Structural Engineer (SOG/ ST 7)

Job Purpose

The Structural Engineer is responsible for supervising the implementation of building infrastructure works and any consultant hired. The incumbent will ensure that work plans, schedules and quality standards are maintained, in addition to: 

• preparing engineering designs for new buildings, retaining walls and supervise the rehabilitation and maintenance of existing structures; 
• conducting site visits and attending site meetings; 
• assessing technical standards; 
• developing corrective strategies for engineering/technical defects and reviewing plans, diagrams and engineering designs completed by the Civil Engineers and other professionals, and 
• assist in developing project proposals. 

Key Responsibilities

• Monitors and co-ordinates the implementation of the technical supervision and construction of building contracts with the Superintendent Roads and Works of each Local Authority and other designated officers in the Agencies, to ensure compliance with all project requirements; 
• Liaises with the Consultants contracted to implement various components of the Project, islandwide, on behalf of the Ministry by; 
  • Attending monthly meetings to plan and review project implementation, and troubleshooting any problems that may arise in accordance with Ministry requirements, ensuring that Project objectives are being achieved by the contractors; 
  • Monitoring and co-ordinating inspection of on-going construction works to ensure adherence to design specifications; to meet project objectives and quality standard; ensuring that the required deadlines are being achieved; 
  • Resolving construction related problems, in conjunction with Technical Director, to eliminate possible delays; 
  • Convening meetings with consultants, as required, if problems with Project implementation arise; 
• Designs and prepares structural details that are required for any public buildings and markets, as required; 
• Approves work completed by contractors, in conjunction with Superintendents in the Local Authorities and designated officers in the Agencies; 
• Advises the Technical Director on the progress of all projects, identifying problems arising and recommending corrective action to be taken, where necessary; 
• Prepares monthly progress reports for all assigned projects; 
• Co-ordinates with Public Health Department, Jamaica Public Service, National Water Commission, Telecommunications providers, regarding the provision of utilities; convenes meetings and undertakes required activities to ensure timely implementation of services; 
• Provides building maintenance inspection and makes recommendations, as required;
• Co-ordinates various disciplines to conduct site surveys; 
• Prepares structural designs, working drawings and materials and construction specifications; 
• Prepares schedule of materials for placing orders; 
• Provides technical supervision of jobs assigned during construction, including periodic site inspections, attending site meetings, issuing of variation orders; 
• Undertakes any other duties necessary for the satisfactory completion of infrastructure rehabilitation. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

Core: 

• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines 
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Ability to work with teams 
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms 

Functional: 

• Highly developed skills in engineering designs 
• Highly developed team skills 
• Highly developed Project Planning and Management skills 
• Contract Management Skills 
• Competence in industry computer applications 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• B.Sc. Degree in Structural/Civil Engineering or the successful completion of Parts A and B of the examination of the Institution of Civil Engineers, 
• Complete any other professional or statutory requirements that may arise from time to time i.e. Be a Registered Professional Engineer 
• A minimum of five (5) years experience in Civil Engineering with at least 3 years experience in Structural design of buildings and bridges, retaining structures, Piers, Explosives Stores and other Civil Engineering Structures. 

Special Conditions Associated with The Job:

• Will be required to travel the entire island on special assignments, where necessary
• Will be required to work long hours, after hours and on weekends and public holidays, when the need arises

ONLY PERSONS WITH THE REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES ARE TO APPLY. 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.