Rural Electrification Agency Assistant Project Engineer Jobs in Uganda
Rural Electrification Agency Assistant Project Engineer Jobs in Uganda
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is the Secretariat of the Rural Electrification Board (REB).
The REB’s main function is to oversee the management of the Rural Electrification Fund (REF) and facilitate the development and implementation of rural electrification projects under several sources of funding.
Purpose and Reporting
Reporting to a Senior Project Engineer the Assistant Project Engineer will represent the Agency at the project site, confirm the progress of construction of the Grid and ensure quality of works while liaising with key stakeholders to ensure smooth project implementation.
Key duties
Contract Management
Ensure submission of Contractors securities and verification by REA
Schedule and facilitate timely site handover
Ensure timely submission and preparation of reports, programs and key contractual deliverables throughout the implementation period.
Review, update and approve reports and deliverables throughout the implementation period.
Supervision of construction works for quality compliance:
Ensure supply and use of quality material as per specifications in the Contracts.
Ensure adherence to good engineering practices with reference to the Contracts and the engineering memorandum.
Review and recommend approval of change orders and or instructions to avoid compensation events.
Ensure the contractor’s activities are monitored and controlled in accordance with schedule, design specifications, and contractual requirements. Supervise construction work for quality compliance
Ensure adherence to construction standards and good engineering practices during installation
Undertake audit of all materials delivered to site.
Maintain a daily work log
Prepare test protocols, schedule and facilitate network pre-commissioning and commissioning.
Facilitate site meetings and hand over of completed network.
Report on progress and commitment and performance of the supervision consultants
Ensure participation of key stakeholders during implementation of the project including the local community and service providers.
Participate in pre-commissioning and commissioning exercises for the projects.
Enhance and promote the image of REA
Participate in stakeholder meetings during implementation of projects.
Project monitoring, control and quality management
Oversee the entire value chain including suppliers, sub-contractors and key stakeholders to mitigate any risks.
Confirm placement of orders and delivery schedules
with suppliers.
Review and recommend approval of subcontractors in line with contractual requirements including conducting due- diligence.
Review and certify progress of works and subsequent payments.
Schedule and facilitate monthly top level progress review meetings with project managers at REA offices.
Supervision, monitoring and correction of defects during Defects Liability Period.
Schedule and conduct periodic defect liability inspections/audits, generate snag list and follow up correction of snags.
Schedule and facilitate final defects liability inspection with all major stakeholders.
Prepare comprehensive project closure reports
Assess overall performance of contractors.
Monitor environmental and social compliance.
Liaise with safeguards personnel to ensure that project implementation complies with environmental and social safeguards requirements.
Required Qualifications and Experience
• A minimum of Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• A diploma or certification in project management will be an added advantage.
• Working experience of at least 3 years in power line construction.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience of power system commissioning and maintenance practices.
• Computer literate and able to use MS Office applications for project management and report writing.
• Must be below 40 years of age.
Terms and Conditions for the above positions include
Attractive remuneration package.
Two (2) years’ contract that is renewable based on excellent performance.
How to Apply
A typed cover letter, together with a current CV, copies of academic transcripts and certificates plus names and addresses of three (3) reputable referees should be directly submitted by 02.00pm on 07th August, 2020 to:
THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
RURAL ELECTRIFICATION AGENCY
PLOT 10 WINDSOR LOOP KOLOLO
2ND FLOOR, HOUSE OF HOPE
P.O BOX 7317 KAMPALA.
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