National Project Officer - Construction Engineer
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Lebanon is enhancing border management capabilities in a complex humanitarian setting, particularly at land borders. Responding to mixed migration flows and regional dynamics, IOM supports national authorities to strengthen border infrastructure and operational readiness, including rehabilitation and reconstruction of key crossing points.
Job Purpose
The National Project Officer - Construction Engineer will support the planning, coordination, and implementation of infrastructure projects within the Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Programme in Lebanon. This role is crucial for strengthening border infrastructure and operational readiness to ensure safe, orderly, and effective border operations. The position contributes to IOM's mandate of promoting humane and orderly migration by improving the physical and operational capacity of border crossing points, addressing challenges posed by mixed migration flows and regional dynamics.
Responsibilities
Key duties include supporting the planning, coordination, and implementation of border infrastructure rehabilitation and construction projects. This involves conducting technical assessments, feasibility studies, and data collection to inform resilient and sustainable designs, incorporating disaster risk considerations. The role requires preparing structural designs, calculations, drawings, Bills of Quantities (BoQs), and specifications. Responsibilities also encompass drafting BoQs, specifications, and contributing to procurement documentation. The officer will assist in developing workplans, monitoring construction progress through site visits, reporting on compliance, and compiling progress reports with photographic documentation. Integrating sustainability, accessibility, and gender considerations into designs and implementation is essential. The role involves assisting in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for construction works and contributing to project proposals and concept notes.
Work Experience
Requires progressive professional experience in large-scale civil engineering and infrastructure development projects. Demonstrated experience in designing, rehabilitating, and constructing public infrastructure, including preparing technical documentation (drawings, BoQs, specifications), is essential. Experience with governmental authorities, UN agencies, and donors is beneficial. Prior experience in border infrastructure projects is a strong advantage.
Skills
Excellent organizational skills; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; proven ability to work effectively with contractors and engineering firms; strong technical knowledge of civil, electrical, mechanical engineering, and construction management; proficiency in AutoCad, Revite, and relevant Project Management software; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of the UN System, NGOs, and international organizations.