DT Global is a fast-growing international development organization that focuses on improving the capability, capacity, and effectiveness of development programming in complex global environments. Working across a variety of sectors – including Economic Growth, Environment & Infrastructure, Governance, Human Development, and Stabilization & Transition – we provide world class program management, design, analysis, and monitoring and evaluation services.

Built on the strengths, knowledge, and 50+ years of experience from AECOM International Development, Development Transformations, and the Global Peace and Development Charitable Trust, we have a global ecosystem – including a non-profit partner, the DT Institute – working together to develop cutting edge solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. With corporate offices in the USA, Spain and Australia, in addition to project field offices in over 90 countries around the world, DT Global implements projects funded from a wide array of clients, including USAID, EU, DFAT, NC, MFAT, DFID and other public and private stakeholders. We value learning, research, and rapid program adaptation in response to changing realities on the ground. Together with our global team of experts, we are building technical capabilities across sectors in order to deliver high-quality interventions and transform lives around the world.

Overview: DT Global is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the technical components of community driven development construction activities in Somalia. S/he will work with the senior management team and field staff to determine if/when/how to initiate construction activities that support program objectives. As the lead on engineering and construction , s/he will serve as the the bridge between what is desired and what is practically achievable. Knowledge of the constraints in Somalia is key to ensuring timely delivery of construction commitments, avoiding high-risk endeavors and disappointing communities with unfulfilled promises. S/he will manage the sub-contracts, making sure the subcontractors follow all applicable donor and government laws as well as DT Global policies and procedures in coordination with the Operations Manager, DCOP and Program Implementation Director (PID). S/he will interact with the donor’s third-party monitoring firm to provide necessary documents and access to work sites. The Senior Engineer must have senior-level experience managing and overseeing engineering activities throughout the implementation cycle, including: design, procurement, management, quality assurance/quality control, monitoring and evaluation, close-out and client relations. The Senior Engineer is a key personnel position.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Provide quality assurance/quality control oversight for scopes of work (SOWs), technical specifications, design drawings, bills of quantity (BoQs) and estimates for construction subcontract tenders
• Ensure the program and its subcontractors follow international best practices in design and construction
• Design and/or certify structural designs to all applicable USG standards
• Coordinate all site construction activities
• Serve as the focal point for any design subcontractors
• Supervise all field personnel as required to successfully complete the project on schedule and within budget
• Ensure high quality of work and compliance to the Contractors Quality Control plan
• Be responsible for the construction safety practices with all on-site activities
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Education & Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
• Ten (10) years of relevant professional construction, project scheduling, material procurement, and field supervision experience, in a similar development setting
• Professional certification as Professional Engineer (P. E.) or comparable certification from another country or international organization
• Demonstrated experience in leadership roles, strategic planning, and budget management
• Knowledge of USAID rules and regulations (including environmental protocols)
• Significant experience preparing Bills of Quantity (BOQs), RFPs, SOWs, design documents and overseeing the selection process for construction projects
• Experience managing construction projects/firms from the design phase to the close out/retention period.
• Experience with in-kind activities or small grants under contract activities and has prior work experience in security challenged environments
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Excel and other computer applications
• Strong reporting, writing, analytical, organizational & interpersonal skills
• Somali language skills preferred

Core Competencies:

• TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
• COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
• ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
• CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
• DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
• PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

DT Global, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global, LLC prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.