Civil Engineer

Overview

Provide civil engineering support for UNOPS-managed facilities in Gaza, ensuring their sustainability, functionality, and safety through design, planning, and execution of civil works.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments and identify civil works, maintenance, and repair needs.
• Prepare technical assessment reports, including scope of work, feasibility analysis, and cost estimates.
• Develop Bills of Quantities (BoQs), technical specifications, and detailed cost estimates.
• Ensure engineering designs and works comply with applicable standards, safety requirements, and local regulations.
• Provide technical support during procurement and tendering processes.
• Supervise contractors and service providers.
• Conduct quality assurance and inspection activities.
• Monitor project progress and prepare reports.
• Identify implementation challenges and provide recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, environmental requirements, and UN safety protocols.
• Promote and enforce occupational health and safety standards.

Required Experience

A minimum of two (or less depending on academic credentials) years of relevant professional civil engineering experience is required. Strong computer skills and advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required. Experience in civil works design and construction, supervision and/or implementation of buildings construction and reconstruction for construction projects is required. Knowledge of a CAD software is required. Advanced working knowledge of google forms is an asset. Project Management knowledge & skills are an asset. Familiarity with FIDIC Contracts is desirable.

Qualifications

A First level university degree (e.g., Bachelor's) in Civil Engineering or related field is required. A master's degree in Cilvil Engineering or related field will be an asset.

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