Field Office Engineer – Limited Duration Contract (Band F)

About the role

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) is seeking a Field Office Engineer on a Limited Duration Contract (Band F, Step 1) to support construction and maintenance projects in its West Bank field office. The role involves financial, administrative, and technical coordination for the ICIP (Infrastructure and Construction Improvement Programme) projects.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, monitor and report on all financial and administrative issues related to FICIP projects, coordinating with finance and HR departments.
• Develop cost estimates for detailed designs of construction and maintenance projects after obtaining necessary clearances.
• Coordinate tender submissions with the Procurement Department, ensuring timely delivery.
• Verify contractors' bank guarantees, security deposits and insurance validity, and take corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare contract documents and manage the tendering process, ensuring completeness and compliance with agency procedures.
• Participate in the Technical Evaluation Team (TET) for tenders, provide technical advice and draft final evaluation reports.
• Attend departmental meetings, draft minutes and assist the supervisor in tracking progress and action items.
• Serve as the main focal point for project offices, clearing tenders, collecting progress information and summarising status for donors.

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