Job Description - Senior Technical Officer (PS 5)

Senior Technical Officer (PS 5)

Scope of Services:

Assist Senior Project Engineers in preparing and processing all procurement documents, including bidding documents for Procurement of Works & Goods, Request for Quotations, Recruitment of Consulting Firms, Terms of Reference for Individual Consultants, Request for Proposals, Bid and Proposal Evaluation Reports, and Request for Expressions of Interest.
Assist in preparing specifications and Terms of Reference in line with procurement requirements for Works and Goods packages and consultancy assignments.
Guide the evaluation committee in all Bids and Proposal Evaluations and assist the Procurement Committee in making timely decisions.
Assist in achieving milestones in the construction of civil works, including engineering design, specifications, estimation, supervision, quality, procurement, financial, environmental, and social safeguards.
Oversee contract administration and implementation to achieve project targets.
Participate in progress review meetings and discussions/negotiations with consultants and contractors to meet project milestones.
Monitor the progress of civil construction works and make recommendations to ensure timely and quality completion.
Review claims and variations submitted by contractors/consultants and make necessary recommendations.
Review, check, and recommend Contractor’s/Consultants/Suppliers Interim Payment Certificates.
Ensure overall quality of civil construction works according to contract documents and government/WB quality guidelines.
Practice health and safety procedures as set out in the contract documents and ensure adherence to standards.
Review engineering-related surveys and soil investigations, providing recommendations as necessary.
Ensure the implementation of environmental management and monitoring plans, minimizing adverse impacts during construction.
Provide guidance and training to contractors in interpreting relevant contract documents.
Review inception and progress reports from Contractors and Consultants and provide recommendations to the Project Director.
Participate in project meetings such as progress reviews, audits, and assist in preparing meeting minutes and other required documents.
Assist project staff in procurement, project management, and contract management activities.
Arrange awareness programs for project stakeholders.
Undertake any other tasks assigned by the Project Director deemed necessary for successful project implementation.