About the job Engineer: Restructures
JOB SUMMARY
To be the Restructures Engineer on concrete structures and steel structures and to be involved with supervision of the related works on the Lake Malawi Water Project
To be the first point-of-call for structural works on the project.
To provide Restructures Engineering functions on the bulk water supply pipelines projects and to serve as a link between management and operational areas to ensure that work is performed according to the stipulated requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Restructures is responsible for.
Restructures Engineering functions as outlined in FIDIC based contracts.
Working knowledge on bulk pipelines, Reinforced Concrete Construction
Move to and reside in Malawi, duration of the contract period (approx. 3 years)
Ensure compliance to all plans and specifications and identify all errors in plans
Oversee working of all engineering personnel and inspect all materials and assist to resolve all construction process and recommend improvement to all construction activities and ensure compliance to specifications and construction schedule and prepare all progress reports.
Resolve client and design engineer questions within required timeframe and help contractor
Review works of the Contractor and approve based on design specification and specified/standard quality processes
Monitor all proactive activities and installations of equipment.
Incumbent is expected to carry out site supervision of construction works for short and sometimes long durations on sites as follows:
Ensuring compliance with design/specifications and standards
Ensuring compliance with programme and all knowledge areas
Attending site meetings
Preparing reports
Issuing of Site Instructions (SIs)
Attending to Requests for Information (RFIs) from the contractor
Do any ad-hoc office or site duties as assigned by the Resident Engineer.
Engage in activities which contribute to personal CPD (Continuous Professional Development) and maintain professional accreditation.
Monitor all proactive activities and installations of equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
BEng (Civil) or BTech (Civil), registered with ECSA or any recognised bodies, as a Professional.
10 plus years as engineer on structural engineering (i.e. Reservoirs, Intake and Water Retaining Structures and Pump Stations) with min 8 years applicable design experience.
Knowledge, understanding and application of software Etabs, Prokon, MS Office ,MS Project and Drafting software
Understanding of quality management system ISO 9001
Legal knowledge of contracts and related laws
Knowledge of design compliance standards
Drivers Licence is essential
Salary Negotiable
Ready to travel and supervise other structural works on company projects sites
COMPETENCIES
Able to take decisions and demonstrate accountability and integrity.
Able to negotiate, influence and persuade stakeholders in projects to achieve positive solutions to any challenges which may arise.
Pay attention to details.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent planning and organising skills
Ability to lead and influence the team.
Ability to work under pressure
If you are not contacted as a short-listed candidate within 4 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as being unsuccessful.