Quantity Surveying Engineer (internally only)

Org. Setting and ReportingUNRWA is a United Nations agency established by the General Assembly in 1949 and is mandated to provide assistance and protection to a population of some 5.8 million registered Palestine refugees. Its mission is to help Palestine refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank and the Gaza Strip to achieve their full potential in human development, pending a just solution to their plight. UNRWA's services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance, and emergency assistance. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East with more than 30,000 staff. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you. The incumbent reports to the Measurement, Cost & Contracts Engineer. ResponsibilitiesChecks and analyses the architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings to extract measurements and converts them into quantities; produces the total and description for each item; verifies and discusses unclear items with the Designers, discrepancies or irregularities to ensure accuracy and consistency. Prepares cost estimates and cost analysis for valuation purposes (variation orders, claims, and other related items); carries out cost comparisons for different types of construction systems and advises on feasibility and cost effectiveness. Maintains cost information and database for the works under his/her responsibility; updates database for cost estimates to be used for construction and maintenance items price analysis. Assists supervisor in carrying out random technical quality and cost verification of final accounts and Agency-supplied materials for construction and maintenance projects. Participates in verification of interim and final project accounts when required. Assists supervisor in documenting and maintaining records of taking-off sheets, standard forms for construction and maintenance works, specifications and other relevant form. Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor CompetenciesUN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. Creating and Innovating Deciding and Initiating Action Relating and Networking Learning and Researching EducationA university degree from an accredited educational institute in quantity surveying, construction economics or a related discipline. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceAt least two years’ experience in quantity surveying duties in construction and maintenance works is required Excellent knowledge and experience in utilizing specialized quantity surveying software (billing, estimating, cost control and cash flow) is required Are you a registered Palestine refugee? If yes, please provide your Ration Card Number. It is highly recommended to respond to this question in order to assist us in further assessing your application. Please explain below? Is required. Do you have close relative(s) in UNRWA (mother, father, daughter, son, sister brother)? If yes, please provide full name(s) and relationship. It is highly recommended to respond to this question in order to assist us in further assessing your application. Please explain below. Is required Candidates are required to make a declaration as to whether they have any current or past affiliations with non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, political organizations, military, or have/are engaged in activities or have made any public statements, that could be seen to impact their neutrality, objectivity or independence in the performance of their duties for the UN / UNRWA. Any declaration will not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration for this post. (i) Knowledge of the latest development of new materials, construction methods, construction methods, latest construction market rates, standard methods of measurement, and low-cost construction is desirable Knowledge of market prices related to his/her line of work is desirable LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Arabic is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).