Overview of the Company
Social Solutions International, Inc. (Social Solutions) is a Hispanic and woman-owned business emphasizing quality research and evaluation, training and technical assistance, and institutional support services. We are a mission-driven organization that believes that superior science can improve the world. Social Solutions is dedicated to the creation of social and health solutions to improve the welfare of underserved populations worldwide.
Overview of the Position
The Pacific American Fund (the Fund) is a five-year, $35 million project financing facility funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) that serves a key platform for supporting the United States Government’s Indo-Pacific Strategy while also advancing USAID’s goals of promoting the localization of aid delivery. The goal of the Fund is to improve the quality of life in vulnerable communities and to improve access to services for remote communities in the region, and the Fund operates across 12 Pacific Island Countries. In addition to operating a grant-making facility, the Pacific American Fund supports USAID’s Strengthening Competitiveness, Agriculture, Livelihoods, and Environment Small-Scale Construction (SCALE SSC) program in the Solomon Islands, specifically to support the tendering and construction of small-scale infrastructure (projects valued at USD 500,000 or less) that strengthens and expands the agribusiness sector in Malaita Province in the Solomon Islands. Approximately 10-12 projects are currently in consideration.
Social Solutions International Inc. is seeking a Construction Supervisor to oversee small-scale infrastructure construction activities of the Pacific American Fund in the Solomon Islands for the SCALE SSC activity. This position reports to the Pacific American Fund’s SCALE SSC Owner’s Representative (OR) based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
The location of this position is Honiara, Solomon Islands with frequent visits to Malaita Province.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the SCALE SSC Construction Supervisor include:
- develop strong understanding of the scope, contract, and project expectations;
- coordinate efforts across entire projectbetween design team, SCALE SSC team, and construction subcontractors;
- coordinate and supervise Quality Assurance inspections and reports provided by an outside firm;
- coordinate and support pre-qualification of construction firms and pre-bid meetings;
- coordinate and support preparation of small-scale construction tenders/solicitations;
- coordinate and support bid evaluation and selection of awardees by a Technical Evaluation Committee (TEC);
- support preparation of draft construction subcontracts consistent with AS 2124 or FIDIC (and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) if required) requirements and coordinate construction contract administration;
- address issues related to construction schedules, permitting, bonds, bidding, and procurement;
- coordinate and support procurements, track expenditures, and support efforts to maintain cost control;
- evaluate proposed substitutions or changes to the subcontract and construction, management implications, and make recommendations to the Owner’s Representative and Social Solutions’ Chief of Party (COP);
- ensure general quality control;
- ensure that monthly site meetings involving local stakeholders are conducted, take record of proceedings, and ensure follow-up actions;
- monitor subcontractor activities ensuring the work meets project contractual expectations, quality standards, and schedule; liaise with the Owner’s Representative and COP when implementation slippage arises;
- verify work completed by the subcontractor to ensure consistency with the drawings and technical specifications through physical inspection of work and review/confirm progress payments;
- submit and/or review electronic reports of subcontractor progress, work completed, delays, materials on site, laborers, community members or government officials on site, issues, etc.;
- monitor and maintain positive relationship with subcontractor and the community;
- track actual start and end dates of subcontractor’s schedule, update schedule regularly, analyze potential risks, identify areas of slippage or opportunities in the schedule activities;
- assist with adherence to the USAID Environmental Mitigation and Management Plan (EMMP);
- responsible to observe health, safety, and environmental compliance at the site;
- notify the subcontractor in case of non-compliance with the Health and Safety Plan and Quality Management Plan;
- coordinate and support handover to local owners upon project completion;
- ensure compliance with contract terms and the completion of deliverables, receive and review reports and forms, consider and advise on requests for change orders and modifications, and assist with holding bonds and warranties;
- travel within the Solomon Islands to project sites and to meet SCALE implementing partners and local counterparts; and
- perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, architecture, business administration or a relevant field; an advanced degree would be an added strength;
- At least 10 years of proven experience in supporting civil engineering projects and construction, preferably in the Solomon Islands;
- Experience with an international donor-funded program would be an added strength;
- Knowledge and experience in applying AS 2124 and/or FIDIC regulations in construction contracting; knowledge of the US Government’s Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) would be an added strength;
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills in construction contracting, surveillance, and oversight;
- The ability to engage local government and community stakeholders to secure buy in and ownership of the SCALE small-scale construction projects;
- Professional attitude with the ability to get things done on a complex project;
- Strong interpersonal/diplomatic skills and cultural/political sensitivity;
- High degree of familiarity with construction subcontracting documentation, terms, and conditions;
- Strong leadership and management skills;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer software; and
- Good English writing and communication skills and knowledge of local language(s) are required.
Equal Employer
Social Solutions offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.socialsolutions.biz.
Social Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.