Lead Electrical Engineer – Retainer

Under the direct supervision of the Lead Construction Engineer, the Lead Electrical Engineer (Retainer) will be responsible for the following tasks:

Assessment and Evaluation 

• In coordination with the other retainers and local construction supervisors, assess and evaluate the electrical system of existing facilities, identify existing electricity related problems and suggest appropriate solutions in consultation with the Lead Construction Engineer and Senior Project Manager;

• Support in the supervision of the implementation of works and monitor the progress of the electrical related works according to contract schedules, specifications and project plans; 

• Review requests for clarifications from the contractor, on site conditions, related to electrical works and provide clarifications, instructions and / or technical solutions.

Design and specifications

• When required, develop electrical design drawings and specifications as per UNOPS standards, local and international practices and codes;

• Support the project team in the review of the documents provided by the contractor, such as shop drawings and any other related matter related to the electrical works. 

Quality assurance 

• Support the project team in the verification of the undertaken measurements and quantities for executed electrical works reflected in the contractor payment requests;

• Support the project team to ensure the strict implementation of quality assurance and quality control standards and procedures on sites and report regularly to the Lead Construction Engineer;

• Assist in the preparation of progress reports on construction activities for electrical activities, based on specific demands by the Lead Construction Engineer.

Implementation support

• Support in the implementation of Health, Safety, Social and Environmental measures related to electrical works at the project sites;

• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN security Management System and that of UNOPS. 

• Supervise and report on the commissioning and testing of electrical works;

• Research and prepare operational and maintenance plans for all electrical equipment installed.

• Advanced University Degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) preferably in Electrical Engineering or related fields, is required.

• A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) with two (2) additional years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

• Professional certification in engineering (Electrical Engineering)  is required. Please attach when submitting application.