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Civil Engineer (water) job at Mubende District Service Commission | Apply Now

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Mubende, Uganda

Full-time

Deadline:

May 17, 2024 at 2:00:00 PM

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Civil Engineer (water) job at Mubende District Service Commission | Apply Now

Job Title

Civil Engineer (water) job at Mubende District Service Commission

Job Description

Obtaining necessary permits, approvals, and regulatory compliance for engineering projects from local, state, and federal agencies, and ensuring adherence to environmental regulations and zoning laws.

Duties and Responsibilities

Design: Designing infrastructure and public works projects such as roads, bridges, buildings, dams, airports, water supply systems, sewage systems, and environmental protection facilities using engineering principles and software tools.
Analysis: Performing structural analysis, geotechnical analysis, hydraulic analysis, and environmental impact assessments to evaluate the feasibility, safety, and sustainability of engineering designs and construction projects.
Planning: Participating in project planning, site investigations, feasibility studies, and engineering surveys to assess project requirements, constraints, and risks before initiating design and construction activities.
Construction Management: Overseeing construction activities, monitoring progress, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and building codes, and resolving construction-related issues and challenges.
Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC): Implementing QA/QC procedures to ensure the quality, integrity, and safety of engineering designs, materials, and construction workmanship throughout the project lifecycle.
Project Coordination: Coordinating with architects, other engineers, contractors, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to manage project timelines, budgets, resources, and deliverables.
Permitting and Regulatory Compliance: Obtaining necessary permits, approvals, and regulatory compliance for engineering projects from local, state, and federal agencies, and ensuring adherence to environmental regulations and zoning laws.
Risk Management: Identifying potential risks and hazards associated with engineering projects, implementing risk mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Documentation: Preparing engineering drawings, specifications, reports, and documentation to communicate project requirements, design details, construction plans, and engineering recommendations to project stakeholders.
Client Relations: Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients, providing technical expertise and guidance, addressing client concerns and requirements, and ensuring client satisfaction with engineering services and project outcomes.

Qualifications and Competencies

Education: A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is typically required. Some positions, especially those in research, academia, or management, may require a master's degree or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering.
Licensure: Civil engineers must be licensed to practice in the United States. This typically involves completing a degree from an accredited engineering program, gaining relevant work experience under a licensed engineer, and passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and the Professional Engineer (PE) exam.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in various engineering principles, theories, and practices related to civil engineering disciplines such as structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, and environmental engineering.
Software Proficiency: Familiarity with engineering software tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro, and various modeling and simulation software used for design, analysis, and drafting.
Project Management Skills: Ability to manage projects from conception to completion, including project planning, budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and quality control.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary for effectively communicating with clients, stakeholders, project team members, regulatory agencies, and contractors.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify engineering challenges, evaluate alternative solutions, and implement effective engineering designs and solutions.
Attention to Detail: Precision and attention to detail are essential in civil engineering to ensure the accuracy and safety of engineering designs, calculations, and construction plans.
Ethical Standards: Adherence to ethical standards and professional codes of conduct in engineering practice, including integrity, honesty, and accountability.
Continuing Education: Engaging in ongoing professional development activities, such as continuing education courses, workshops, seminars, and professional conferences, to stay updated on advancements in civil engineering technology, regulations, and best practices.