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The Project Engineer is responsible for the management oversight and supervision of field construction staff ensuring that quality assurance and quality control of all on-going construction activities are in accordance with the approved design drawings, specification, and construction procedures and guidelines complies to CRS handbook.

Primary Functions:

Management oversight and supervision of field construction staff, project controls, quality assurance & quality control, and contract services in relation to construction activities of the project.

Job Responsibilities:

Assessment
• Implement technical and structural assessment procedures for yellow house, red houses and community infrastructure projects.
• Prepare technical assessment reports and detailed cost estimates and unit prices for technical standards to support overall program decision-making.

Program Design
• Implement program methods and operational plans in accordance with the agreed construction strategy.
• Ensure that all construction activities are developed in coordination with other sector teams, as appropriate.
• Implement appropriate design, construction and monitoring methods in accordance with CRS construction reference guidelines
• Ensure that all CRS construction programs comply with relevant local, national and international standards and regulations, and reflect industry standards and agency best practices.

Project Management and Implementation
• Implement and oversee construction programming, including technical assessments and participate in the project development and design review process.
• Manage field staff, and collaborate with partners and communities, in developing and implementing projects.
• Participate in the logistics process for materials and equipment required by the construction program.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards for all projects, in keeping with internationally agreed best practices or as otherwise outlined in CRS construction reference guidelines.

Information and Co-ordination
• Prepare project reports such as weekly & monthly report as required by CRS, relevant Government coordination bodies, external donors, and other interested parties.
• Provide project documents, operation plans, program schedules and budgets as required.
• Provide regular updates on progress, priorities and constraints – verbally and in writing to the Construction Manager
• Represent CRS in discussions or meetings with local government and partners as directed by the Construction Manager.
• Train and brief CRS Field Engineers, CRRP animators/Project Officers, Community Bosses and Contractor’s Supervisor on construction related issues.





Emergency Competencies:

Each CRS staff member working in emergencies is expected to use the following competencies to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.

• Communicates strategically under pressure
• Manages stress and complexity
• Actively promotes safety and security
• Manages and implements high-quality emergency programs

• Degree or similar professional qualification in Structural/Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related technical field.
• A minimum of five (5) years design and/or construction experience, including site supervision and contract management
• Highly knowledgeable in appropriate construction administration systems and procedures, in particular control of works and financial management.
• A proven track record in managing a team of professional technical personnel.
• An awareness of local construction technologies and materials.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Fluency in English (both oral and written skills) is a must.
• Self-reliance and an ability to work in a challenging and demanding environment with less supervision.

Interested candidates should send their curriculum vitae with a cover letter, and copy of certificates with the mention of EC-PE-0312