Dimensions: Save the Children works in all regions in Somaliland] with a current staff complement of approximately 120 staff and current expenditure of approximately [US$10 million each year.

Staff directly reporting to this post: Nil

·         Supervise the setting out, levelling and surveying of the site before and during the construction works.

·         Check plans, drawings, and quantities for accuracy of calculations.

·         Ensure that all materials used, and work performed are as per specifications and required quality standards.

·         Oversee the selection and requisition of materials and equipment to be used for the construction works.

·         Document and report immediately on any planned changes in the work by the contractor, prior to any changes being affected.

·         Conduct regular site supervision and regular inspections at critical phases of the construction works; proactively identify issues that could lead to problems and facilitate their solutions while closely liaising with SCI Construction Engineer.

·         Liaise with all subcontractors, supervisors, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project during the duration of the construction works.

·         Liaise with the local authority (where appropriate to the project) to ensure compliance with local construction regulations and by-laws.

·         Day-to-day management of the site, including monitoring of the site labor force and the work of any subcontractors.

·         Plan the work and efficiently organize site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines and schedules.

·         Supervise proper storage and disposal of waste products or other construction hazardous materials.

·         Oversee quality control, health, and safety matters on site by following and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations; Complete and submit reports based on the set periods.

·         Prepare reports as required while closely liaising with the SCI Construction Engineer.

·         Provide high quality, interesting photos with clear captions and send them to SCI Construction Engineer.

·         Support the resolution of any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise with close coordination with SCI Construction Engineer.

·          Any other duties assigned.

EXPECTED OUTPUT:

·         Interpretation of Bills of Quantities (BoQ) and contract documents: Provision of field support to supervising contractors and act as the Engineer’s Representative on behalf of SCI Engineers. Ensure all specified quantities are delivered and in the right quantities.

·         Confirm of Contractor’s Invoices:

·         Before contractors submit invoices for payment, assess completed work items and make recommendations for payment. If items requested for payment are not complete, advise contractor to revise invoices accordingly.

·         Supervision of rehabilitation/implementation of all ongoing infrastructure works in the area.

·         Prepare and submit a weekly progress report and ensure quality and accuracy works has been done on the site.

•             Minimum of 3 year of working experience in the field.

•             Readiness to extensively travel for program supervision and provide on-site technical support to field teams.

•             Good interpersonal and communication skills.

•             Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets

•             Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required

•             Commitment to Save the Children values

Key competencies:

•             Knowledge in reading and interpreting technical drawings and work plans.

•             Experience in supervising in large scale construction projects.

•             Excellent understanding of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, foundations, carpentry, and masonry work.

•             Established credibility and integrity and the ability to set priorities and exercise flexibility where necessary.

•             Excellent communication and written reporting skills and good use of computer programs like AutoCAD, Microsoft Word and Excel.

•             Relate to others in a manner that creates sense of teamwork and cooperation.

•             Able to work independently.

•             Able to read, speak and write in both English and Somali language

•             Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.

Ambition:

•             Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same

•             Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others

•             Future orientated, thinks strategically. Collaboration:

•             Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters.

•             Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength

•             Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to Creativity:

•             Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

•             Willing to take disciplined risks Integrity:

•             Honest, encourages openness and transparency

Interested and qualified applicants can view the profile and apply for this position through the below URLs:-

 https://stcuk.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=210008XV&lang=en

Closing Date will be 22^nd December 2021 @ 11:59pm.