University of Ghana Recruitment for Structural Engineer

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Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for University of Ghana Recruitment for Structural Engineer.

The University of Ghana is the oldest and largest of the thirteen Ghanaian national public universities.

Job Description

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  • Company: University of Ghana
  • Location: Ghana
  • State: Accra
  • Job type: Full-Time

POSITION: Structural Engineer, P.P.& D
REPORTING TO: Deputy Director of PDMSD

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Structural Engineer, Physical Planning and Development (P.P.&D), is part of a team in the PDMSD which is responsible for the management of the Physical Development and Maintenance of the Facilities and Property of the University.

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Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the Project Team in detailed structural engineering design and technical input during the preparation and execution of construction documents in the office and on site
• Understand structural design analysis and calculations and present professional design reports
• Lead the technical aspects of the project team and over-see all phases of construction
• Act as support engineer and technical supervisory manager to the Project Manager, Designers and Project Architects
• Prepare civil/structural engineering design details and drawings
• Appraise projects and carry out the necessary quality control and assurance protocols
• Monitor and evaluate project progress and submit monthly technical progress reports

Qualifications

The successful applicant must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in structural engineering from a recognised university
• A Masters or post-graduate degree in Civil/Structural will be desirable with more than 10 years post-qualification working experience. Must be a member of a recognized Professional Body.
• Complete understanding of CAD applications and practices, particularly AutoCAD. Ability to set up office standards for the translation of drawings between these and other platforms (DWG, IFC, Inventor files).
• Familiarity with design applications in structural and civil engineering.
• Experience and be a proficient user of MS Project and/or Primavera project management.
• Leadership skills and be a team player with a flexible and open attitude.
• Creative and original thinking capabilities demonstrated through a strong creative portfolio.
• The ability to support a team with good collaboration skills.
• The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently

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Location: Accra

How to Apply

An applicant is required to submit the completed application pack to the Registrar, University of Ghana, P. O. Box LG25, Legon, Accra, Ghana (Hard copy); or registrar@ug.edu.gh (Soft copy). The application pack should contain the following: • Completed application form for Senior Level Administrative Positions (UAB Form 1C) to be downloaded from the University’s website at www.ug.edu.gh/hrodd; • An up to date Curriculum Vitae and copies of relevant academic and/or professional certificates; and, • A statement of about 2,500 words (not more than five pages) indicating how one intends to use the period in office to address relevant issues that will ensure that the University achieves its mission and vision. The UG strategic plan can be downloaded at http://www.ug.edu.gh/pad/publication/ug-strategic-plan.

Application Deadline: 22 November 2019.

 

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