UNDP Jobs - 85537- Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer

Location :

Nicosia, CYPRUS

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

08-Jul-2019

Application Deadline :

23-Jun-19 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

National Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

2 months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

Market ‘ex-wholesale section’

The market (Bandabuliya) is an important landmark almost on the geometric centre of the Walled City of Nicosia. It was the first organised market of Nicosia and represents the focal point for commercial activities in the Selimiye quarter.

It was an open market, then it became partially closed, taking its present form by 1932. The building was separated into retail and wholesale areas. The building is of mixed construction consisting of sandstones, pit stones and reinforced concrete suggesting additions at different times of its history.

The wholesale area was vacated and subsequently rehabilitated in 2003 - 2004 and converted into a ‘bandabuliya recreation area’. However, during the past decade it was left unused. In 2018, a small part has been converted into a theatre/café.

The EC funded ‘Nicosia Bandabuliya Creative Entrepreneurship Hub’ will be established in this area of the ex-wholesale section.

Therefore, the structural stability/condition of the building of the wholesale section is necessary to be technically reviewed and assessed.

The records of the beneficiary show that the columns were enlarged, tie-beams constructed between columns, wooden trusses were repaired, and additional trusses in iron were installed.

Related drawings, documents, tests result from that period of rehabilitation of the wholesale area will be provided for reference to the selected Structural Engineer.

This project is funded by the European Union.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the UNDP Senior Programme Manager and direct supervision of the Senior Technical Officer, the structural engineer will:

Review and assess the existing drawings, documents regarding the interventions made some 15 years ago
Suggest, if needed, some tests & investigations (these tests will be carried out by UNDP) and evaluate their results
Create Finite Element modelling of the building and assess its behaviour against various loading conditions, especially seismic taking into account the local seismicity parameters, unless otherwise advised
Assess the structural condition of the building and make recommendations
If needed further measurements shall be carried out by the Structural Engineer.

Deliverables

The Structural Engineer shall submit a Condition Assessment Report. The report shall contain:

Existing structural drawings; plans, elevations and sections of the building
Tests results and investigation outputs (if any) and related assessments of these results and outputs
Finite Element Method analysis output
Any other technical detail the Structural Engineer deems necessary
A conclusion section with assessments and recommendations.

Narrative parts of the reports must be written in good English and must be proof read before submission to UNDP.

Payment shall be made against the receipt and approval of the Condition Assessment Report.

Competencies

Other than the specific and technical competencies required in order to perform the duties described above, the following personal and general competencies will be needed:

Overall Professionalism, Integrity, Enthusiasm & Commitment;
Good problem-solving skills; ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given;
Ability to plan own work and meet tight deadlines;
Able to work efficiently with minimal direction and self-disciplined with strong work ethic;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive attitude;
Remains calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure;
Demonstrates integrity by behaving according to the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Maintains effective partnerships and working relations with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Excellent analytical and document drafting skills;
Partner in a team effectively and work as team;
Good problem-solving skills; ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given; ability to plan own work and meet tight deadlines; attention to detail;
Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills;
Excellent analytical and document drafting skills and ability to gather, analyse and evaluate data on technical aspects of Cultural Heritage preservation;
Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Civil/Structural Engineering degree
10 years of post-university experience in civil / structural engineering projects

Experience:

10 years of post-university experience in civil / structural engineering projects
Proven experience of structural designs of reinforced concrete buildings, warehouses/factories
Proven experience of structural designs of trusses (wood or metal) for large span roofs
Proven experience of structural assessment for the rehabilitation of existing reinforced concrete buildings, warehouses/factories.

Language requirements:

Fluency in spoken and written English
Working knowledge of Turkish and/or Greek an asset

Valid registration/membership with the relevant professional association & Competency in computer use is also a requirement.

Application:

Interested candidates must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications:

CV: Submission of CV
References: Contact details of 3 references.

Financial Proposal: Applicants requested to submit financial proposal for the assignments defined in this term of reference as:

A lump sum financial offer for the deliverables, Condition Assessment Report(up to 20 working days within 2 months of contract commencement); shall cover all expenditures including fees, health insurance, vaccination, international (all travel to join duty station/repatriation travel) or local travel (place of residence to office and office to place of residence), cost of living and any other relevant expenses related to the performance of services. Leave benefits (annual, sick, paternity, maternity) are not applicable to Individual Contractor and absent days including weekends and office holidays are not payable.

Logistics; The Engineer shall use his/her office and can also use the UNDP office from time to time. Meetings if required will be held at UNDP offices. Travelling to the project site is to be arranged and borne by the Engineer. Access to the building will be facilitated by UNDP.

Tests that may be required will be undertaken by UNDP

Evaluation / Selection Process

All applicants will be screened against qualifications and the competencies set above. Candidates fully meeting the requirements will be further evaluated based on the criteria below.

Technical Criteria (CV review and desk review/interview) – 70% of total evaluation – max. 70 points

CV review - 30 points:

Educational qualification as defined in the ToR (15 points)
Experience in civil / structural engineering projects (at least 10 years) (15 points)

Only candidates who obtained at least 70% of points from the CV review (who will score at least 21 points) will be eligible to be invited for an interview/desk review.

Desk review/Interview - 40 points:

Experience in 2 designs of reinforced concrete buildings, warehouses/factories – 15 points

Experience in 2 designs of roofs with wooden and/or metal trusses – 10 points

Experience in 2 assessing the structural condition of reinforced concrete buildings, warehouses/factories – 10 points

Prior experience in Cyprus– 5 points

Only those individual consultants who obtained at least 70% of points from the desk review/interview (28 out of 40) will be considered for financial proposal evaluation.

Financial Criteria - 30% of total evaluation – max. 30 points.

Financial scores will be calculated using the formula [lowest offer / financial offer of the candidate x 30].

UNDP applies the “Best value for money approach” – the final selection will be based on the combination of the applicants’ qualification and financial proposal.

Payment Term:

Upon submission and approval of the Condition Assessment Report by UNDP.