Position Location: Kisumu. Responsible for WRP sites at Kericho and Nairobi, Kenya

Supervisor: USAMRD-K Logistics Chief Target

Grade: MR11

Supervisory Status: None.

Pre-Requisites:

-6 Years’ Experience in General Engineering

-Bachelor’s in Engineering Program from Approved and Accredited School

-Computer Aided Design & Drafting Qualified

-Kenyan Driver’s License

-Must be fluent in both English and Swahili, written and spoken

 -Must be a holder of a current and valid certificate of good conduct.

POSITION DUTIES:

MAJOR DUTIES: Serves as a general engineer responsible for planning, scoping, coordinating, preparation of other documentation, and assisting in local and international awarding of architectural and engineering professional, and other contract services required in the preparation of Scope Of Work (SOW)/Performance Work Statement (PWS), plans, specifications, cost estimates, and design analyses by architect-engineer (A-E) and other firms for new construction, rehabilitation, master plans and engineering studies, professional services, and other similar service contract for the Walter Reed Project in Kenya. Performance of duties requires a professional knowledge and application of engineering and design principles and techniques. In this capacity, incumbent must demonstrate and maintain extensive knowledge of engineering/design costs, procedures, procurement relations and negotiating techniques; local Kenyan and United States Government engineering policies and regulations relating to the scope and complexity of the military and Kenyan program; an understanding of mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural and civil engineering fields; ability to read and develop accurate CAD Drawing layouts, assembly CAD drawings and details, take direction from engineers and executives to research drawings, catalogs and sketches to develop detailed dimensioned AutoCAD drawings, research and obtain standards and codes required by client to develop CAD plans, review engineering CAD drawings prior to the release; persuasive ability required in conferring with A-Es and other contractors and mature judgment.

Develops Independent Government Estimates (IGE) and negotiates with representatives (usually principals) of Architectural-Engineering firms (A-E) and other firms for a variety of contracts or contract modifications for the design of a wide range of projects which may contain diverse, complex, and/or unconventional features in the local Kenyan, Military, Civil Works, Work for Others (WFO),and Hazardous and Toxic Waste (HTW) Programs. Assigned projects frequently contain complex technical requirements/features, are accomplished under rigid time schedules, or are subject to unforeseen and unpredictable changes in scope, cost limitations and functional requirements. Projects may have unusual and/or special features which requires incumbent to analyze, research, and identify the reasonable effort associated with the project. These projects include, but are not limited to unique, complex, controversial, or one-of-a-kind military or WFO facilities such as specialized medical research facilities (including medical clinics and laboratories), electrical distribution systems communication and computer facilities; BOQs; warehouses; multi-story administrative and operational buildings; waste treatment facilities; and fast tract traditional and special purpose facilities; and HTW projects characterized by a wide variety of specialized treatment processes and sequences for the remediation effort. Procedures differ according to the program being supported, scope for each individual project and the various using service or customer requirements. Applies a broad professional knowledge of the theories, concepts, principles, methods, and practices of various architectural and engineering disciplines to estimate the cost of design deliverables; and skill and tact, and knowledge of contracting techniques, procedures and regulations sufficient to enter into and successfully complete negotiations. Contract types include indefinite delivery and firm fixed price contracts, as well as their delivery orders and modifications overseen by United States Government Contracting Agencies and firms. Incumbent works in close relationship and advisement with the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) Overseas Engineer and the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Engineer.   

(i) . Coordinates A-E selection, ensuring statutory and regulatory procedures are met. Performs duties necessary for initiation of new design/engineering projects. Serves as engineering and contracting specialist. Develops Service Contract Requests, Contract Performance Work Statements (PWS), independent government estimates, and other contract support documents. Reviews authorization documents for technical/procurement adequacy. Determines availability and applicability of standards and criteria referred to in the directive, and initiates action to obtain criteria if not locally available. Coordinates with in-house personnel to obtain information required for design; schedules and conducts initial conference to gather all available information on which to base designs. Through internal coordination, advises the Technical Manager of any discrepancies of deficiencies in the proposed design. Analyzes the technical requirements of the SOW and prepares an Independent Government Estimate (IGE) of the professional architectural and engineering effort required for reach required deliverable service. Also prepares the appropriate IGE for all related modifications, as necessary. Estimates reasonable manhours for different levels of professional and technical work classifications appropriate for the complexity of the required services. Typical aspects include design, drafting, construction estimating, specification writing, preparation of design analyses, computer modeling, construction phasing, structural and interior design, equipment installation, energy monitoring and control systems, field work including facility as-built verification, topographic surveying, well drilling, soil boring and sampling of substance soils and groundwater, geophysical and aerial surveying, asbestos and other hazardous material identification, flooding extent, and construction phase. Analyzes all submitted price proposals, utilizing experienced judgment and knowledge of procedures and technical methods required for preparation of drawings, specifications, design analyses, estimates and other services. Analyzes, in conjunction with USAMRD-K Logistics Chief, price proposals for compliance with requirements of SOW. Evaluates proposed hours of effort, and levels of effort for the contractor and consultants. Evaluates wage rates, overhead pool elements, hourly costs of equipment proposed as direct charges which may also be seen as indirect charges in overhead rates (e.g. computers, telephone, word processors, computer aided design and drafting (CADD), vehicles and field equipment) in comparison with average rates seen from other A-E firms in the same locality. Evaluates cost allocability in accordance with Cost Accounting Standards. Evaluates profit rates for A-E firms, consultants, and A-E profit on consultant and subcontractor/supplier costs in comparison to rates calculated by the Weighted Guidelines Method (WGM). On contracts involving design, calculates proposed design effort costs and determines its percentage of the construction cost limitation (CCL) for compliance with statutory limits. Analyzes differences in proposed effort and levels of effort in the IGE. Where appropriate prepares written technical analyses of proposed effort and levels of effort for proposals. Uses technical analysis and pricing reports to prepare written negotiation objectives for approval of the Contracting Officer. 40% %   

(ii). Assists pre-negotiation conferences with USAMRD-K Logistics Chief, A-E contractor, and, when necessary with technical personnel. Provides instructions on procedures and criteria for A-E firm to follow in preparing the fee proposal. Ensures that both parties have full understanding of the SOW. Establishes dates for proposal submittal and final negotiations. Prepares conference minutes for distribution to all concerned. If effort is completely locally in Kenya, assists Logistics Chief in negotiations with authorized A-E/contractor representatives (frequently includes senior management officials) for a variety of services, design contracts and all subsequent contract modifications. Defends the total and the various levels of effort required to perform the required services, to include consultant effort, in order to persuade the contractor to reexamine the fees (as well as those of consultants) and to ultimately agree to a fair and reasonable fee. Assists with negotiating a fair and reasonable price with the A-E firm insuring the government receives the best possible value. Coordinates with USAMRD-K Logistics Chief in requesting and assisting as necessary completion of audit and report. Performs an independent cost and pricing analysis to determine reasonableness of wage and overhead rates. If effort is completely locally in Kenya, negotiates wage, overhead rates and man-hour effort with the A-E. Ensures adherence United States Government and Kenyan regulatory and statutory requirements. 30%   

(iii). Serves as Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE). Develops Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans, Performance Requirement Summaries, checklists, and reports to assure the contractor's performance is in compliance with the PWS requirements. Conducts analysis of goods and services received, maintains records of the quality assurance actions and prepares memorandums for record, recommendations and reports. Prepares requests for delivery orders, and modifications to the contract. Coordinates requests for services with contractors. Performs inspections to assure the contractor is completing work in accordance with the PWS requirements, SOW and BOQ. Maintains records and files, and documents discrepancies and other findings. Prepares surveillance forms and reports for submission to the USAMRD-K Logistics Chief. Reviews customer complaints and verifies that the contractor has resolved the issues, and satisfied the customers' needs. Assures the contractor has provided required submittals and deliverables prior to payment. Maintains effective working relationships with various personnel in the assigned functional areas. Reports all discrepancies and problems to the USAMRD-K Logistics Chief. 30%

PERFORMS OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

NOTES

Incumbent will be required to drive a USG vehicle 15% of the time and will maintain a current Kenyan driver’s license at all times. Incumbent will be required to drive from Kisumu, Kenya to Kericho, Kenya daily if needed to perform above duties.

 Temporary Duty Travel (TDY) is required ten (10%) of the duty time.