Introduction
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Project Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Senior Engineer Consultant will serve as the project's lead technical focal point for the planning, design, procurement, implementation and close-out of construction and infrastructure interventions.
The Consultant will provide senior technical advice to project management; lead or coordinate engineering assessments and the preparation and review of technical documentation; oversee contractors and specialist engineers; support technically sound procurement and contract-administration decisions; and ensure that infrastructure interventions comply with approved designs, contractual requirements, applicable legislation in BiH, relevant technical standards, environmental and social requirements, occupational health and safety provisions and approved budgets and schedules.
The Consultant will coordinate technical inputs across relevant disciplines and maintain effective liaison with municipal authorities, utility providers, designers, supervision bodies, contractors and other stakeholders involved in project delivery, ensuring that all project activities are carried out in accordance with applicable technical standards, local regulations, approved project documentation and IOM procedures.
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
Solidarity Fund, IOM Bosnia and Herzegovina — Sarajevo
Responsibilities
Tasks to be performed under this contract
- Lead technical assessments and feasibility reviews of proposed infrastructure interventions, including site inspections, condition assessments, technical options analysis, constructability reviews, preliminary cost estimates, implementation risks and recommendations to project management.
- Lead and coordinate the preparation, review and consolidation of engineering documentation, including surveys, conceptual and detailed designs, drawings, technical specifications, scopes of work, bills of quantities, cost estimates, implementation schedules, material requirements and photographic records; in accordance with industry standards, local regulations and good engineering practices; consolidate basic and detailed designs into complete bidding and construction packages.
- Review and validate technical deliverables prepared by consultants, designers and specialist engineers, identifying errors, omissions, inconsistencies, constructability concerns and potential cost or schedule implications before documents are approved for procurement or construction.
- Provide senior technical support to procurement and tendering, including preparation of technical procurement documentation, definition of proportionate technical and qualification criteria, participation in site visits and pre-bid meetings, preparation of clarifications, and technical evaluation of bids.
- Oversee construction and rehabilitation works through regular site inspections and review of supervision records, verifying compliance with approved drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, work programmes, permits, material standards, quality requirements and contractual obligations.
- Establish and monitor quality-assurance and quality-control arrangements, including inspection and test plans, material submittals, samples, certificates, testing results, non-conformance reports, corrective actions and as-built documentation.
- Review contractor progress submissions, measurements and supporting technical records, and provide documented technical recommendations concerning completed quantities, milestone achievement and payment certification, without assuming financial approval authority unless formally delegated.
- Assess proposed design changes, substitutions, additional works and variations, confirming technical necessity, reasonableness of quantities and cost implications and consistency with the project scope before submitting recommendations through the appropriate approval process.
- Coordinate technical engagement with authorities and utilities, including matters relating to permits, approvals, connections, inspections, applicable building requirements and acceptance of completed works.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Regular travel to construction sites, project locations and relevant authorities across Bosnia and Herzegovina is required as part of the assignment.
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
- Timely and accurate preparation, review and submission of technical documentation (assessments, designs, BoQs, bidding packages, supervision records).
- Quality and completeness of engineering deliverables reviewed and validated prior to procurement or construction.
- Effective oversight of construction works with documented site inspection and quality-control records.
- Adherence to approved budgets, schedules, contractual requirements and applicable technical standards.
- Quality and timeliness of technical recommendations on variations, payment, and contract administration matters.
- Effective liaison and coordination with authorities, utilities, contractors and other stakeholders.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- University degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience.
- Successful completion of the Professional Engineering Exam is a mandatory requirement.
Experience
- Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating infrastructure design, procurement support, construction supervision and contract administration.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the planning, organization, monitoring and enforcement of safe work practices and procedures, with strong knowledge of BiH regulations within the construction sector.
- Working knowledge and experience with project planning and implementation, including knowledge of all phases of a construction project.
- Demonstrated experience in the supervision, construction, rehabilitation, or maintenance of water supply, wastewater, drainage, environmental, utility, or other public infrastructure projects is considered an advantage.
- Experience in the preparation of tender documentation and ability to participate in and support the tendering and procurement process.
- Knowledge of construction project planning, implementation and site supervision.
- Knowledge of procurement and tendering procedures in line with organizational rules.
- Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimation and preparation of Bills of Quantities (BoQ).
- Familiarity with water supply, wastewater, drainage, utility, environmental, or municipal infrastructure systems is an advantage.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of AutoCAD or similar engineering software is an asset.
- Knowledge of contract management and coordination with contractors and suppliers.
- Knowledge of quality assurance, regulatory compliance and construction standards.
- Driving licence: B category and five years of active driving experience.
Languages
For this consultancy, fluency in English and one of the official languages in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian) is required (oral and written).
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
- Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
- Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Notes
IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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