Position Title: Project Engineer

Department: USAID-funded Multipurpose Disaster Shelter Support (MPDS) Activity
Number of Position: 01
Location: Based at Kutubdia
Duration: Duration of the Contract will be up to June 30, 2024.

I. Job Summary:

CARE is one of the world's leading international humanitarian and development organizations, committed to helping people in poor communities improve their lives and alleviate poverty. Founded in 1945, CARE is working over 100 countries to fight global poverty and marginalization. CARE has been active in Bangladesh since 1949 and is one of the largest programs in CARE confederation. Women and girls are at the core of all CARE programs because they represent half of the marginalized group and it is not possible to overcome poverty until all people have equal rights and opportunities. CARE Bangladesh works to implement programs with long-term impacts that result in sustainable changes for the extreme poor and marginalized communities.

Project Engineer will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring day to day construction activities in her/his assigned area. S/he, with guidance from Sr. Technical Coordinator-Infrastructure, will be responsible for monitor and quality assurance of all the structural activities of multipurpose disaster shelters, installing WASH facilities, maintaining high quality physical conditions of the shelters and its furniture and access routes to the shelters. S/he will also support the line management for conducting a comprehensive assessment of all the proposed shelters and make an inventory of the works to be done so that it can be used as a checklist. S/he will monitor construction of the shelters and supply of furniture with the selected contractors, within stipulated timeline and as per the Cyclone Shelter Policy and Ministry of Primary and Mass Education’s Fourth Primary Education Development (PEDP4) Program standards, and other GoB (e.g. LGED or DDM) standards.  The position requires presence in project sites to ensure regular monitoring and quality assurance of activities under her/ his portfolio. Actively work in emergency response activities aftermath of disaster as and when required. Place of posting will be changed within the contract period. Timing and tenure of interim base stations will be changed based on practical scenario of the project.

The job holder will be expected to adhere to and support CARE Bangladesh’s Safety and Security policy and systems as part of their day to day duties, and comply, at all times, to safety & security protocols and directives, including reporting. Staff must maintain situational and self – awareness and be aware of the safety – security related consequences of their actions upon themselves, their team and the organization as a whole. S/he must be committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct and expects staff to promote the welfare of children, young people and adults at all times.  CARE expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our Code of Conduct.  We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate this commitment are recruited to work with us. S/he should be also commitment towards CARE International Safeguarding (PSHEA) Policy Code of Conduct.
II. Responsibilities and Tasks:
% of Time
Responsibility # 1:  Implementation of the MPDS Construction
70%
  • Directly supervise and monitor MPDSs construction including environmental mitigation measures, installing WASH facilities including Rainwater Harvesting (RwH), improving physical conditions and energy efficiency by installing solar system, and access routes/ roadway to the shelters.
  • Assist line management to set the specifications, guidelines and drawings related to shelters and other infrastructural facilities for the project.
  • Day to day supervision of construction of shelters, site improvement and manufacture and supply of furniture (chairs, benches, tables, doors, and windows) related to the project as per the Cyclone Shelter Policy and Ministry of Primary and Mass Education’s Fourth Primary Education Development (PEDP4) Program standards, and other GoB (e.g. LGED or DDM) standards
  • Support construction activities of the shelters and other infrastructures with the selected contractors by providing oversight in construction process.  
  • Ensure construction quality control by use of materials by contractors(s) only after satisfactory quality testing in GoB authorized agencies.
  • Ensure site safety measures are strictly maintained by the contractors(s).
  • Follow up and ensure project materials are delivered in field in a timely manner.
  • Assist in developing and delivering training on shelter management and maintenance
  • Liaise and collaborate with shelter management committees and other stakeholders to ensure smooth completion of repair and refurbishment works
  • Engage with local subcontractors to ensure inclusion of utility facilities of modern industrial buildings, including fire hydrant system, fire detection and protection system, renewable energy system, drinking water, health and hygiene facility, maintaining a high level of structural integrity in line with national and international building codes and safety standards as per the project objective.
  • Support in developing a comprehensive training module on multipurpose disaster shelter management and deliver the training to MPDS management committees and other stakeholders.

 

Responsibility # 2: Documentation and reporting

30%

  • Provide regular progress reports to line manager.
  • Preparation of weekly work plans with expenses projections.
  • Closely coordinate with other Project Engineers and Non-structural team to learn from their experience.
  • Assist in organize learning –sharing and coordination workshops at Upazila and district level.
  • Assist with reporting (e.g. Government required reports, FD6, FD4, donor report etc.).
  • Conduct assessment and capture case studies related to infrastructural interventions under the project.
  • Assist in organize learning –sharing and coordination workshops at Upazila and district level.

 

Responsibility # 3 Adhere to and support CARE Bangladesh’s Safety and Security policy and systems

As part of this role, the job holder will be expected to adhere to and support CARE Bangladesh’s Safety and Security policy and systems as part of their day to day duties, and comply, at all times, to safety & security protocols and directives, including reporting. Staff must maintain situational and self – awareness and be aware of the safety – security related consequences of their actions upon themselves, their team and the organization as a whole.

Responsibility # 4 Safeguarding

CARE is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct and expects staff to promote the welfare of children, young people and adults at all times.  CARE expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our Code of Conduct.  We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate this commitment are recruited to work with us.
III. Reporting to:  

This position will report to Senior Technical Coordinator - Infrastructure

IV. Working Condition:  

Based in Kutubdia

V. Qualification:
  • Minimum 03 years professional experience in repair/construction of shelters and/or repair/construction of public buildings.
  • Diploma in Civil Engineering, relevant certifications will be an advantage
  • Familiarity with BOQ formats, FAR and FIDIC based Construction Contracts
  • Experience working in shelter and or DRR program is an added advantage.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Computer skills on computer software e. g MS office, internet.
  • Gender awareness and a commitment to gender equality.
  • Able to drive Motorcycle (MC) with valid license.
  • Good communication and report writing skill in English and Bangla.
  • Computer skills on computer software e.g. MS office, internet and AutoCAD.
  • CARE Core Competencies as noted below:

Candidates need to be highly motivated and committed to CARE Bangladesh’s vision, mission, and long-term development work to significantly improve the lives of the most vulnerable and marginalized Candidates must be capable of displaying great learning agility, support and encourage knowledge sharing across projects, for the ultimate benefit of all of CARE’s mission wide initiatives.
 
Compensation

Attractive remuneration package will be offered to the really deserving candidate. In addition, CARE offers Provident Fund, Gratuity, Festival Bonus, Leave Encashment, Life and Health Insurance and Working Mother Benefits etc.

Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should apply through CARE Bangladesh’s e-recruitment site: https://career.carebangladesh.org/ on or before November 06, 2023. 

Note:

  • CARE Bangladesh aims to attract and select a diverse workforce ensuring equal opportunity to everyone, irrespective of race, age, gender, HIV status, class, ethnicity, disability, location and religion.
  • Women are particularly encouraged to apply.
  • Any personal persuasion/phone-call will result in disqualification of candidature. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
  • CARE Bangladesh has a non-negotiable policy of ZERO TOLERANCE towards discrimination, harassment and abuse. All employees are expected to abide by the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse & Child Protection Policy of CARE Bangladesh.
  • Internal and external applicants shall be treated equally in the entire selection process.
  • To ensure transparent processes during recruitment, internal candidates should discuss potential applications with their Line Managers to ensure endorsement of their applications by respective Line Managers.
  • THERE IS NO COST INVOLVED WITH APPLYING FOR POSITIONS WITH CARE BANGLADESH. ANY SOLICITATION OF JOB APPLICATION COSTS SHOULD BE REGARDED AS FRAUDULENT.