Norwegian Refugee
Council (NRC) Somalia / Kenya is a three Country Program with four field
offices in Dadaab (Kenya), Hargeisa (Somaliland), Bossaso (Puntland) and
Mogadishu (South Central) and Ethiopia.
NRC has been present in Somaliland since early 2004 and expanded to Puntland in 2006, Mogadishu and Dadaab in 2007.
In a short time NRC established Education, Shelter / Sanitation, Distribution and Camp Management projects for IDPs, refugees and local population in Somalia and Kenya.
NRC also has a coordination office in Nairobi, Kenya that was established in
2006.NRC has been present in Somaliland since early 2004 and expanded to Puntland in 2006, Mogadishu and Dadaab in 2007.
In a short time NRC established Education, Shelter / Sanitation, Distribution and Camp Management projects for IDPs, refugees and local population in Somalia and Kenya.
Position Vacant: Quantity Surveyor
1 Position
Reporting to: Shelter Project Manager
Duty Station: Dadaab
Duration of Contract: ASAP to 31st December 2012 (with possible extension)
Job Summary
Main purpose of the position is to ensure effective planning and implementation of the construction activities in Dadaab.
The quantity surveyor will be the focal person to start up and oversee all tendered construction activities and manage all subsequent contracts (contracts management).
He/she will also work closely with the Shelter Project Officers and Assistants in the field to ensure timely delivery of quality construction, and will assist the Project Manager in overall planning and design of (future) projects/activities.
Main Responsibilities & Responsibilities
- Prepare
contractors prequalification documents and assist in the prequalification
process
- Prepare
tender documents for construction works (including technical drawings,
specifications of works, accurate Bills of Quantities and conditions of
contracts)
- Develop
detailed rates for items of work based on the current market conditions
- Prepare
detailed Engineers Estimates to assist the tender evaluation process and
maintain at all times a high level of confidentiality regarding tender
rates
- Monitor
progress of activities undertaken in connection with the tendering of
construction
- Assure
correct measurement of completion of works, recommend for payments, and
prepare interim and final payment certificates
- Maintain
and update contract files on each construction project
- Review
contract claims, analyze and recommend variation orders
- Preparation
of documents for final handover and closure of projects
- Make
detailed cost and material estimate for all construction activities
carried out by NRC in Dadaab
- Provide
technical input in the general supervision, progress of construction
activities and control of quality of materials and workmanship
- Prepare
the monthly cash and payment forecast for activities carried out by
contractors
- Produce
weekly progress report on the construction activities in Dadaab
- Any
other assignment as may be required by the PM or Head of Office
Qualifications, Skills & Experience required:
- Degree
in Structural/ Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or any other relevant
education
- At
least 3 years of relevant experience
- Proven
track record in the process of tendering, contracting and contract
administration skills in construction projects, including administration
and financial management
- Experience
in a humanitarian context is a big advantage
- Proven
ability to use MS Office software (especially Word and Excel) and AutoCAD
is essential. Experience with other computer programs such as SAP 2000 and
Microsoft Project would be an advantage.
- Language:
Fluency in written and spoken English is essential; fluency in Somali or
Kiswahili is highly desirable.
- Ability
to work independently, result oriented, multi-tasking and in a
multi-cultural environment and manage conflicting priorities.
- Ability
to work and live in an insecure and harsh environment.
- Excellent
in communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to
explain and present technical information
- Keen in
ensuring accuracy and precision in all his/her works.
- Strong
analysis skills (qualitative and qualitative)
- Ability
to make quick and smart judgments in recommending alternative solutions
within changed ground scenarios
- Experience
in training and capacity building in mechanisms at various project levels
- Good
understanding of various donors’ requirements
- Goal
oriented, with ability to work under pressure, independently and with
limited supervision.
Applications should be submitted to:
Norwegian Refugee Council,
Email Address: recruitment_nb@som.nrc.no
The Norwegian Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer, with no discrimination in terms of sex, age, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation.
However, female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Only the short listed candidates will be contacted.