• Application Deadline: Wed, 7 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Construction Project Engineer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 5 years



• Location Borno




• City Maiduguri




• Job Field Building and Construction  , Engineering / Technical 
  
  

Description Of Duties



Under the direct supervision of the WHO Construction Consultant and technical guidance from the WHO Nigeria OSL team, the Construction Project Engineer will:

• Oversee day-to-day construction and rehabilitation activities at either Biu or Monguno Specialist Hospital.


• Ensure all works are executed in compliance with WHO technical standards, the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP), and Nigerian regulatory standards.


• Ensure the safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery of infrastructure works that meet healthcare functionality requirements

TECHNICAL SUPERVISION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Ensure construction/rehabilitation works strictly follow project timelines, architectural/engineering drawings, technical specifications, and contractual obligations.


• Supervise contractors and ensure quality workmanship across civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, solar, and water system installations.


• Conduct routine quality assurance and safety inspections and report non-conformities to WHO.


• Approve and monitor material deliveries for compliance with specifications and site requirements.


• Ensure site activities are carried out in a safe, organized, and health-compliant environment.

CONTRACT AND DOCUMENTATION SUPPORT

• Validate contractor performance against work plans, BoQs, and timelines; flag delays or issues promptly.


• Review and endorse work plans, invoices, and progress reports submitted by contractors.


• Prepare technical reports, site visit reports, minutes of coordination meetings, and completion certificates.


• Track construction phases and ensure timely documentation of handover and acceptance reports.

COORDINATION AND LIAISON

• Participate in joint technical reviews with WHO, UNDP, government agencies, and community representatives.


• Serve as the focal point for site-related technical coordination between WHO, contractors, consultants, and authorities.


• Organize and chair weekly site meetings to assess progress, address bottlenecks, and update stakeholders.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (ESMP)

• Ensure compliance with the IC2RB project’s ESMP requirements during all construction activities.


• Monitor QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental) implementation at site level.


• Prepare PEGS (Project Environmental and Social) reports and maintain a log of incidents/accidents and mitigation measures.


• Identify risks to personnel, infrastructure, or the environment and recommend corrective actions.

TECHNICAL INPUT & INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING

• Support WHO in the technical assessment of health infrastructure needs in Borno State.


• Contribute to the design and technical documentation (drawings, BoQs, implementation schedules) for additional construction or rehabilitation works under IC2RB

Required Qualifications

Education

• Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline .


• Desirable: Master's Degree in Civil Engineering.


• Essential: At least 5 years' in buildings/public infrastructure construction.


• Desirable: 3 years’ experience in construction or rehabilitation of health facilities. Experience working on donor-funded or international development projects (e.g., WHO, UNDP, EU)

Skills

• Solid knowledge of construction project management, quality control, and safety procedures.


• Proven experience in water systems (e.g., boreholes, plumbing) and renewable energy installations (solar panels).


• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design software, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and project tracking tools.


• Strong leadership, organizational, and team coordination skills.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, especially with contractors, government counterparts, and local communities.


• Analytical skills for interpreting technical drawings and identifying issues.


• Ability to work under pressure, in hardship environments, and meet tight deadlines.


• High personal integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to quality and accountability.


• Willingness to be based full-time on-site in Biu or Monguno, with travel to field locations as required.


• Physical fitness for supervision duties under challenging field conditions.


• Commitment to uphold WHO's values, ethical conduct, and safety protocols.


• Familiarity with WHO and UNDP procurement, construction, and reporting procedures is an advantage

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork


• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences


• Communication


• Producing results


• Ensuring the effective use of resources