Earn over 137m as OBO Architect at United States US Embassy / Mission
Organisation: United States US Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Salary Grade: UGX 137,483,245
Job Reference: Kampala-2019-21
About US Embassy:
The United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda has enjoyed diplomatic relations with Uganda for over 30 years. Ambassador Deborah R. Malac currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda. The Mission is composed of several offices and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the direction of the Ambassador.
Among the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
- United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- Peace Corps
Job Summary: The Architect/Construction Engineer shall directly report to the Construction Manager in the performance of their duties under this contract. The Architect/Construction Engineer will inspect daily construction activities; review and recommend approval of shop drawings and submittals; maintain a daily log of construction activities; develop change orders including preparing cost estimates; and other construction engineering duties related to architecture works of OBO-Kampala NOX/SPX Project as required by the contract documents. He/ She shall be capable of working independently and provide professional construction engineer services.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
- The applicants for the US Embassy OBO Architect career opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s of Science degree in architecture/construction engineering from an accredited institution
- At least five years of experience in the field of architecture/construction engineering related to building construction and renovations is required.
- Two (2) years’ of the five years’ experience should be with U.S. codes and criteria.
- Expert knowledge in design and construction practices with International or U.S. architecture/construction engineering codes and specifications; an in-depth professional knowledge in architecture/construction engineering design calculations and criteria; preparation of engineering drawings and specifications.
- Ability to use MS Office package user for word processing and analysis, use engineering management software and AutoCAD.
- Ability to lift heavy objects (30 or more pounds).
- Ability to work under pressure and longer hours.
- Ability to meet deadlines and to work in a multi-tasking environment with people from various cultures.
- Ability to plan and manage his daily activities well.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must be flexible and use judgment to analyze information and take appropriate actions.
- Should have a valid driver’s license.
- Language: Level IV English (Speaking, reading and writing) this will be tested, and Level III Luganda, Swahili or Runyakitara. (This may be tested)
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the United States Embassy in Kampala are encouraged to Apply Online by following the instructions below;
- Applicants shall be required to register under the careers page for US Embassy Kampala using the link, Click Here
- You will receive confirmation on registration and proceed to apply.
- On completion of this process you will receive an auto response via your email.
NB: Applicants claiming a U.S. Veteran’s preference must submit written documentation confirming eligibility (e.g., Member Copy 4 of Form DD-214, Letter from the Veteran’s Administration, or certification documenting eligibility under the VOW Act with an expected discharge no later than 120 days after the certification is submitted) by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veteran’s preference will not be considered in the application process. Specific criteria for receiving a U.S. Veteran’s preference may be found in HR/OE’s Family Member Employment Policy (FMEP).
Deadline: 9th May 2019
The US Mission in Kampala provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
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