Engineer

Opportunity Information

The Role

WFP seeks an Engineer in Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan, to provide professional engineering and construction management services for the HRF facility, upgrade works at BNP Facilitation Centers and related infrastructure works, on an 8-month service contract.

•Act as WFP's site representative for all construction activities at the HRF site •Supervise day-to-day site operations and monitor contractor performance •Ensure construction works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, BOQs, and contract requirements •Monitor compliance with approved construction methodologies and work schedules •Verify quantities and quality of works executed on site •Review and inspect construction materials before incorporation into works •Monitor contractor manpower, equipment, and resource deployment •Ensure proper execution of civil, structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and infrastructure works •Coordinate resolution of technical issues arising during construction •Implement and monitor quality assurance and quality control procedures •Conduct routine inspections of ongoing works •Verify material testing and laboratory reports •Witness field tests and commissioning activities •Ensure compliance with approved technical specifications and international engineering standards •Identify non-conforming works and initiate corrective actions •Maintain inspection records, quality checklists, and testing documentation •Review and verify contractors' quality control plans •Monitor compliance with contractual obligations •Review contractor work programs and progress schedules •Assess claims, variation orders, and extension-of-time requests •Verify interim payment certificates and contractor invoices •Maintain comprehensive records of site instructions and correspondence •Support preparation of contract administration reports •Review and verify contractors' interim payment applications, running bills, and final accounts against actual progress achieved on site •Measure and certify completed works and verify quantities for payment purposes in accordance with approved BOQs, drawings, and contract provisions •Prepare and recommend Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs) and Final Payment Certificates for approval •Verify supporting documentation, material invoices, test reports, inspection records, and other records required for payment certification •Ensure that all certified payments accurately reflect completed works, approved variations, contractual deductions, retention amounts, and applicable taxes •Support reconciliation of contract quantities and preparation of final account statements •Monitor physical and financial progress of projects against approved schedules •Identify implementation challenges, risks, and delays •Recommend corrective measures and mitigation plans •Prepare weekly, monthly, and ad hoc progress reports •Maintain project monitoring and tracking tools •Support project planning, scheduling, and forecasting activities •Monitor compliance with WFP safety standards, environmental requirements, and applicable national regulations •Ensure contractors implement approved Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) plans •Conduct routine site safety inspections •Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) •Report and investigate accidents, incidents, and near-miss events •Monitor implementation of environmental mitigation measures •Promote a culture of safety and compliance at project sites •Conduct technical assessments of BNP facilities across Gilgit-Baltistan •Prepare condition assessment reports and maintenance recommendations •Supervise rehabilitation, upgrade, repair, and maintenance works at BNP facilities •Develop scope of works, technical specifications, BOQs, and cost estimates for BNP-related interventions •Monitor implementation of maintenance contracts and works •Ensure that facilities remain fit for operational requirements and comply with WFP standards •Maintain complete project records and documentation •Prepare site inspection reports, progress reports, and technical assessments •Maintain photographic documentation of project progress •Review and verify as-built drawings and project closeout documentation •Ensure proper filing and management of engineering records •Support project completion, handover, and closeout activities •Coordinate with contractors, consultants, WFP internal Stakeholders, government authorities, and implementing partners •Participate in technical meetings and site coordination meetings •Support visits by WFP management, donors, and stakeholders •Liaise with local authorities and service providers as required •Facilitate effective communication among project stakeholders •QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: •Education: •Advanced university degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline. Hold, or be eligible for, accreditation as a Professional Engineer/ Chartered Engineer, or recognised equivalent by an appropriate regulatory authority. or first level university degree with additional 2 years of managerial experience

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