Technical Civil Engineer for underground asset management

Technical Civil Engineer for underground asset management (SCE-DOD-FS-2022-32-LD)
Geneva, Switzerland
Contract


Company Description
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.

Job Description

Introduction
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.

Are you a technical civil engineer with outstanding negotiation and organizational skills? Do you enjoy achieving high-quality results? Do you like to build effective collaborations with your colleagues and contractors? Make your contribution to exciting and dynamic civil engineering and construction projects within the most unique particle physics laboratory in the world: CERN. Take part!

A post for a technical civil engineer is open in the Site and Civil Engineering (SCE) Department, for coordinating the existing underground civil engineering assets at CERN and design studies for new scientific infrastructure.

Functions
As Technical Civil Engineer, for Tunnel Asset Management (TAM) you will :

- Plan regular inspections of CERN's 70km underground network of tunnels, shafts, and caverns.
- Prepare monitoring and maintenance plans for the underground civil engineering infrastructures.
- Where deemed appropriate, ensure the installation of structural health monitoring equipment (e.g. crack meters, extensometers, fibre optic sensors, etc.).
- Carry out inspections, analyse findings and document them in appropriate databases (e.g. ArcGIS).
- In collaboration with other teams inside CERN and outside institutes/companies, you will contribute to the R&D in new monitoring technologies such as photogrammetry, fibre optic sensors and use of remote vehicles for inspections.

For the future design studies you will :
- Gather requirements from the end-users and translate them in Technical Specifications.
- Produce and/or check conceptual plans and layout drawings for the proposed new facilities.
- Prepare cost estimates and timelines for the construction of future projects and studies.
- Ensure that all design concepts comply with the relevant local legislation/norms and regulations.
- Oversee financial variations, claims, agreements and settlements with consultants and contractors.
- Write technical documents and reports, as well as tender and contracts for the design phase of new facilities.
- Plan and coordinate the design work of the external design consultants including the procurement process and the setup and management of design consultancy contracts.
- For small to medium size projects, you will plan and coordinate the execution of the works including the procurement process and the setup and management of construction contracts.
- Oversee the works on-site, check bill of quantity measurements; ensure that all construction work are carried out safely and that they comply with the contractual drawings and documents.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of civil engineering or a related field.


Experience:

The experience required for this post is:
- Extensive experience in structural health monitoring of civil engineering structures.
- Experience in the domain of civil design and construction of underground and surface buildings.
- Proven experience of coordinating different professions (architect, structural engineers, HVAC engineers, electrical engineers, technical/legal/financial advisors, contractors, etc.).
- Experience in procurement processes (definition of procurement strategy, selection of firms, call for tenders, etc.).

The following will be considered an asset:
- Experience in the industrial and/or scientific environment in the field of civil engineering.

Technical competencies:
- Knowledge of underground structure construction.
- Knowledge of building construction, consolidation and renovation.
- Building diagnostics.
- Project management.

Behavioural competencies:
- Managing self: taking initiative beyond regular tasks and making things happen.
- Solving problems: identifying, defining and assessing problems, taking action to address them.
- Achieving results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind.
- Communicating effectively: utilising effective negotiation techniques to achieve long-term results acceptable to all parties involved.
- Learning and sharing knowledge: sharing knowledge and expertise freely and willingly with others; coaching others to ensure knowledge transfer. Thinking "out of the box" and proposing fresh ideas, insights and methodologies.

Language skills:
Spoken and written English or French. Ability to draw-up technical specifications and/or scientific reports and to make oral presentations in at least one of the two languages.

Additional Information

Eligibility and closing date:
Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 29.04.2022 at noon CET.


Employment Conditions

Contract type:
Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

These functions require:
- Work in Radiation Areas.
- Interventions in underground installations.
- A valid driving licence is required.
- Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.