Mechanical Engineer (Retainer)

On 24 February 2022, the military of the Russian Federation invaded Ukraine, with strikes across the territory of Ukraine. Since then, Russia’s invasion imposes a severe humanitarian and socio-economic toll, global energy and food crisis, large-scale destruction of the country's infrastructure, and disruptions in the provision of critical services and degradation of social fabrics and communities’ ties, triggering one of the world’s most significant forced displacements. 

Severe attacks on energy and critical infrastructure facilities leave millions of people without electricity, water or heating supply, struggling to access water, food, health services, materials to repair homes, among others. The continued attacks cause substantial damage to the country’s economy and agricultural production, and also affect the poorest countries worldwide.

UNOPS support to partners spans the humanitarian-development nexus from emergency response to building back better, across the housing, health, education, transport, energy and mine action sectors, through infrastructure, procurement and technical assistance / project management interventions, with the ultimate aim of supporting the country on its EU accession and in its achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

UNOPS Ukraine multi-Country Office is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to provide required services ensuring smooth support for engineering works within ongoing and developing infrastructure activities in Ukraine, Moldova, and Poland. 

He/she will be responsible for ensuring mechanical engineering services and related documentation of projects which are to be carried out on time as per the agreed task.  The Mechanical engineer will report directly to the UNOPS Design Management Specialist. The role will be based in Kyiv, UNOPS head office with frequent field travels to different regions of Ukraine. 

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering is required

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering within the construction industry with bachelor's degree.

• Experience working on a variety of projects such as residential, commercial, infrastructure, and institutional projects.

• Proficiency in understanding of HVAC, Plumbing and sanitation  Fire fighting and other Mechanical discipline cost estimation.

• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials,  building regulations and cost management practices in Ukraine.

• Experience in HVAC, Plumbing and sewage system, Fire fighting and other mechanical engineering disciplines.

• Experience in evaluating consultant submissions, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and project specifications.

• Experience in preparing and managing budgets and cost plans.

• Proven track record of managing/administrating tender processes and contract negotiations.

• Expertise in cost control, financial reporting, and risk management.

• In-depth knowledge of Ukrainian construction laws, standards, and regulations.

• Experience in ensuring compliance with local building codes and legal requirements.

• Previous experience working with international construction companies or on large-scale projects is desirable.

• Familiarity with international cost management practices, e.g. FIDIC contracts.

• Certification/registration from the Ministry of Regional Development Construction and Housing of Ukraine would be an asset.

• Fluent in Ukrainian (read, write and speak) is required

• Working Knowledge of English (read, write and speak) is required

This is a local position, it is therefore open to Nationals of Ukraine and to individuals who have a valid residence/work permit.

Contract type: retainer
Contract level: Local ICA Support - LICA 9 (ICS9)
Contract duration: 1 year contract with max. 100 working days. This is not a full-time job, this is consultancy and you will be paid for days you are asked to work, but no more than mentioned. Possibility of extension subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.