Overview
The role involves leading the planning, design review, and implementation of civil, architectural, and infrastructure construction projects, providing technical oversight throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, design review, and implementation of civil, architectural, and infrastructure construction projects across multiple field locations in Beni, DRC.
- Provide technical oversight throughout the full project lifecycle, including feasibility assessments, design validation, procurement documentation, construction supervision, and project close-out.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and ensure effective allocation of tasks, monitoring technical performance and delivery timelines.
- Review engineering drawings, specifications, Bills of Quantities (BoQs), and tender documentation.
- Prepare and review structural calculations and technical specifications for reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, timber, and underground structures, ensuring compliance with applicable engineering standards and codes.
- Supervise contractors and consultants during project implementation, ensuring adherence to approved designs and contractual requirements.
- Establish and monitor quality assurance and quality control procedures, including site inspections.
- Conduct preliminary site investigations and surveys, including assessment of soil conditions, drainage systems, existing infrastructure, and other technical parameters required for project planning and implementation.
- Conduct environmental and engineering risk assessments, including baseline studies.
- Prepare material specifications and support inventory planning to ensure adequate availability of construction materials and technical supplies.
- Ensure compliance with environmental safeguards and sustainability principles in infrastructure development, including site drainage, building materials standards, structural safety compliance, and construction waste management.
- Perform other related duties as required in support of engineering operations and mission objectives.
- Support procurement and contract management processes by preparing technical inputs, cost estimates, and evaluation documentation.
- Monitor project progress, review contractor submissions, and verify interim payment certificates, variations, and completion documentation.
- Maintain comprehensive engineering records including inspection reports, test results, as-built drawings, and technical correspondence.
- Contribute to technical reporting, performance monitoring, and results-based management frameworks for infrastructure and environmental programmes.
- Provide technical guidance and capacity building to junior engineers, technical staff, and implementing partners.
- Brief senior management on engineering progress, operational risks, environmental compliance issues, and recommended corrective actions.
Required Experience
3 years Nationality Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment. Relevant experience 6 years
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in
- Infrastructure Engineering and Construction Management
- Building Design, Architectural Planning and Facilities Construction
- Environmental Management and Compliance
- Contract Administration and Construction Supervision
