Project Engineer ( Subject to the availability of funds ) Bekaa & South

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design:

Define the reference standards to be adopted in the planned infrastructure works

Define the materials and construction tests needed to complete the works as per standards and norms

Develop specifications, drawings, and Bill of Quantities (BoQ’s) Interpret field and laboratory results

Design or supervise the design of systems, processes, or equipment for control, management, or remediation of water, waste water, air, or soil quality

Develop, implement, or manage plans or programs related to conservation or management of natural resources

Assist in proposals for WASH, infrastructure and livelihood projects.

Complete technical project documentation including calculations, BOQ’s, specifications, quality plans, method statements and drawings

Sound proposal solutions responding to needs as assessed

Implementation:

Conduct technical assessments and data analysis

Develop and continually update Detailed Implementation Plans (DIPs) for the delivery of the project.

Validate program of works and method statements submitted by contractors and suppliers

Prepare the construction work schedule and method statement for directly implemented projects.

Provide overall follow up and supervision of the engineering and construction works related to the project and provide certification reports

Supervise and manage the project construction staff and coordinate with project supervision officer

Provide technical expertise related to the planned infrastructure works carried out by the project

Track activity expenses; ensure that appropriate action is taken in a timely fashion

Check payments raised by contractors and suppliers and submit to finance.

Quality Infrastructure is implemented within the planned project timeframe and budget.

Correct payment orders

Information Management / Reporting:

Prepare a daily report and keep track of the daily progress of works.      

Ensure that all infrastructure data is well managed and provides an accurate representation of the reality on the ground.

Validate the accuracy of the data, and the quality of the Infrastructure interventions.

Submit regular reports to the Project Manager.

Study and negotiate change orders and approve them when completed

Coordinate the works between consultant, contractor and client

Communicate effectively with stakeholders

Testing:

Confirm and validate water tests for sources: wells, tanks, trucks, springs,…

Witness, approve or reject all concrete, hydraulic, control tests done on site or laboratories

Deliverables are as per specifications and acceptable

Other Duties as required:

Responsible for day to day security management

Abide by the security procedures and policies and report any breaches

Participate in personal safety training as required

Be aware of emergency procedures in a response

Attend and participate in capacity building trainings locally and internationally, if any.

Attend and participate in WVL’s spiritual nurture events and

Perform other relevant tasks as assigned

Ensure personal safety and the safety of the field team.

Be an active member of World Vision staff

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Minimum education, training and experience requirements to qualify for the position:

Bachelor Degree in Civil, Industrial, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering

4-6 Years of experience in a similar supervisory and design position for WASH and infrastructure works including concrete works.

Experience in rehabilitation of buildings is plus.

Detail-oriented personality

Independent, Self-Starter and creative and able to work without supervision

Strong English and Arabic communication skills (oral and written)

Ability to travel across the country regularly for training, assessment, regular monitoring and evaluation

A high level of diplomacy and networking skills is required.

Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina

Ability to work in and contribute to team building environment

Ability to maintain performance expectations in psychologically stressful environments and physical hardship conditions with limited resources

Ability to use a computer, with word-processing and spreadsheets, (e.g. Microsoft Office)

Ability to use AutoCad and preferably ArcGIS

Experience working collaboratively in a team

Experience in infrastructure works, and in coordinating activities with partners and facilitating capacity building

Experience in NGOs, preferably in implementing programs in any field related to water or sanitation: involving assessments, design, planning, implementation, budgeting, reporting, and evaluation and monitoring

A full commitment to World Vision’s core values and mission statement.

Full adherence to World Vision Lebanon Child Protection, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies

Full adherence to security protocols

License, registration, or certification required to perform this position:

Member in Lebanese Order of Engineers and Architects

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Experience in site construction management, preferably related to water canals and roads construction.

Experience in project monitoring, reporting and accounting.

Excellent working knowledge of IT technologies (Construction management software, computer engineering design software-AutoCad, GIS..) and office computer applications (Ms Office)

Experienced in community mobilization and the ability to manage meetings with community leader’s, government officials, NGOs and other stakeholders (ensuring gender balance in participation). Interpersonal skills and cross-cultural sensitivity.

Work Environment:

50% field work, 50% office based