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Position Title: SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER,Jobs Vacancy in Uganda,
Reports to :the Project Manager
Organization:Uganda National Roads Authority
Job Type : Full-time Employment
Duration of Contract: Forty Eight (48) months only.
Closing date: 20th June 2014
Brief Company Profile:
THE UPGRADING OF TIRINYI – PALLISA – KUMI AND PALLISA – KAMONKOLI ROAD
PROJECT
Government of the Republic of Uganda has received funds from the Islamic
Development Bank (IDB) towards the upgrading of Tirinyi – Pallisa – Kumi and
Pallisa – Kamonkoli Road
Project. A Project Management Unit
(PMU) is to be established to ensure that the Project is
implemented according to the agreed terms and conditions. On this basis,
Uganda National
Roads Authority (UNRA) being the delegated executing agent of the projects,
now invites
applications from suitably qualified individuals to fill the following
positions based on the
specifications indicated above:
Scope of the Position:
The holder of this position is part of the team responsible for processing,
from feasibility to completion, of the infrastructure projects.
Regular external liaison with and negotiation with Government departments
and agencies, funding agencies, consultants and contractors is required in
addition to day-to-day liaison with other stakeholders.
The performance of the post holder is reflected in the quality of project
documentation, the timely delivery of each project stage and the quality and
fitness or purpose of the finished works.
Position relationships
Key duties &responsibilities
1. Prepares and updates implementation schedules for the project;
2. Reviews and comments on project progress reports submitted by the
consultant;
3. Participates in the procurement of the services of consultants,
specialists and contractors for the project in accordance with PPD or funding
agency requirements;
4. Submits reports on progress of the projects to the executing agency and
/ or the funding agency as required;
5. Checks the land or property acquisition requirements of the project as
submitted by the Consultant;
6. In liaison with the Environmental Specialists, assists in identifying
potential environmental concerns of the project and evolve necessary measures
to minimize their negative impact on the project.;
7. Critically reviews contractor’s detailed work plans and associated
traffic control measures;
8. In liaison with the Project Manager, ensures a pro-active approach in
advising road users of forthcoming traffic diversions and disruptions;
9. Monitors the physical and financial progress of the project and identifies
measures to overcome delays and or cost over-runs;
10.Monitors variation orders and claims situations and advise on mitigation
measures including contractual issues that require client resolution;
11.Participates in project related meetings as necessary and ensures
attendance of key decision makers and stakeholders at monthly construction
stage site progress meetings;
12.Ensures adequate cost, quality and time control measures on the project;
13.Ensures that interim certificates and invoices are timely approved in
accordance with the terms of the contracts;
14.Creates, builds and maintains a project/contract file, keeps all
contract management records and close file on completion of all contract
obligations
15.Prepares monthly and ad hoc reports as required;
16.Performs such other related duties as assigned by the supervisor from
time to time.
Person Specification
The applicant must be a registered Engineer with a Honours Degree in Civil
Engineering. Post graduate qualification in Project Management or Civil
Engineering related field is an added advantage.
At least ten (10) years’ experience in the road sector including
preparation, feasibility, design and implementation of road development and
maintenance projects are also required. Knowledge of road planning and design
processes as well as preparation of specifications and procurement is
essential.
Closing date: 20th June 2014
Mode of Application:
(i) A capability statement detailing the applicant’s general
qualifications, adequacy for the post and illustrated personal experience. (the
applicant must endorse on each copy of the submitted (This will not be
applicable to the position of the Driver)
(ii) Copies of testimonials (the applicant must endorse on each copy of the
submitted
testimonials);
(iii) Detailed curriculum vitae duly signed by the applicant on each and
every page and showing previous positions held;
(iv) Current salary;
(v) Three referees; and
(vi) Postal addresses and day telephone contacts of applicant should be submitted
to:
The Ag. Executive Director
Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA)
Plot 5, Lourdel Road
P.O. Box 28487
Kampala, Uganda.
To reach him not later than 20th June 2014 at 17.00 hours. Only
short-listed candidates
will be contacted.
Canvassing or lobbying by applicants or their representatives will lead to
disqualification.
