The position involves supporting the development and implementation of pre-fabricated structures and solar energy solutions for Child Protection Units (CPUs) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This role ensures uninterrupted services for children at risk by addressing operational challenges posed by power outages and providing sustainable infrastructure solutions. Based in Peshawar, the position requires regular travel to districts, including Mardan, Charsadda, Abbottabad, Battagram, Kohat, Mohmand, South Waziristan, Orakzai, Khyber, Kurram, and Bajaur.
Responsibilities:
Design and Development:
- Conduct site visits to assess feasibility for pre-fabricated structures and solar systems.
- Develop detailed architectural and structural designs, including solar integration.
- Prepare material specifications and ensure compliance with building codes and child-friendly designs.
- Incorporate climate conditions, durability, and future expansions into designs.
Technical Specifications:
- Create Bills of Materials for construction and solar installations.
- Design functional pre-fabricated structures tailored to each district's needs.
- Conduct solar assessments in 12 districts and specify system requirements.
Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to UNICEF’s safety and construction guidelines.
- Review and approve construction and solarization materials.
Project Management and Oversight:
- Prepare Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and cost estimates.
- Assist in tender preparation, bidding processes, and vendor evaluations.
- Supervise construction, monitor progress, and ensure quality control.
- Address design and construction issues with contractors.
- Oversee final documentation and project handovers.
Field Visits, Monitoring, and Reporting:
- Conduct regular monitoring visits to construction and solarization sites.
- Submit progress reports, recommendations, and photographs.
- Verify contractor payments and approve final invoices.
- Conduct post-construction visits and submit final reports after the Defect Liability Period (DLP).
Reporting and Documentation:
- Submit detailed structural and solarization drawings.
- Provide comprehensive solar feasibility studies, cost estimates, and implementation plans.
- Document all stages of design and construction processes.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or architecture, specializing in structural design.
- At least 5 years of experience in construction projects, preferably pre-fabricated structures and solar installations.
- Strong knowledge of local building codes, construction standards, and solar energy systems.
- Proficiency in structural and solar design software.
- Experience in managing projects from design to completion.
- Fluency in English (knowledge of local languages is an asset).
Skills:
Decision Making Abilities, Adaptability To Field Conditions, Communication Skills, Proficiency In Design And Project Management, Attention To Detail,