E T Consultant at World Bank Group

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  • Abuja, FCT, World Bank Group View on Map
  • Post Date : March 24, 2024
  • Apply Before : March 31, 2024
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  • Job ID 48077
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Job Description

The World Bank Group – Established in 1944, the WBG is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for development solutions. In fiscal year 2018, the WBG committed $67 billion in loans, grants, equity investments and guarantees to its members and private businesses, of which $24 billion was concessional finance to its poorest members. It is governed by 188-member countries and delivers services out of 120 offices with nearly 15,000 staff located globally.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: E T Consultant

Job ID.: req26545
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full Time
Sector: General Services
Grade: EC2
Term Duration: 1 year 0 months
Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment

Job Description

  • The Project Manager reports to the Manager, International Real Estate (GCSIR) and handles major components of facilities projects, comprising acquisition, design, and construction of Bank’s offices around the world.
  • He or She delivers the work program under Manager direction and as required, with the advice from Senior Project Managers working closely with the Senior Project Managers in the unit, with managers at all levels at Headquarters and Country Offices, internal business units and service providers, attorneys, real estate brokers, landlords, furniture, and equipment manufacturers, architectural, engineering and project management firms, and construction contractors.

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Delivers the work program under Manager direction and as required, with the advice from senior project managers.
  • Responsible for providing technical support towards the construction of the World Bank Office Premises in Abuja, Nigeria. The technical support includes support to project and contract management, as well as monitoring of construction works on site. The incumbent collaborates closely with the different stakeholders and provides local knowledge and expertise to help meet the needs of the project.
  • Develops project program with the client.
  • Prepares cost-benefit analysis to evaluate lease versus buy versus build alternatives.
  • Resolves scope of required resources and mobilizes them from within/outside the Bank.
  • Identifies, inspects, and evaluates alternative sites and buildings, and determine their suitability for the Bank’s requirements and needs.
  • Supports technical interaction with the internal real estate group lease or purchase formation and negotiations.
  • Conducts review of terms and conditions of lease proposals and assists in formulating strategy for lease transactions.
  • Sets the project budget and schedule, and leads the planning, design, and construction process, coordinating inputs from Bank units and outside firms on all aspects of the project from inception through final completion.
  • Coordinates and directs all implementation activities and resources. Analyzes needs, identifies potential issues, and develops optimal solutions considering user requirements, technical constraints, resource availability, Bank policies, standards, and guidelines.
  • Supports the selection of design & supervision consultants, contractors, and specialty consultants for projects.
  • Manages the preparation of construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Manages the preparations of project presentations to staff, SR Management, and governance oversight teams.
  • Monitors the project budget and schedule and takes appropriate corrective action when needed to adhere to the pre-established budget and schedule.
  • Assures the final completion and timely occupancy of projects in a cost-effective manner.
  • Prepares for requisitions and approves invoices submitted by vendors/contacts and prepares the required documentation for payments.
  • Prepares timely project reporting for clients and SR management.
  • Manages accurate projects documents filing.
  • Oversees and monitors post-occupancy activities.

Selection Criteria

  • A Master’s Degree, preferably MA/MS or M. Eng. (Architectural, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering) with five years of relevant experience or a Bachelor’s Degree in combination with 10 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the master’s degree.
  • Demonstrated Project Management experience. A PMP, PRINCE2 or similar certification would be an advantage.
  • Detailed knowledge of building design and construction with a thorough understanding of architectural design concepts, building systems and equipment as applied to large comprehensive construction and renovation projects, sustainability principles. Basic knowledge of institutional interior design theory and practices.
  • Experience with the procurement of goods, works and services.
  • Relevant international experience in developing countries. Experience working on projects in Africa would be an advantage.
  • Proficiency in written and oral English is required. Other languages proficiencies will be an added advantage.
  • Robust negotiation skills, including working experience planning and preparing negotiations, setting clear objectives and strategy to achieve them.
  • Masters fluent English.

Competencies:

  • Client Orientation – Takes personal responsibility and accountability for timely response to client queries, requests or needs, working to remove obstacles that may impede execution or overall success.
  • Drive for Results – Takes personal ownership and accountability to meet deadlines and achieve agreed-upon results and has the personal organization to do so.
  • Teamwork (Collaboration) and Inclusion – Collaborates with other team members and contributes productively to the team’s work and output, demonstrating respect for different points of view.
  • Knowledge, Learning and Communication – Actively seeks knowledge needed to complete assignments and shares knowledge with others, communicating and presenting information in a clear and organized manner.
  • Business Judgment and Analytical Decision Making – Analyzes facts and data to support sound, logical decisions regarding own and others’ work.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2024 (11:59pm UTC).

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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