Your assignments Water treatment and desalination projects: study, design and supervision Short- and medium term assignments in English and/or French/Spanish speaking countriesCoordinate and expand desalination expertise within the organisation Your responsibilities Studies, design, tender documents and supervision for water desalination projects Being part of multidisciplinary teams Management of technical deliverables and reporting Your profile University degree in engineering or degree of similar level (B.Sc., M.Sc., PhD)At least 5 years of profound professional experience in desalination (SWRO)Experience with other technologies (MED, MSF), would be an advantage Experience in process and hydraulic engineering in water supply Experience relevant to assignments in developing countries desirableVery good command of the English and/or French/Spanish languagePrepared for worldwide travelling Flexible attitude We offer Interesting international projects (public and private Clients)Friendly international working environmentWorking in multidisciplinary teamshigh degree of personal responsibility Period of appointment: unlimited, the position is also available for freelance experts.
Your assignments Leading multidisciplinary and multicultural teamsManagement of urban water projectsResponsibility for studies, design and tender documents for different investment measures in the field of urban water managementLiaison and communication with the Client and the Donor AgenciesManagement of technical deliverables and reportingDetermine and define project scope and objectivesPredict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient mannerPrepare budget based on scope of work and resource requirementsTrack project costs to meet budgetDevelop and manage a detailed project schedule and work planProvide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progressManage contracts with subcontractors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverablesUtilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project executionMeasure project performance to identify areas for improvement Your profile University degree (M.Sc.) in civil engineer, mechanical engineer, process or environmental engineer or other suitable qualificationPreferably 15 years of professional experience in international consulting / engineering in the field of urban water managementSeveral years of experience in project management, project control (backstopping) and in dealing with international donor organizations and development banksConfirmed successful acquisition of consulting projectsVery good leadership, team development and communication skillsVisionary thinking skills and the ability to support and shape a developing department and teamWillingness to travel extensivelyFluently in English language (working proficiency), preferably in an additional business language (French, Spanish, etc.)Proficient with Project Management software preferredStrong interpersonal and technical writing skills.Preferably additional qualifications in project management (PMI or similar) We offer Employment on a permanent or freelance basisFlexible working environment (mobile office/office hours)Friendly and collaborative spirit in multidisciplinary teamsFinancial benefits (e.g. participation in corporate success)Office amenities (e.g. company sports, free water, coffee and tea) Please send your application to Christina Müller When applying for a job at GKW Consult, please note our information on data protection for applicants.