Geotechnical specialist at Rwanda water resources board (RWB) Under Statute :Deadline: Aug 14, 2024

Job responsibilities

Lead the research and study of soil to evaluate its suitability for foundations. He/she will investigate and assess construction sites, conduct lab tests, create designs for structures, supervise construction, write and present reports. Plan and review the geotechnical design structures for roads, bridges, culverts, embankments, water drainage canals, dam, dykes and other construction projects; Reviewed and identify issues and potential technical solutions for detail designs of water storage and flood control structures; Supervise the Contractor in the undertakings of soil investigations;

Define and implement preliminary light geotechnical surveys; Review results and analysis of the geotechnical surveys being carried out for detailed design of water storage and flood control structures; Review the materials and works specifications for different water storage structures; Coordinate with structural Engineers in the design of dams and other hydraulic structures; Approve the final Geotechnical detailed design report for all hydraulic structures to be constructed; Perform geotechnical analysis and study to assess construction site condition. Plan and supervise geotechnical exploration effectively. Develop proposals and determine cost and schedule for investigations. Assist Manager in design and evaluation of constructions. Review and approve geotechnical designs developed by outside consultants Review construction design proposals and approve geotechnical aspects. Look at the risk of geological hazards and making sure any factors affecting engineering works are identified and managed; Consulting geological maps and aerial photographs to advise on site selection; Assisting with the design of built structures, using specialized computer software or calculations;

Advising on and testing a range of construction materials including sand, gravel, bricks and clay; Conduct a preliminary geotechnical analysis of potential dam sites by conducting insitu test; hand Auger and trial pits and standard penetrometer test and some laboratory analysis; Prepare the Daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual progress Report on all project activities to the Division Manager and design the framework for the physical and process monitoring of program activities; Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor