Resident Engineer (Liberia)
Green Powered Technology (GPTech) is a global sustainable energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a sustainable future. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 14 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 75 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.
About the Position:
GPTech is seeking a Resident Engineer to provide management assistance to the Lead Engineer in monitoring overall project performance, Quality Assurance, deliverables, construction oversight, project administration and regular reporting tasks for activities of the Ministry of Health Drug Depot Facility project team, construction and support activities
Responsibilities:
Construction Oversight
Management for Construction Activities and Practices
General
Qualifications:
Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 14 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 75 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.
About the Position:
GPTech is seeking a Resident Engineer to provide management assistance to the Lead Engineer in monitoring overall project performance, Quality Assurance, deliverables, construction oversight, project administration and regular reporting tasks for activities of the Ministry of Health Drug Depot Facility project team, construction and support activities
Responsibilities:
Construction Oversight
- Monitor the construction activities on daily basis and ensure the work meets project contractual expectations, quality standards, schedule, cost and scope; recommend corrective measures if project slippage arises. Ensure quality assurance on workmanship and materials selected.
- Hold a weekly coordination meeting with the Contractor on site, to identify issues relating to delivery of material to site, conformance with Schedule, EMMP and Safety Plans, quality issues for resolution, tests performed/planned, and actions to be taken by Contractor.
- Be familiar with the Technical Specifications and have a strong understanding of the construction drawings, details, Scope, and tests required for quality assurance.
- Verify that the activities for construction purposes are within the limits of work, property lines, property lines, street lines, easements and rights-of –way as shown in the drawings.
- Track as-built information and update construction drawings accordingly.
- Update and finalize as-built drawings and field design modifications as required for contractor compliance.
- Prepare construction monthly reports considering the weekly reports and meeting minutes
Management for Construction Activities and Practices
- Track change order requests or any variations raised by the contractor and record, report in a timely manner
- Prepare documentation with reference to the Project General Condition of Contract in order to address contractor's issues / claims and time extension, as well as completion certificates.
- Follow up health, safety and environmental compliance and notify Contractor of noncompliance.
- Review and develop working knowledge of all technical requirements of project, including drawings, specifications and contract documents in order to effectively respond to Contractor submittals. Coordinate contractor correspondence through agreed upon project processes and procedures.
- Review and comment on Contractor’s monthly progress report which summarizes project performance, schedule update, financials and project constraints. Verify work completed by the Contractor through re-measuring work conducted.
- Conduct earned value management analysis to monitor project performance.
- Ensure inspections of work are performed prior to cover-up, with results recorded
- Contribute to the contractor’s performance monitoring plan
- Maintain regular communications with Lead Engineer in Monrovia.
- Submit other reports and deliverables as required by the project or instructed by the Lead Engineer
General
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the Chief of Party (COP) and Lead Engineer
- Follow up with minutes of weekly and other meetings with the contractor, client and local partners
- Establish and maintain regular communications with the government entities such as Government of Liberia (GOL), Local Authority of Rivergee Hospital and Ministry of Health (MoH).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor (BSc) Degree in Civil Engineering
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in infrastructure works such as water mains installation, preferably for a USAID contract, oversight of subcontractors’ team, reporting and construction quality assurance
- Must be computer literate (in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD etc.)
Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This is a regular full time position