Background/Context:
The IRC has operated in Syria since 2012, providing protection, health, economic recovery, and early childhood development programs in Idleb, Aleppo, Ar-Raqqa, Hassakeh, and Deir ez-Zor, with new programs expanding into Hama, rural Damascus, and Homs. With a team of over 700 members, the IRC has established trust and strong community relationships, ensuring access and effective service delivery. It plays a significant role in Syriaโs NGO, donor, and coordination forums, holding key positions and adapting to the evolving context.
With the new realities under the new government, as of December 2024, the IRC has deployed a team to Damascus to set up operations and engage in coordination structures for newly accessible areas across Syriaโincluding parts of NES, NWS, and other previously unreachable locations in South and Central Syria, adjusting operations to maximize coverage and efficiency.
Job Overview/Summary:
Under direct supervision of the Filed Sr manager, the engineer will ensure the correct and high-quality performance of IRC construction and maintenance projects.
The projects include the construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of water and sewage systems, prefabricated and building infrastructures, electrical and solar power systems etc, in IRC programs filed sites, as well as IRC offices and premises.
This is in accordance with IRC policies and construction-authorized codes.
The engineer will work with the Supply Chain, Finance, and program teams to develop standard operation procedures (SOPs) for IRC construction and rehabilitation projects.
Responsibilities:
The engineer will ensure the proper implementation for rehabilitation and construction projects in IRC-filed sites and premises at all project stages, which includes: Planning and preparation stage: Before raising the project for bidding, the engineer will prepare or revising the technical study package (Bill of quantities (BoQs), technical specifications and schemes, etc.) and ensuring that each component has been prepared comprehensively and according to construction authorized codes (the updated Syrian code and the other codes used officially in Syria). Bidding and contracting stages: the engineer will figure out scoring technical criteria of bidding technical evaluation, as well as the engineer will revise the received offers and prepare the technical evaluation for the projects accordingly. The engineer will develop the technical specifications for the rehabilitation/construction work or may verify the technical specifications developed by the program team and recommend changes as required. The engineer will evaluate and score the technical section of the construction/rehabilitation bids and proposals. The engineer will inspect the work delivered by the contractors / suppliers according to the supply chain SOPs and the construction SOPs, the engineer will develop inspections reports for the Field Sr manager, develop the change orders as required, Implementation stage: the engineer will be checking the implementation of IRC projects on the ground and make sure that all are implemented as the contractual agreement and time schedule and submit progress reports accordingly. Completion: the engineer will check the quality and quantities of the implemented project items and make sure their match to the contractual technical studies, as well as the engineer will evaluate the contractorโ performance during the project period and before signing the Certificate of Completion by the program lead. Improve SOPs (standards operation pressures) that control and organize comprehensibly all stages of construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects implemented by IRC. The engineer will check the evidence of change and amendment orders and verify its technical acceptance in case any modification happens during the implementation of the project.Reporting:
The engineer will prepare and submit technical analysis and reports related to all the project phases. Immediately reports any variation or problem arising in the project at the site to the Line Manager. Check materials received at the site meet the agreed standards and align with approved BoQs Checks and certify substantial construction progress/completion and the corresponding pre/post installment payments stipulated in the contract. Advise Line Manager to withhold payment for any work which has been rejected or any work which is not in compliance with the agreed drawings/sketches. Assist as an experienced witness in litigation arising from the development or construction of the project and in bearings before various approving and regulatory agencies. Ensure that the Contractor maintains safety on site and clears the site after the completion of the rehabilitation work. Immediately reports any variation or problem arising in the project at the site to the Line Manager. Check materials received at the site meet the agreed standards and align with approved BoQs Checks and certify substantial construction progress/completion and the corresponding pre/post installment payments stipulated in the contract. Advise Line Manager to withhold payment for any work which has been rejected or any work which is not in compliance with the agreed drawings/sketches. Assist as an expert witness in litigation arising from the development or construction of the project and in bearings before various approving and regulatory agencies. Ensure that the Contractor maintains safety on site and clears the site after the completion of the rehabilitation work. They will provide technical advice and solutions in case a technical problem appear during any stage of the projects. Ensure that the contractor adheres to the site ledger maintained by IRC for critical projects and signs off Actively participate in the field needs assessment at the proposal development stage as well as during emergency field assessment surveys to estimate the cost of required repair/maintenance/rehabilitation/construction of infrastructure.Staff Performance Management, Learning & Development:
Job Requirements:
Bachelorโs degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or other appropriate construction related field. At least 2-4 years technical experience in implementing construction and rehabilitation projects, of which a minimum of 2 experience years in humanitarian response in Syria. 1 year of experience in supervision and team management. Previous experience in an emergency or conflict-afflicted setting is required.Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
A commitment to IRCโs mission, vision, values and IRC Way โ Professional Code of Conduct. Credible written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development Validated sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to handle complex situations diplomatically and to effective resolution. Excellent management and interpersonal skills and a solid ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross-cultural context. Validated ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional patience. Highly collaborative and resourceful; ability to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other partners to maximize cooperation and productivity. Curiosity, a desire to continually learn and develop and a sense of humor is a must. Analytical ability in creating effective solutions to complex matters while adhering to labor laws and internal policies. Previous involvement in implementation processes (including development of bill of quantities, cost estimations, technical specification, schemes, analysis structures loadโฆ. etc.) is essential. Very good user for engineering programs (AutoCAD, Google earth, ETABS, REVIT ,etc.) Competent in Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel as well as online platforms such as zoom, teams, etc. Very good reading, writing, and speaking skills in both English and Arabic are required. Excellent initiator and able to handle multiple tasks.Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
A commitment to IRCโs mission, vision, values and IRC Way โ Professional Code of Conduct. Credible written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development. Validated sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to handle complex situations diplomatically and to effective resolution. Excellent management and interpersonal skills and a solid ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross-cultural context. Validated ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional patience. Highly collaborative and resourceful; ability to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other partners to maximize cooperation and productivity. Curiosity, a desire to continually learn and develop is a must. Analytical ability in creating effective solutions to complex matters while adhering to labor laws and internal policies.Language/Travel:
Arabic and English are required. Raqqa base / with frequent visits to interventionsโ locations in IRC filed sites and premises in whole of Syria.Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to:Field Sr manager
Position directly supervises: N/A
Indirect Reporting (If applicable):
Key Internal Contacts: Regular relationships with country Supply Chain staff at all levels, Field Director, and Project Coordinators/Managers. Actively participate in supply chain meetings and lead sessions as required.
Key External Contacts: May Serve as IRC Supply Chain representative in outside meetings, other non-governmental organizations, inter-agency groups, and foundations.
Professional Standards: IRC staff must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way โ Global Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, IRC operates and carries out policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-Workplace Harassment, Respect at Work Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
Returning National Candidates: We strongly encourage national or returning national candidates to apply for this position. If you are a citizen of the country where this position is based and are currently residing outside of your home country, you may be eligible for an attractive relocation package. Eligibility is determined based on IRC's operational needs and specific role requirements. IRC strives to attract, motivate, and retain qualified national staff in our programs.
Accountability to Clients: IRC staff must adhere to the commitment of contributing to the sustainability and development of its (CR) Client Responsiveness Mechanisms, preserving the culture of prioritizing the needs of our clients and affected communities by systematically listening to their perspectives and using their feedback to make programmatic decisions and give them greater influence over program design and delivery.