Construction Management Engineer
Organizational Context
UNOPS operates across 40 countries in Africa, focusing on fragile and conflict-affected settings. The Africa Regional Office supports national priorities through initiatives in Climate Action, Health, Infrastructure, and Peace & Security. In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), UNOPS has been a partner since 1999, delivering project management services in infrastructure, health, and education, with a strong emphasis on local ownership and community empowerment.
Job Purpose
The Construction Management Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise and oversight for infrastructure construction projects. This role ensures that all construction activities adhere to required quality standards, stay within budget, and meet project timelines. Key functions include construction supervision, quality assurance, contract administration, and enforcing health and safety protocols. The engineer's contribution is vital for delivering resilient, safe, and sustainable infrastructure that aligns with UNOPS and donor standards, directly supporting the National Agricultural Development Program's goal of improving rural access roads.
Responsibilities
Oversee daily construction activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications and contractual obligations. Monitor contractor performance and work progress to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery. Identify and report potential delays, risks, and cost overruns, recommending corrective actions. Supervise construction works according to contractual provisions, verifying Bills of Quantities and schedules. Review contractor payment claims, variation orders, and extension requests. Maintain project documentation, including progress reports and site records. Represent UNOPS in site meetings and stakeholder consultations, ensuring effective communication. Enforce UNOPS quality standards and project-specific quality assurance plans through regular inspections and testing. Lead the implementation of Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental (HSSE) management systems, conducting safety inspections and promoting sustainable practices. Track project progress against plans, prepare detailed reports, and support the preparation of payment certificates and completion reports.
Work Experience
Required experience includes work in building construction, site supervision, or infrastructure project management. Proficiency in quality control, monitoring, and reporting within construction projects is essential. Demonstrable skill in using collaboration tools (e.g., MS Office, G-Suite) and web-based management systems is also required. Experience in multicultural or UN environments in developing countries, humanitarian contexts, and project documentation/reporting is desirable.
Skills
Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Data Analysis, Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Project Management