Construction Manager, P4, Abuja at UNICEF

Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Chief of Supply and Logistics, the incumbent will be responsible for managing the Construction Unit and all construction activities in the Country Office (School infrastructures, Health Centers, Oxygen Plants, Warehouses, etc.) and providing technical guidance to UNICEF Programmes and Operations on construction and rehabilitation activities.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Below is a summary of key functions and accountabilities.

• Preparation of construction annual workplan including human resources and finance management
• Collaboration with UNICEF Programmes and Operations, and coordination with Government counterparts
• Preparation and oversight of design and technical documents
• Support to procurement process including contracting and LTA management
• Monitoring of construction projects including site visits, contract management and reporting

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Education:

• An advanced university degree is required in in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant area, or relevant first-level university degree (Bachelor’s) in conjunction with a valid relevant professional certification is required.
• A first level university degree (Bachelor's) in a relevant technical field (as identified above), in conjunction with additional two (2) years of relevant work experience may be taken in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Experience:

• A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience, at the national and/or international levels, in project management, site supervision, quality assurance and/or other directly-related technical fields is required.
• Understanding of development and humanitarian work.
• Emergency experience an advantage.

Skills:

• Ability to resolve difficult, complex and sensitive situations often under pressure;
• Ability to initiate and manage change in a diverse environment;
• Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
• Ability to manage and monitor the effective use of financial and human resources.
• Ability to supervise and direct a team of professional and support staff.
• The ability to allocate appropriate time and resources for successful achievement of goals and foresee risks and allow for contingencies when planning.
• Ability to implement clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies, identify priority activities and assignments, adjust priorities as required.
• Ability to work strategically to realize organizational goals, develop strategies, set clear visions.
• Advanced communication and negotiation skills to establish and maintain trusted partnerships for achievement of objectives and to develop close and effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Skill in the identification of new opportunities or requirements to meet challenges in the field and propose changes.
• Strong knowledge of latest developments and technology in construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction project cycles, from programme needs assessment, through planning, procurement and contracting, monitoring the execution of work and evaluation of project outcomes.
• Strong overall knowledge and understanding of UNICEF programmes, public procurement principles, financial and legal aspects of construction issues, ethics and risk management of construction projects.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.