IFAD-Project Implementation Unit
Program Management Unit (PMU)
Ministry of Agriculture Annex
University of Liberia Campus, Fendell
Post Title: Works Supervision Engineer(1)
Reports to: Project Coordinator, IFAD-PIU Projects
Programme Management Unit (PMU),
Ministry of Agriculture
Primary Location: Lofa County
Start Date: December 1, 2019
Contract Period: One (1) year renewable
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Key results expected / major functional activities include:
Specifically, the Works Supervision Engineer will:
• In collaboration with the Procurement Officer, s/he will assist in the preparation of bidding documents including
Bill of Quantities (BoQs) and cost estimates for works (feeder road construction/rehabilitation projects, structures,
buildings);
• Take part in the bidding process of project infrastructure structures including bid evaluation and recommendation
for award of contract;
• Assist in the preparation of contract documents;
• General coordination of the whole construction project, including the coordination and planning necessary to
manage multiple sites simultaneously;
• Monitoring of compliance with the deadlines for the availability of work sites in comparison with what is projected
in the contracts;
• Assess contract and financial impact of possible changes in works;
• Technical and administrative supervision of work contracts, including enforcing the conditions of the generic and
site-specific Environmental and Social Plans.
Before construction begins, the Engineer shall ensure that the following are performed:
• The verification and approval of the project implementation documents presented by the construction contractor.
These documents must contain the implementation plans, the environmental, health, and safety measures and the
generic and site-specific plans.
During the execution phase, the Engineer shall:
• Oversee the implementation of works;
• Prepare and submit a weekly report for the Programme;
• Conduct monthly progress meetings and submit reports for the Programme, including:
– 1. Report on percentage of work completion without defects;
– 2. Report on financial matters, including actions or measures taken by the construction
contractors that may have an impact on cost.
– 3. Identify contractors’ lack of performance and lack of compliance with the contracts;
– 4. Quickly propose adequate remedial measures to resolve deficiencies in work and
products of the contractors, if any.
• Prepare payment certificates related to the work completed and submit to the Client for payment;
• Prepare monthly cost reports on the financial standing of the project;
• Supervise the compliance with implementation plans, technical specifications, environmental management plans
and implementation of works
• Ensure the application of the general and site-specific Environmental Management Plans;
• Monitor compliance with the contract specifications and time frame to ensure that planned time, cost and quality
are adhered to.
• Ensure the compliance with all contract provisions and take necessary measures to apply them.
Other:
• For the management of works and control of their execution, the Engineer shall issue variation orders and site
instructions in accordance with the Conditions of Contract.
• When there are technical and environmental problems during the execution of the works, a discussion between the
construction contractor and the Engineer must take place in order to find adequate solutions to these problems.
Before their implementation, these solutions shall be submitted for approval to Project Coordinator, if they imply a
waiver to the terms of the work contracts. The Engineer will include these solutions in the monitoring framework
and report back to the Project Coordinator on the effectiveness of the implementation of the solution.
Upon completion of the construction works, the Engineer shall:
• Assist the Client in preparing the temporary and final acceptance of works.
• Establish final reports and detailed account for the closing of the Contract.
For Take-over and commissioning of the works: Upon completion of the construction works, the Engineer shall:
• Carry out inspections and prepare snag lists;
• Monitor the completion of the snags within a stipulated time frame;
• Supervise commissioning and testing during commissioning;
• Prepare certification of the completion of the works for the Client;
• Compile final report, detailed accounts for closing the contract and as-built documentation (drawings, manuals,
etc.).
At the end of Defects Liability Period: Prior to the end of the defects liability period, the Engineer shall:
• Visit the sites and inspect the works for any defects;
• Instruct the works contractor to attend to the defects and monitor the remedial works;
• Prepare the final account and assist in negotiations to settle the final account.
• Prepare the Final Completion Certificate.
S/he will be granted a one (1) year fixed term contract renewal upon satisfactory annual evaluation till the end of the Project
with 6-month probation period.
Competencies
• Strategic thinking and organizational development: Personal influence.
• Demonstrated leadership: Lead by example and initiate and supports change.
• Learning, sharing knowledge and innovating: Challenges, innovates and contributes to a learning culture.
• Focusing on clients: Contribute to a client-focused culture.
• Problem solving and decision making: Solving complex problems and making decisions that have wider corporate
impact.
• Managing time, resources and information: Coordinate wider use of time, information and/or resources.
• Team Work: Foster a cohesive team environment; able to foster and build team spirit, focus and engagement at all
levels.
• Communicating and negotiating: Acquire and use a wide range of communication styles and skills.
• Building relationships and partnerships: Builds and maintains strategic partnerships internally and externally.
• Managing performance and developing staff: Manages staff
• Capable Team Builder able to foster and build team spirit, focus and engagement at all levels.
Technical/Functional competencies
• Effective Negotiator and Communicator with proven ability to build and nurture contacts with communities,
demonstrated ability to work effectively with others to meet mutual goals; build networks, listen and communicate
effectively to engage others.
• Innovative Performer able to generate innovative solutions, assess risk, make decisions and accept consequences.
• Leader able to combine strong management, organizational and leadership skills with insight, seeking continual
improvement and collaborative engagement within the team; able to achieve results through motivating people and
influencing partners.
• Planner/organizer able to meet tight deadlines in a high-pressure and high-energy environment; flexible and able
to multi-task.
Qualifications and Experience
• The Engineer shall be based in based in Lofa County, and should have experience and qualifications in management
of infrastructure construction activities for projects of similar size and scope.
The designated Engineer shall have the following minimum qualifications and experience:
a) University degree in engineering, construction management or administration or a related field from
a recognized university/institution.
b) Qualified Chartered/Register Professional Civil Engineer or approved equivalent.
c) At least 10 years demonstrable experience with managing and supervising the construction of a variety of works
(feeder roads, structures, buildings), experience on the projects of a similar nature and extent to that of the projects
described for construction.
d) Managed the construction at least five (5) project similar to type of project described for construction.
e) Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
f) Prior experience in the region is a plus.

All Interested and qualified applicants should address their applications including letter of interest along with Curriculum
Vitae and copies of relevant Diplomas/Certificate to the below address via email: Kindly indicate in the email subject,
the Title of the position you are applying for.
Recruitment Team
IFAD Projects PIU
Programme Management Unit Ministry of Agriculture Email: ifadrecruit@moa.gov.lr or apply through the system below
Deadline for submission of Applications: October 31, 2019 at 5PM GMT
QUALIFIED WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY