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Job Description:

The Project Engineer oversees the overall aspect of an assigned project, including planning. Budgeting, procurement, monitoring, and final evaluation. He/she will directly coordinate with the supervisor, project heads, and local government unit ensuring any renovations and constructions are of quality in accordance to the standard building code. He/she will also conduct a regular on site monitoring within the project areas.

This is a fixed-term post for two years based in Tacloban City.

Major Responsibilities:

Plan, Design and Budget

• Coordinate with the project team to plan, design and allocate the budget the construction and renovation works based on the project implementation plan and the given budget.
• Lead the whole process related to the construction, renovation and even repair under the supervisor or project head like project director, project manager in collaboration with the field team.
• Ensure that all documentary requirements are completed.

Regular and Final Evaluation Site Visits and Monitoring

• Regular site visits to monitor and ensure the contract is implementing all the activities based on the agreement and plan.
• Provide the technical support to the field team by all means to ensure that all works are properly completed.
• Make final evaluation with the engineer from partner LGU and support the issuance of certificate from LGU.

Support Procurement Process 

• Produce the essential document such as work plan or other important internal documents to initiate the procurement process.
• Provide the technical support to the procurement team and procurement committee with integrity to find the best contractor for the given construction activities.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Closely coordinate with LGU and field team to fully fill the need of the community and LGU (from the design to the final completion).
• Respond to communication inquiries and concerns from the local partners.
• Direct and supervise the ongoing construction as described in the work plan.

Support Regular Payment Processing

• Make a internal document to confirm that each phase was completed based on the plan to facilitate the payment process.
• Make a regular monitoring report (or site visit report) to the supervisor or project (program) head based on the agreement.

Organizational Contribution

• Perform other related duties as instructed by project heads.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction or Related Engineering Fields.
• Licensed Engineer (PRC license with a practice focus on construction execution).
• At least three years of job experience in construction project sites and related fields.
• Proven experience working with LGUs for site permits, clearances, and local coordination.
• Deeply familiar with the environment, geography, and local conditions of Eastern, Central, and Western Visayas.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Eastern Visayas and to Western/Central Visayas based on project site needs.
• High level of integrity, strong work ethics, and excellent communication skills.
• Related training or certifications (preferred, e.g., COSH/BOSH safety training, Project Management professional certifications).

World Vision is committed to safeguarding all children as well as adults living where World Vision operates. We have zero tolerance for incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with our work. Therefore, World Vision does not hire staff whose background is not suitable for working with children or vulnerable adults, even if their role does not interact directly with them. Each potential team member needs to understand the importance of these issues and be open to further training and guidance on our safeguarding policies and responsibilities.

Application Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.

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