Technical Advisor- Engineer - OSCE Office - Yerevan

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Within its Good Governance programme in order to assist the Office in elaboration and review of technical documents, the OSCE Office in Yerevan wishes to hire a Technical Advisor/ Engineer.

The expected outcome of the work is:
- Identification of best quality design proposals for the School premises;
- Insurance of quality and timely submission of documents for construction tender;
- Identification of best quality construction proposals.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in selection of best technical design for renovation of the School premises on the basis of the offers received by the Office in response to a corresponding Request for Quotations;
- Assist in drafting documents for the subsequent construction tender to be announced for the actual renovation works in the School premises;
- Assist in assessing the ensuing construction proposals submitted to the Office in response to this tender.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Advanced University degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture or related discipline;
- Excellent ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, construction details, notes and instructions, construction sequencing, scheduling and means and methods of carrying out construction;
- Excellent knowledge of construction terminology and pricing;
- A good working knowledge in civil and structural construction practices and quality control procedures; sufficient knowledge of building codes and regulations; civil, seismic and/or structural theory;
- Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational and prioritization skills;
- Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members;
- Previous exposure to international funded relevant projects or employment with international construction firms is an asset;
- Excellent language skills in Armenian and Russian languages. Knowledge of English language is a plus;
- Computer skills in MS Windows, Word and Excel. Internet is a plus.

REMUNERATION/ SALARY:
National Professional 1 level

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
To apply for this position, the offline application form (attached below) along with cover letter should be submitted directly to the OSCE Office in Yerevan at: 64/1 Sundukyan street, Yerevan 0012, Republic of Armenia, or by email quoting the vacancy post title "Technical Advisor/ Engineer" to: recruitpersonnel-am@osce.org .