Construction Engineer

UN Children's Fund - UNICEF

Volunteer Closes 13 Oct 2026 13 days left

Overview

The UNV Construction Engineer will contribute to the strengthening of the Construction Unit of the Supply section of UNICEF South Sudan, assisting in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and quality assurance of construction and rehabilitation projects.


Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and quality assurance of construction and rehabilitation projects.
  • Review design documents and ensure accurate information, database, and measurements.
  • Review consultancy firm submitted technical documents or prepare construction technical documents.
  • Lead pre bid meeting and participate in tender evaluation.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor project progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
  • Collaborate with project team members to ensure timely and effective project implementation.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community members.
  • Coordinate with contractors and consultancy firms, get weekly progress, compile, and disseminate.
  • Participate in project meetings and workshops.
  • Support capacity-building activities for contractors and consultancy firms.
  • Support the supply section in bid evaluations for construction tender bits.
  • Conduct regular construction project sites inspection.
Required Experience

At least 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience in pre-tender activities such as preparation of TOR, BOQ preparation, construction technical specifications, construction drawing preparation, field construction supervision, contractors technical evaluation after the completion of degree.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture

Other Details
Languages Required
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
12 months (with possibility of extension)
Work Modality
Onsite
Remuneration
Not specified
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