Lead Mechanical Engineer – Retainer

Under the direct supervision of the Lead Construction Engineer, the Lead Mechanical 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 mechanical system of existing facilities, identify existing mechanical 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 mechanical related works according to contract schedules, specifications and project plans; 

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

Design and specifications

• When required, develop mechanical 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 mechanical works; 

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

Quality assurance 

• 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 mechanical 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 mechanical 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;

• Coordinateand report on the commissioning and testing of mechanical works;

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

Impact of Results:

The Lead Mechanical Engineer (retainer) directly impacts on achievement of project results by adhering to design and construction methods and strategies, assuring quality, reducing risks, optimizing costs, and improving success rates. This consequently reinforces the visibility and image of  UNOPS as an effective service provider in infrastructure services and management and strengthens its competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and construction services.

Specific impact includes:

• Improved local capacities in mechanical design, supervision, health and safety

• Optimized water and energy consumption in buildings

• Improved access to healthcare, through enhanced medical facilities with the appropriate mechanical solutions

• Advanced University Degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) preferably in Mechanical 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 (Mechanical Engineering)  is required. Please attach when submitting application.