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Construction Manager

Job Description

Position: CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
Status: Fixed Time 2 Months (with possibility of extension)
Location: Kilo Project – Al Qaeda Hospital – IBB Governorate

Doctors Without Borders / Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, humanitarian, non-governmental organization providing assistance to people in need as a result of natural and man-made disasters, irrespective of race, religion, ideology or politics.

Main Purpose

Panning, coordinating and monitoring all logistics activities in the project related to construction and rehabilitation according to MSF protocols and standards in order to ensure that construction works meet the needs of MSF programmes.

Accountabilities

  • In collaboration with the Project Coordinator and the Logistics / Technical Logistics Coordinator, planning, establishing and reviewing all the construction and/or rehabilitation activities in the project.
  • Monitoring and ensuring the implementation of the construction and/or rehabilitation activities in the project ensuring compliance to MSF standards, protocols and procedures, and reporting to the line manager on the development of the ongoing programmes. This includes the following:   
    • Planning construction/rehabilitation projects to be performed in the mission, participating in the project design and development and ensuring that technical aspects are met and are in compliance with the local construction habits
    • Participating in the preparation of budgets associated to construction/rehabilitation projects, preparing invoices for payment of the works.
  • Ensuring technical support for his area of activity and provides coaching to logistics staff under his/her responsibility.
  • Following up and reporting on the works' progress and on technical aspects of the work and participating in monthly reports according to guidelines (SitRep, Logistics Statistical Report, etc.)
  • Performing delegated tasks according to his/her speciality and as specified in his/her job description
  • Context Specifics
  • Technical Design: Based on feasibility sketches, carry out the technical design of the buildings in accordance with local constraints (materials, equipment, and skills), in collaboration with other technical departments (WASH, Energy).
  • Tender Documentation: Compile the files required for a clear understanding of the project to launch calls for tender. This includes:
    • Technical drawings (site plans, architectural plans, sections/elevations, structural plans/details, and Watsan/electrical layouts where applicable).
    • Technical specifications for all technical families.
    • Bills of Quantities (BoQ) and cost estimates for bid comparison.
    • Lists of biomedical equipment and interior fittings (where applicable).
  • Procurement: Launch calls for tender and participate in the evaluation of bids alongside the Technical Project Coordinator.
  • Scheduling: Create work schedules and/or monitor schedules established with service providers. Update them based on the progress of the work.
  • Coordination & Supervision: Plan and coordinate work progress with service providers and tradespeople. Monitor the progress and ensure compliance with the issued construction plans.
  • Quality Control: Ensure and validate that the techniques and materials used are adequate and comply with the information on the plans and other construction documents.
  • Change Management: Coordinate the issuance and implementation of change orders for the works as necessary.
  • Financial Tracking: Validate payment requests from service providers based on actual progress observed on-site (preparation of progress reports/invoices).
  • Reporting: Analyze and report any problems or issues observed during the works to the Technical Project Coordinator.
  • Process Compliance: Ensure compliance with established tools for smooth operations (Start-up forms, sample receipt minutes, technical acceptance minutes, provisional and final acceptance minutes, Gantt charts, etc.).
  • Site Meetings: Hold and lead site meetings necessary for coordination; produce regular reports or status updates (weekly and monthly sitreps).
  • Clinical Coordination: Coordinate construction activities with ongoing clinical activities at the hospital.
  • Archiving: Responsible for the proper physical and digital archiving of construction files.
  • Supply Chain Support: Participate in selecting the quality of construction materials and equipment in collaboration with the Supply team.
  • Other Duties: Perform any other related tasks necessary for the successful completion of the project construction work.

Requirement

  • Education:  Essential University or Technical Diploma in Construction or Engineering

Experience:    

  • Essential previous experience in construction of at least 2 years in similar or relevant experience. Proven understanding of MSF Field Logistics
  • Desirable previous experience in MSF or other NGOs

Language: Essential Arabic and English Language

Competencies:         

  • People Management and Development L2
  • Result and Quality Orientation L3
  • Teamwork and Cooperation L3
  • Commitment to MSF Principles L2

 

How to Apply

APPLICATION INFORMATION

All interested candidates should submit a CV and Cover Letter in English and a copy of supporting documents (proof of study, working certificates if any, Technical or Engineering Diploma/Bachelor’s degree) through the following link:

https://forms.gle/jSKHkN4N6Zt29LGBA


  
Applications that do not have enclosed valid copy of the ID card, Technical or Engineering diploma/bachelor’s degree and valid License from Yemeni medical council as Pharmacist will NOT BE CONSIDERED!!!

Deadline for the submission of Applications is on Monday 11th May 2026 at 11:59PM

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted!