Sub Engineer

The incumbent will be responsible for the implementation of the hard component of WASH & CPI’s programs, ensuring quality & quantity in construction work within the time frame as per organizational commitment.

KEY RESULT AREAS

Technical Level

• Execution of WASH & CPI’s related construction activities as per humanitarian & engineering guidelines/set standards and business process/project documents.
• Preparation of drawings, BoQs, and cost estimates of infrastructure schemes.
• Conduct Technical feasibility for Construction activities at the field level.
• Analyze construction materials according to drawings and specifications.
• Quality assurance of construction work as per the agreement.

Operational Level

• Development of work plans as per the business process.
• Record management – Cost estimates, BoQs, drawings, construction plans, Measurement book, daily field visit reports, project documents, etc.
• Coordination with beneficiaries/Community/COs/VOs.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, ERP systems, AutoCAD.
• Communication, Planning & Scheduling, Time, Stress & Conflict Management, Situation handling, Leadership Skills, People & team management.

Organizational Level

• Demonstration of IR Values while working with teams/communities.
• Empowering communities to ensure organizational accountability.
• Knowledge of IR strategic priorities.
• Identification & documentation of organizational successes.
• Adaptation of environment-friendly & cost-effective approaches/activities for community development.
• Special attention to inclusion during implementation.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Technical

• Review project documents (construction drawings & specifications) as well as business process/DIP in detail to understand project mandates/deliverables relevant to your role.
• Conduct technical feasibility/assessment (site identification, material, labor, transportation, supplies, etc.) of WASH & CPI’s activities before implementation to ensure sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to the agreed time frame of the project.
• Assist in the preparation of drawings, BoQs & cost estimates of infrastructure schemes as per IR commitment & set standards.
• Assist in analyzing construction materials e.g. elemental composition, dimensions & quality, etc., according to drawings & specifications.
• Assist in conducting market surveys for proposed materials' availability, unit rates of materials/labor, and provide realistic estimates of the proposed activities of the WASH project.
• Perform material sampling, at different intervals, for testing, quality checks, and work assurance with approved samples during implementation in the field.
• Participate in the supplier selection process by evaluating the samples against specifications given in approved BOQs/estimates at the field level as needed.
• Ensure the layouts, levels, and all activities at the site both pre- & post-construction to verify that construction work is being done according to drawings and specifications.
• Analyze and prepare plans for material requisitions.
• Monitor and support the development of understanding among skilled laborers, community activists, or beneficiary households regarding design, inclusiveness, DRR, and protection measures.
• Timely report to the supervisor regarding any design issues at the earliest stage of the project with recommendations.

Operational

• Prepare weekly/monthly work plans against PMT (performance measured time frame) to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks within the stipulated time period.
• Coordinate with all stakeholders, especially community activists, COs, VOs, and beneficiary households for smooth project implementation.
• Develop a contingency plan to deal with external factors affecting or potentially affecting field activities.
• Maintain completion certificates for each communal or household activity, signed by beneficiaries, committee representatives, and relevant sub-engineers, and hand them over to the relevant department.
• Arrange skilled and unskilled labor for construction execution.
• Prepare MBs with the agreement of the vendor.
• Maintain records (hard & soft) including, but not limited to, Cost estimates, BoQs, drawings, construction plans, Measurement book, daily field visit reports, material requisition, pictorial progress, & other documentation.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and other progress reports for management’s information.
• Ensure proper filling of forms & formats as per desired standards.
• Support MEAL/MIS/Communications staff in gathering desired information.
• Prepare info for MIS regularly in consultation with the Field Engineer/MIS/M&E.
• Maintain close coordination with the line manager for effective implementation of project activities.

Organizational

• Ensure compliance with IR’s policies & procedures in the true spirit for effective delivery of services to communities.
• Possess an in-depth understanding of IR values and demonstrate them in the field while working with communities.
• Abide by the IR zero tolerance policy towards bribery & corruption through sensitization/empowerment of communities on coping mechanisms so they can raise their voices as & when they feel something is inappropriate.
• Thorough knowledge of IR strategic priorities to ensure effective implementation with future sustainability.
• Assist in the identification & documentation of organizational successes for showcasing IR work.
• Facilitate communities in adapting environment-friendly & cost-effective approaches to meet their current and future needs with specific attention to climate change.
• Focus efforts on mainstreaming marginalized groups i.e. Persons with disabilities and the elderly, minorities, Women & children, etc., in consultation & implementation of project activities on the ground.
• Participate in and facilitate the implementation of IR seasonal programs.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with Islamic values and principles, as well as a commitment to Islamic Relief Worldwide’s vision, mission, and core values.