Monitoring the Construction Work of Seedbank

FAO has been active in the preservation of plant genetic resources since the 1940s, especially promoting further programmes at scientific and technical levels in this field. The main responsibility of the national Engineer is to monitor and follow up on the construction of a new seed bank in Sulaymaniyah according to the approved work plan that should improve the conservation and preservation of plant genetic resources in Iraq, as per funds made available under the project GCP/IRQ/004/EC. 

Responsibilities

Monitor Construction Activities:

• Conduct regular site visits to oversee ongoing construction work.
• Verify that materials, workmanship, and construction methods comply with approved plans, specifications, and contract requirements.

Progress Reporting:

• Provide weekly progress updates to the project requester, highlighting milestones achieved and any delays or risks.
• Document site activities, including photos, daily logs, and reports of key developments.

Quality Control and Safety:

• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and environmental standards at the site.
• Identify and report non-compliance issues promptly and recommend corrective actions.

Coordination:

• Support the liaison between the contractor, design team, and the project requester to ensure smooth communication.
• Attend site meetings and contribute to resolving technical or logistical challenges.

Inspection and Testing:

• Witness critical tests (e.g., structural, material quality) and verify results.
• Approve or recommend corrective actions for work completed at key stages.

Minimum Requirements  :  

• University degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction site supervision
• Working knowledge in Arabic and English
• National of Iraq or resident of the country with valid work permit

Source: https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/fao_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=2500311