Electrical Engineer (Retainer) At CTG (Committed To Good)

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CTG Overview

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

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Overview of Position

Background information (client specific):

Our client supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian & development projects around the world. The mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations (UN), governments & other partners to manage projects, infrastructure & procurement in a sustainable & efficient manner. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our clients vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing its partners’ expectations.
With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, our client offers its partners the logistical, technical & management knowledge they need, wherever they need it. A flexible structure & global reach means that the organization can quickly respond to partners’ needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale. Our client in Somalia is a good example of where they ae increasingly involved in complex implementation in areas of peace & security with multi million dollar projects to support police development & justice involving countless stakeholders in a hugely complex & politically charged environment.

Background information Somalia Country Office (SOCO)

Somalia is amid major new political & security developments that will offer a greater possibility for peace & security than the country has seen in over 20 years. The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), established in 2012 & international community have driven a process of rebuilding of functioning government institutions & processes through Somalia’s peacebuilding & state building priorities under the Somali compact (2013 – 2016), based on the Busan “new deal for engagement in fragile states” agreement. The Somalia national development plan (2017 – 2019), builds on this foundation laid by the compact & sets the priorities for national recovery & development in full collaboration with national & regional governments. A landmark electoral process in late 2016 & early 2017 resulted in a peaceful transfer of power to a new President & government, in place since February & March 2017 respectively. The government has set out an ambitious agenda for its term (the period to 2021). At the London Somalia conference in May 2017, a security pact was agreed by Somalia & the international community, which will allow for sustainable, long term security based on mutual accountability.
Our clients Somalia Country Office also referred to as SOCO is largely focused on assisting partners with the implementation of physical infrastructure projects including construction & rehabilitation of rule of law infrastructure, transport infrastructure (roads, airports) & public administration infrastructure. Our client also plays a leading role in supporting the FGS in the implementation of various donor funded projects & programs.

Background information (job specific):

Construction of a medical facility & vehicle maintenance workshop, 14 October Brigade & Bulle Burde Camp, Somalia & construction of interlocked paved roads at the General Dhagabadan Training Centre (GDTC) under the support to the Somalia National Army phase III projects which our client will implement. This is a military training facility located on the outskirts of Mogadishu.
The Electrical Engineer (Retainer) is responsible for providing on demand site supervision support in electrical engineering, depending on the needs of the project under the guidance & supervision of the Project Manager.

Role Objectives

Under the overall supervision of the Project Manager, the Electrical Engineer (Retainer) is required to perform the following specific duties & responsibilities ensuring their effectiveness, transparency & integrity:

Coordination, delivery & performance:

Responsible for providing on demand site supervision support in electrical engineering, depending on the need of the project, the progress of the construction site & the type of activities being implemented.
In coordination with the other retainers & local Construction Supervisors, assess & evaluate the electrical system of existing facilities, identify existing electricity related problems & suggest appropriate solutions in consultation with the Project Engineer & the Project Manager.
Support in the supervision of the implementation of works & monitor the progress of the electrical related works according to contract schedules, specifications & project plans.
Review requests for clarifications from the contractor & on site conditions, related to electrical works & provide clarifications, instructions & / or technical solutions.
When required, develop electrical design drawings & specifications as per our clients standards, local & international practices & codes.
Support the project team in the review of the documents provided by the contractor, such as shop drawings & any other related matter related to the electrical works.
Support the project team in the verification of the undertaken measurements & quantities for executed electrical works reflected in the contractor payment requests.
Support the project team to ensure the strict implementation of quality assurance & quality control standards & procedures on sites & report regularly to the Project Engineer.
Assist in preparing progress reports on construction activities for electrical activities, based on specific demands by the Project Engineer.
Support in the implementation of health, safety, social & environmental measures related to electrical works at the project sites.
Is responsible for abiding by security policies, administrative instructions, plans & procedures of the UN security management system & our client.
Supervise & report on the commissioning & testing of electrical works.
Research & prepare operational & maintenance plans for all electrical equipment installed.
Perform other related duties as the Project Engineer & the Senior Project Manager may be assigned.
Facilitates liaising with clients, subcontractors & other professional staff.

Governance, monitoring & reporting:

Checks contractors set out & works, including compliance with contract specifications, drawings, BoQs & ensures that contractor complies with his work plan to complete work within the specified timeframe.
Provides support & guidance to the contractor & assists in resolving site problems, as necessary in coordination with the designated Project Manager.
Attends the project site daily to monitor the progress of works, identifies the existing problems & provides appropriate technical solutions through the application of sound engineering standards in consultation with the designated Project Manager.
Prepares bid documentation & participates in the bids’ analysis & evaluation.
Evaluate & assess work schedule, including the comparison with the schedule baseline & report to the designated Project Manager accordingly.
Checks all laboratory reports, operation, maintenance manuals, keeps records & reports to the designated Project Manager accordingly.
Assists in reviewing material & equipment submissions & following up on the different material testing in coordination with the designated Project Manager.
Assists in reviewing any items of the contractor’s design, material approval & mechanical / electrical equipment approvals.
Contribute to the reviews & approval of contractor’s shop drawings in coordination with the designated Project Manager during the implementation phase.
Assesses the work activities of the contractor, measures completed work & makes recommendations to the designated Project Manager for progress payments to the contractor
Notifies the contractor of any defects found concerning the quality of the work or materials & equipment incorporated in the project, including those found in performing the required sampling & testing.
Checks verifies & recommends approvals to the designated Project Manager on all variation orders / claims submitted by the contractor during the implementation phase as per our clients procurement rules.
Assesses & reports on the project closing plans, archiving cost & progress reports & hands over all related reports to the Project Manager.
Supervise the testing & commissioning of the equipment & the plant including electrical, mechanical, instrumentation & control systems.
Assists with review & approval of the “as built” drawings, operating & maintenance instruction manuals & all related information, prepared by the contractor after construction completion in coordination with the designated Project Manager.
Participates in the committee for final inspection & handover of the construction works & prepares snag lists for final checking before project handover.
Assist with the commissioning of works, supervise any identified outstanding works during the defect’s liability period & prepare the final progress report.
Support in ensuring all technical inputs & cost estimates related to the construction components are accurate, timely provided & included in the project proposals & budgets.
Perform other duties as may be required & in line with the scope of services above.

Administrative tasks:

Maintains records; compiles periodic reports & any specific reports required by our clients standard procedures.
Maintains detailed documentation of all site engineering activities.
Assesses the work activities of contractor(s), checks, verifies & approves the interim payments submitted by the contractor(s) & submits detailed reports to the designated Project Manager.

Develops, updates & maintains the following project registers:

Payment register.
Variation register.
Site safety inspection & notice of unsafe condition register.
Site diary.
Drawings register.
Instruction to contractor register.
Visitor register.
Sample approval register.
Tests register.
Progress photos.
Submittals register.
Non conference report register.
Correspondence register.

Project Reporting

This role works under the direct supervision of the Project Manager.

Key Competencies

Master’s degree in electrical engineering or other relevant field or bachelor’s degree in the same field, combined with 2 additional years of relevant professional experience may be accepted instead of the masters degree.
At least five (5) years with a master’s degree or seven (7) years with a bachelor’s degree in progressive experience in electrical engineering for the design & supervision of infrastructure projects is required.
At least five (5) years of experience in AutoCAD or other computer aided electrical design software is required.
Experience in the supervision of electrical works in health facilities, public buildings & roads infrastructure.
Experience in the supervision of electrical rehabilitation works for existing facilities is an advantage.
Fluency in spoken, written & reading English & Somali is required.
Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.
Treats all individuals with respect, responds sensitively to differences & encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational & ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity & inclusion.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners & always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds & maintains strong external relationships & is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self & / or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities & takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our clients impact on their beneficiaries.
Open to change & flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences & modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data & courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation & creativity to problem solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise & open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings & needs of others. Actively listens & proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion & finding common ground.