• To develop the structural package of the design for infrastructure projects;
• To design and develop building structures and facilities, including relevant structural calculations, models, charts and graphs, in compliance to the agreed infrastructure plans;
• To prepare construction drawings and design specifications including use of computers and computer-aided design (CAD) technology for simulation purposes;
• To analyze configurations of the basic structural components of buildings and civil structures;
• To calculate the loads, pressures, stresses and strains for each component considering the strength of various materials, e.g. timber, concrete, steel and brick used for structural designs;
• To monitor and inspect off-site and on-site work for compliance to applicable codes, accepted engineering practices and UNOPS standards;
• To lead a team of multidisciplinary engineers/designers (Retainers) for the preparation of design packages according to the UNOPS guidelines and standards;
• To liaise and coordinate with other designers, including architects during the preparation of safe designs that fit with the UNOPS standard concepts of construction;
• To review and compile the prepared design packages and to ensure that they are in line with the UNOPS “Design Planning Manual for Buildings”;
• In agreement with the Head of Infrastructure (HoI), to support with the submission of the prepared design packages to UNOPS HQ for internal review and approval;
• In coordination with the Senior Programme Manager, to support with the design review process and with addressing the comments received by the Peer Reviewers;
• To provide a high level of technical sufficiency within UNOPS ETMCO, including the identification and promotion of sustainable, innovative and practical design solutions;
• To assume technical responsibility for the preparation of technical assessments, quality plans, scheme programmes and design work, cost estimates, bills of quantities and review of bid documentations;
• To provide required technical advice, input and documentation for internal, organizational, partners and stakeholders’ reports;
• To review and update technical standards, office procedures, construction techniques, and use of materials to ensure that specifications and schemes prepared by UNOPS ETMCO reflect best practices with continuous improvement, including training to UNOPS engineers;
• To assist the Project Managers in the planning, organization and monitoring of site investigations, surveys and analyses of existing buildings, feasibility studies, structural inspections and assessments, and preparation of assessment for associated reports;
• To conduct Structural Integrity Assessment for existing structures and to check whether they are fit to withstand the service conditions safely;
• Whenever needed, to examine structures at risk and advise on how to improve their structural integrity, such as recommending removal or repair of defective parts or rebuilding the entire structure;
• To support in the implementation of Health, Safety, Social and Environmental measures at the project sites;

The Lead Structural Engineer will have an impact on the efficiency and delivery of infrastructure projects due to active engagement during the inception, design and procurement stage of a project. The impact can be explained in terms of high-quality design submissions, timely development of structural drawings and reporting. Besides improvement will be achieved in the internal review of design documents prior to submission to IPMG and Partners through effective coordination among design specialists and retainers.

• Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent), preferably in Civil, Structural or Infrastructural Engineering or any other relevant field is required.
• A first University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent preferably in Civil, Structural or Infrastructural Engineering or any other relevant field with an additional two (2) years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advance education requirements outlined above.

Certification:

• A professional registration license (Professional Civil/Structural Engineer) is required.

Work Experience and Skills:

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a practicing structural engineer in design is required.
• Good command and skills in AutoCAD is an asset.
• Knowledge of Structural Design Softwares (notably SAP, ETABS, STAAD Pro, etc.) is an asset.
• Strong computer skills and advanced working knowledge of google forms are considered an asset.
• Project Management knowledge & skills are an asset.
• Experience working in Engineering and/or Construction Management is an added advantage.