (monthly bases)  Competencies Highly motivated Open minded and interested in the humanitarian context with strong ability in CSPM and PPP Excellent diplomatic and communication skills as well as team spirit Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and accurately Willingness to work long hours during periods of peak work Good reporting skills Priority will be given to applicants residing in the Bekaa Valley Willing to travel regularly to the project sites and to SDC office in Beirut Mobile with a valid driver’s license    Education and Knowledge: University degree in the field of rural engineering, environmental or hydraulic engineering, agriculture engineering civil engineering or similar related fields Experience in M&O, construction, rehabilitation of water and wastewater related infrastructure Experience and knowledge of institutional, legal and environmental aspects related to water supply and wastewater treatment Good understanding of the context affecting the water sector in Lebanon and particularly in Bekaa Demonstrate working experience in similar context Computers: Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet Languages: Arabic, English: fluent. French is an asset       Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Experience required:  8 to 10 years ‘ experience in planning, designing, construction and rehabilitation of water and wastewater systems, (including electro-mechanical aspects), Operation and Maintenance of Water Supply and Wastewater treatment plant, Water Metering Previous work with national and international agencies and with Water Authorities Solid experience in supervising contractors and ensuring quality of work.    Period: The planned duration for the assignment is 12 months, extendable until the end of the project (30.03.2019). Salary: SDC Salary grid Submission guidelines: An updated CV (in English) with at least 3 professional references and their full contacts (name, organization/company, position, telephone number, email address) plus a Motivation letter (in English) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Timeline for shortlisted candidates: Written test: from 27 June 2016, Interviews: from 18 July 2016 Cover letter required? Yes CONTACT INFORMATION Email: beirut@sdc.net