ASSOCIATE ENGINEER

Organizational Context

The United Nations Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH) provides support to key Haitian entities and international partners, including the Gang Suppression Force, BINUH, Haitian National Police, and Haitian Armed Forces. The organization also offers technical assistance to the Organization of American States. This role is within the Engineering and Facility Management Section in Port-au-Prince, focusing on Civil Engineering, facilities planning, and Real Estate management in Umoja.

Job Purpose

The Associate Engineer will apply professional engineering knowledge to support UNSOH's mandate, contributing to the design, construction, and maintenance of facilities and infrastructure. This includes conducting site investigations, preparing design layouts, producing cost estimates, and creating architectural and engineering drawings using AutoCAD. The role involves managing project proposals, liaising with specialists, and evaluating technical proposals. A key aspect is serving as an EFMS focal point for Umoja Real Estate and Facilities Management, maintaining and updating real estate objects, lease records, and Assets Under Construction. The position aims to ensure the efficient and effective management of facilities and real estate assets to support mission operations.

Responsibilities

The Associate Engineer is responsible for planning and design activities, including applying engineering calculations for projects related to buildings, roads, and various infrastructure systems. This involves conducting site investigations, preparing design layouts, and generating cost estimates and budget projections. The role requires creating architectural and engineering drawings using AutoCAD, verifying site conditions, and converting historical drawings. In implementation, the engineer will develop technical specifications, analyze project proposals for feasibility, and collaborate with other specialists. Responsibilities also include evaluating technical proposals, recommending process improvements for Umoja Real Estate and Facilities Management, and applying standard engineering practices for construction and maintenance. Furthermore, the role involves acting as an EFMS focal point for Umoja, managing real estate objects, lease records, and Assets Under Construction, and generating relevant reports.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of progressive experience in engineering or related fields is required. Essential experience includes using AutoCAD for engineering/architectural drawings and managing facilities maintenance and/or construction projects. Experience with managing Assets Under Construction or Real Estate portfolios within an ERP system like Umoja is desirable.

Skills

Professionalism, Teamwork, Client Orientation, Civil Engineering, Facilities Planning, Real Estate Management, AutoCAD, Project Management, Umoja ERP System.

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