Assistant Project Technical Manager (Civil Engineer) Job vacancy

Job Title: Assistant Project Technical Manager (Civil Engineer)

Overall Objective
To assist the Project Coordinator in handling specialist tasks, which among others, include coordination of the civil works, preparing budgets, work plans, procurement requirements, and progress reports.

Qualifications
University Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University is essential.
Registration with the Engineers Professional Body for a minimum of five years.
Relevant post graduate qualifications are an added advantage.

Experience
• Minimum of 8 years experience, with at least 3 years in similar/equivalent position.
Computer skills in MSWord and MS Excel and other specialized packages. Exposure to coordination of supplies, equipment and services procurements is highly desirable.
• A working knowledge and familiarity with international funding agency procedures is desirable.

Competencies
• Proven track record of professional integrity.
•Strong project planning, management and reporting skills.
•Ability to work with minimum supervision and with strong organizational skills.
•Ability to work under pressure and obtain results.
• Good interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
•Dedicated team player.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Assisting the PTM in preparing the periodic budgets and work plans for all project activities
• Provide technical guidance in the procurement processes for required building consultancy teams.
•Assist in the verification of all payment certificates for works, services and supplies, including interim and final accounts and recommend to the client for payment.
•Participate in preparation of the guidelines and beneficiary training in operation and maintenance of completed facilities.
•Supporting the PTM in planning and organizing capacity building activities as outlined in the project document
•Supporting the PTM to prepare the terms of reference for the planned studies/ consultancies, procurement of required consultancy services, (short and long term), as well as their implementation
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Project Coordinator.
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Please deliver your sealed applications to,

Head-Procurement and Disposal Unit
King George VI Way; Room 7.2 Floor 7-Embassy Building
PO Box 7063
Kampala

The closing date is November 10, 2010