South Sudan: Construction Supervisor

Position Title: Construction Supervisor

Duty Station: South Sudan

Classifications: Appointment for Performance for Work (APW)

Type of Duration: Special short term

Six Months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As Soon as Possible

Closing Date: 15^th March 2016

Reference Code: MNCH2016/APW Engineer

Project Description:

WHO with funding from the Department of Foreign Affairs Trade and Development (DFATD) is providing support to the Ministry of Health south Sudan in reducing maternal and neonatal mortality by building maternal waiting homes maternity complexes (theatre and labour ward), providing technical, operational and organizational capacity to help high risk mothers stay in accessible locations as waiting home until the expected dates of deliveries.

Since then considerable progress have been made with completion of maternity complex in Bor (Jonglei State), Wau (Maternal Waiting Home & Maternity Complex) and Yambio (Maternal waiting Home & Theatre); thereby completing the first phase of the project. The second phase of the project has begun with the remaining constructions in Aweil, Torit and Kwajork.

In congruent with this WHO is seeking application from qualified local contractor for the position of site engineer to supervise the construction works in each of the above state hubs.

Scope of Work, Responsibilities andDeliverable

The Construction Supervisor will regularly travel throughout the Country of Service for the Supervision of works as instructed by the MCH Programme Officer.

Latest construction management principles are to be implemented that will ensure the constructions works are completed on time, within budget and the required quality is achieved

Any delays or cost overruns that can either be prevented or mitigated are to be quickly reported and suggested acceptable solutions to be implemented;

Close monitoring and on-site supervision of works is to be undertaken, including the contract administration for the works, technical advice and assistance to contracted companies and labour;

Measurement and recommendation for payment is to be given for completed works;

Provide training to national personnel and contractor’s personnel and advise on good construction practices;

Advise on good environmental practices and controls during construction and mitigate environmental impacts of the works;

Advise on correct safety standards and create awareness amongst contracted firms and Construction Supervisors of their responsibilities to the public and work associates.

Reporting: The Construction Supervisor will report directly to the Project Manager

Quantity Surveyor’s role:

1.1 To undertake cost analysis for building project work;

1.2 To assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertaking feasibility studies;

1.3 To perform risk analysis, value management and cost control;

1.4 To identify, analyze and develop responses to commercial risks;

1.5 To provide advice on contractual claims;

1.6 To analyze outcomes and writing detailed progress reports;

1.7 To value completed work and arranging payments;

1.8 To understand the implications of health and safety regulations.

Construction Supervisor’s role:

2.1 The specific objectives of this Technical Assistance assignment are to carry out the Civil Works Supervision in full compliance with the relevant international construction standard adapted to South Sudan environment:

2.2 To give the MCH program adequate support and strength in monitoring the implementation of the Contract for the Civil Works and Supplies for the 3 working sites.

2.3 To assure that the Civil Works are done in compliance with the relevant State territorial arrangement acts.

2.4 To assure that the relevant documentation is prepared and provided to the MCH Program management.

2.6 To assure that using permit for the ready built structures is issued by the responsible authorities.

2.7 To advise on the maintenance costs of specific buildings.

2.8 To produce a comprehensive report of other constructions undertaken

2.9 To carry out any other task related to the Direction and Supervision of the works as may be requested by the PIU

Required Deliverable

3.1 Advice on Approved Detailed Programme drafted by the contracted company for the Civil Works for each and other site;

3.2 Civil Works executed according to the approved programme/time-schedule

3.3 Approved Working Drawings prepared by the Contractor for the Works according to the Tender Dossier;

Functional Competencies:

· Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills, ability to work in a team;

· Excellent analytical skills and the capacity to comprehend technical and strategic documentation, interpret and read architecture drawings

· Openness to change and ability to receive/integrate feedback;

· Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations, and to meet tight deadlines;

· Strong analytical, reporting and writing abilities;

· Capacity to establish and maintain excellent relationships with key partners;

· presentation skills;

· Good computer skills.

Required Qualifications

Education

University degree in the above field with four years of relevant professional experience required.

Master degree in Engineering is an advantage

Experience

At least four years of experience in construction engineering

Field experience in construction of hospitals and other health facilities for rural areas in the context of projects/programmes supported by UN agencies, international or national NGOs or the private sector in developing countries or countries with economies in transition. Working Experience in at least 1 such project in South Sudan is required;

Knowledge and experience in the preparation of technical communications is desirable;

Experience in working with national Ministries and partners in developing/reviewing plans and monitoring of constructions standards is desirable

Language:

· Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English.

Travel:

· Juba Base with extensive travel to other project sites

Fees:

· The incumbent will receive lump sum monthly rate of his/her all-inclusive daily rate.

Application (CV & Cover letter) should be sent by email to denaries@who.int with copy to gargarm@who.int& pauls@who.int . The subject heading of your email should read: APW construction Supervisor with the above reference code