Quantity Surveyor – Retainer UNOPS

Application period 11-Apr-2023 to 26-Apr-2023

Functional Responsibilities:

Under the overall supervision of the Project Manager and under direct supervision of the Deputy Manager, the Quantity Surveyor will perform the following tasks:

• Work closely with the Project Manager, Deputy Project Manager and, Engineers in the planning of projects, scheduling of tasks and developing integrated bid documentations.
• Undertake market surveys, build up rates, develop BoQs and engineers’ estimates, specifications and related documents and ensure they meet quality standard requirements and project expectations.
• Support in managing contracts, preparing variation orders and/or changes in scope and managing contract risks.
• Knowledge Management, Innovation and Reporting

Work closely with the Project Manager, Deputy Project Manager and, Engineers in the planning of projects, scheduling of tasks and developing integrated bid documentations.

• Responsible for planning project plans, scheduling tasks and monitoring and evaluating outcomes of tasks delivered
• Conduct material market surveys and build up estimates of unit rates for construction work items;
• Responsible for preparing construction cost estimates and participate in the preparation of the Engineer’s Estimates;
• Be available to respond to bill of quantities and the Engineer’s Estimate related inquiries/questions during UNOPS’ design and procurement review process;
• Support to respond to bidder inquiries related to the bill of quantity items and provide clarification as requested during bid evaluation stages to contract award;
• Upon request by the technical team, respond to the inquiries/questions related to the prices built up in bill of quantities during works contracts management;
• Participate in project team meetings, knowledge sharing sessions and site visits (if requested). Perform other tasks as directed by the Project Managers.

Undertake market surveys, build up rates, develop BoQs and engineers’ estimates, specifications and related documents and ensure they meet quality standard requirements and project expectations.

• Use market surveys information to consolidate material, labour, equipment and human resources’ prices from the market across project geographical area.
• Build up rates for project tasks using 2D and 3D modeling techniques that span quarterly, half year and full year circles and consolidate the rates for new project proposals and continuing works.
• Develop engineers estimates for contracts and justify the rates against bid prices of prospective contractors
• Responsible for carrying out financial evaluations of tenders
• Develop bill of quantities and describe work items to meet industry standards
• Prepare definitive specifications for work items to meet UNOPS and international industry standards
• Assist in preparing other tender documents as may be requested by the Project Managers

Support in managing contracts, preparing variation orders and/or changes in scope and managing contract risks.

• Support the Project Managers in developing contracts and associated documents for contract delivery.
• Support in addressing contractual issues during contract implementations and prepare variation orders and change requests for review and approval
• Participates in the development of contract risk assessments and risk management plans, including mitigating measures
• Develops contract compliance checklists and implementation plans
• Participates in the assessment of contractor performance, including advice and action to address instances of poor performance and/or non-compliance with contractual obligations
• Within the terms and conditions of the contract, works towards resolution of conflicts or performance issues arising in cases of poor performance and/or non-compliance with contractual obligations.
• Responsible for drafting relevant audit responses on contract management related issues, as required
• Support to liaises with other departments, including the Procurement, in relation to claims and disputes, demanding specific performance, claiming against warranties, and other contractual remedies.
• Drafts formal communications as required.

Knowledge Management, Innovation and Reporting

• In close coordination with the PM and DPM, contributes to the implementation of standards, tools and templates provided by HQ to effectively manage development and manage projects to closure.
• Contribute to the ongoing research, development and implementation of best practices and innovative approaches to maximize performance and sustain achievements in project development and implementation.
• Contribute to the dissemination and sharing of best practices and lessons learned for planning and knowledge building within projects development and implementation.
• Liaise with the Programme Management Office (PMO) Team Members to complete project assurance related tasks.
• Support in drafting reports especially in relation to costing, budgeting and contracts.
• Support the coordination and management of communications.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education/Experience/Language requirements:Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Quantity Surveying or Building Technology or Construction Management or Construction Engineering and Management or Building Science or Civil Engineering is required.

Experience:

• Minimum 4 years experience in Quantity Surveying is required.
• Previous experience in developing countries and knowledge in the Zambia country context is required.
• Experienced in QS software, as well as spreadsheets (Excel and or Google sheets) is required

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge in any other UN language is desirable.

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Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.