Haiti | Project engineer

Closing date: 20 Jul 2012

Chemonics

Chemonics seeks a short-term project engineer for the ongoing USAID/OTI-funded Haiti Recovery Initiative II in Cap-Haitien and Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The project engineer will assist in the supervision and oversight of a wide range of small-scale and large-scale infrastructure projects. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include: * Design and implement infrastructure projects, including the rehabilitation of infrastructure, road rehabilitation, community infrastructure for urban renewal, markets, and water points * Work with development and implementation teams to review construction specifications and plans * Write technical scopes of work and review proposals * Provide input and oversight of construction subcontracts * Ensure overall quality and adherence to standards of construction projects

Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering required; experience in construction management preferred * Five years of progressively responsible work experience in construction management and supervision of new projects or complex rehabilitation projects * Experience with a USAID or donor-funded projects preferred * Experience with complex field operations in unstable developing countries preferred * Experience working in Haiti or similar environments and on rapid transition programs in insecure environments preferred * Knowledge and experience working with AutoCAD and scheduling software preferred * Experience using mobile GPS units to locate activity intervention areas * Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions for prolonged periods * Good oral communication and writing skills required; excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage diverse professional relationships essential * Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity * English fluency required; French, Haitian Creole, or Spanish proficiency preferred

How to apply:

Send resume and cover letter in electronic submissions to hristtarecruit@chemonics.com with the subject line “HRI Project Engineer” by July 20, 2012. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

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Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

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