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Junior Site Engineer

Earth Enable

Earth Enable

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Gashora, Rwanda
Posted 6+ months ago
About EarthEnable
Who We Are:

At EarthEnable, we believe that our clients deserve our very best, that morning high-fives are the best way to start the day, and that the best ideas could come from any part of the company. We celebrate each other’s wins, learn from our setbacks, and are deeply proud of the impact we make every day. We believe that a clean, dust-free floor means more than living in a healthy home. It means pride and dignity in the place our customers most treasure: their homes. Being a part of our team means more than building f loors: it means building an organization and building a better future for rural families.

What We Do:

EarthEnable is transforming the way people live, by making homes healthier for families across rural Rwanda. 75% of Rwandans live in homes with dirt floors which are dusty, unsanitary, and fertile breeding grounds for parasites and germs. While replacing a dirt floor with concrete has significant health benefits (e.g. reducing diarrhea by 50% and parasitic infections by 80%), concrete is unaffordable for many who need it.

EarthEnable addresses this pressing and ubiquitous problem by selling high-quality, earthen floors that are 70% cheaper than concrete with 90% less embodied energy. Earthen floors are already prevalent in modern homes in the United States and are composed of natural materials (gravel, clay, sand, and laterite). EarthEnable trains and hires local masons to install the floors which are sealed using a proprietary drying oil that makes them waterproof, strong, and polished. In its first 9 years of operations, EarthEnable has installed nearly 30,000 floors and plasters in schools and homes, impacting 200,000 individuals, and created livelihoods for nearly 1,000 people.

In Rwanda 95% of houses are built with earth. After 9 years developing and disseminating ultra-affordable healthy building products made from earth, EarthEnable is shifting focus to design and build whole houses that are affordable for rural Rwandans. By expanding to provide houses made of all natural materials, EarthEnable hopes to continue to provide places where people can live healthy lives, while reducing carbon emissions in the construction industry. EarthEnable sees this as a way to dramatically increase our impact, and intends to construct 20 houses by the end of 2024 on one hectare of land located in Gashora.

About the role

A site engineer is a construction professional who provides technical advice to the various construction crews and subcontractors. He/She is responsible for organizing and supervising the construction project.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior site engineer to join our team. The junior site engineer will work closely with construction managers and project managers to assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in civil engineering or a related field, as well as a passion for construction and a desire to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.

RESPONSABILITIES
  1. Assist construction manager in project planning, scheduling, and execution.
  2. Conduct on-site inspections to ensure compliance with engineering plans, specifications, and safety standards.
  3. Assist in the preparation of project documentation, including reports, and construction updates.
  4. Coordinate with foreman, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
  5. Monitor construction progress and provide regular updates to project managers.
  6. Assist in resolving technical issues and addressing design changes during construction.
  7. Maintain accurate records of project activities, including daily reports, site photos, and material quantities.
  8. Support construction manager in troubleshooting and problem-solving as needed.
  9. Create work daily schedules and adjust as needed to meet deadlines.
  10. Taking a lead in conducting a mock-up required for certain work.
  11. Work with sites Admin to prepare weekly mason timesheets and be submitted for approval and payment.
  12. Conduct regular inspections of construction sites to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations
  13. Provide guidance and support to construction teams on safety practices and protocols.
  14. Investigate accidents and near-misses to determine root causes and develop preventive measures.
QUALIFICATIONS
  1. A0 or A1 in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
  2. Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, and equipment.
  3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  4. Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and google workspace applications; preferably google sheet.
  6. 1 year work experience in the construction industry.
  7. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  8. Strong organizational and time management skills.
  9. Commitment to upholding high standards of quality, safety, and professionalism.

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