Vacancy Announcement: Project Civil Engineer

Number of Posts : 1(One)

Supervisor : Project Manager

Duty Station : Kigali, Rwanda

Employment : Full-Time

Duration : 1 year contractual – Renewable

Background

King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation (KFHRF) is a non-profit Foundation dedicated to supporting the growth of Rwanda’s health sector. Through various programs, partnerships, and services at King Faisal Hospital Rwanda and other hospitals across the country, the Foundation strives to enhance specialized medical care, facilitate clinical research, promote education and capacity building, and advance social welfare initiatives. Currently, KFH is undergoing plans to expand to 600+ beds with appropriate adjustments made also to diagnostic and support services to serve the community over a 30-plus year horizon.

King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation is therefore seeking applications from qualified individuals for the position of full-timeProject Civil Engineer to assist in the above project of design and build of King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Expansion from 150 to 600 beds.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project civil engineering oversight: Take a lead role in overseeing all civil engineering aspects of the project, ensuring compliance with local regulations, international standards, and project requirements. Provide technical expertise and guidance on civil engineering matters, including structural integrity, construction materials, and environmental considerations.
2. Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the KFH Facilities and other project stakeholders, Consultants, and contractors, to coordinate civil engineering activities and ensure smooth project progression.
3. Design Review: Participate in design reviews and provide valuable input from a civil engineering perspective to optimise designs for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.
4. Quality Assurance: Implement rigorous quality assurance processes to guarantee that all civil engineering works meet the highest Hospital standards of quality and safety.
5. Construction Management: Supervise and monitor civil engineering activities on-site, resolving any technical issues that may arise promptly.
6. Budget and Schedule Management: Assist the Project Manager in managing the project’s schedule related to civil engineering tasks, ensuring timely completion within allocated resources.
7. Risk Management: Identify potential risks related to civil engineering aspects of the project and develop mitigation strategies to minimize their impact on project delivery.
8. Progress Reporting: Prepare regular progress reports on civil engineering activities, highlighting achievements, challenges, and deviations from the project plan.
9. Client Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for civil engineering-related inquiries from the KFH Facilities, providing timely updates and addressing any concerns they may have.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering; Master’s degree is an advantage.
2. Be registered as a Professional Engineer with a proven license in IER (Institute of Engineers of Rwanda).
3. Minimum (10 years) Proven experience in civil engineering roles, with a focus on construction supervision of complex building projects. Health facilities-related experiences are preferred.
4. In-depth Knowledge and familiarity with engineering practices for healthcare facilities design and standards.
5. Strong proficiency in relevant software tools and applications such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and project management software.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
7. Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
8. Demonstrated leadership capabilities and the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers.
9. Proficiency in designing and managing the infrastructure systems essential for hospital operation.
10. Familiarity with local regulations and codes governing civil engineering construction in Rwanda is an advantage.
11. Prior experience in the healthcare sector or with hospital infrastructure projects is desirable.
12. Fluency in English; proficiency in Kinyarwanda or French is an asset.