Job Description

Title: Eco Design and Construction Officer

Company Name: Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO)

Vacancy: 01

Age: at most 40 years

Location: Dinajpur, Gaibandha ...

Minimum Salary: Tk. 50000 (Monthly)

Experience:
∎ At least 3 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO

Published: 2 Sep 2024

Education:
∎ At least Diploma in Civil / Mechanical / Architecture Engineering. B.Sc in Civil / Mechanical / Architecture Engineering will get preferences.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 40 years
∎ Proven experience in sustainable design and construction, with a strong understanding of green building standards (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).
∎ Familiarity with eco-friendly construction materials and technologies.
∎ Strong project management skills, with experience managing construction projects.
∎ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
∎ Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
∎ Proficiency in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and project management tools.
∎ Passion for sustainability and environmental conservation.
∎ Innovative thinker with the ability to develop creative solutions.
∎ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
∎ Detail-oriented and highly organized.
∎ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
∎ Proven experience in sustainable design and construction, with a strong understanding of green building standards (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).
∎ Familiarity with eco-friendly construction materials and technologies.
∎ Strong project management skills, with experience managing construction projects.
∎ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
∎ Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
∎ Proficiency in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and project management tools.
∎ Passion for sustainability and environmental conservation.
∎ Innovative thinker with the ability to develop creative solutions.
∎ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
∎ Detail-oriented and highly organized.
∎ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ To develop entrepreneur and technical assistant on eco-friendly construction materials.
∎ To adopt resource efficient, cleaner production and good manufacturing practices.
∎ To adopt climate resilient technologies for reducing vulnerabilities.
∎ To increase technical knowledge and capacity of the MEs.
∎ To improve market accessibility of eco-friendly construction materials.
∎ Develop and implement eco-friendly design strategies for construction projects.
∎ Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to incorporate sustainable materials and practices.
∎ Conduct feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments for new projects.Material Selection
∎ Identify and promote the use of sustainable construction materials.
∎ Evaluate the environmental impact of materials and recommend alternatives that minimize ecological footprints.
∎ Maintain an up-to-date database of eco-friendly construction materials and suppliers.Project Management
∎ Oversee the execution of eco-friendly construction projects from inception to completion.
∎ Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
∎ Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the Project Manager.Compliance and Standards
∎ Ensure all construction activities comply with relevant environmental regulations and green building standards.
∎ Stay informed about the latest developments in sustainable construction practices and technologies.
∎ Implement best practices for energy efficiency, waste reduction, and resource conservation.Stakeholder Engagement
∎ Work closely with clients, contractors, and suppliers to promote sustainable construction practices.
∎ Conduct workshops and training sessions to educate stakeholders about eco-friendly construction methods.
∎ Prepare and deliver presentations on sustainable design and construction topics.Research and Development
∎ Conduct research on emerging trends in eco-friendly construction materials and technologies.
∎ Develop innovative solutions to improve the sustainability of construction projects.
∎ Publish research findings and contribute to industry knowledge on eco-friendly construction.
∎ Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) started its journey in 1988 with a noble vision to stand in solidarity with the poor and marginalized. Being a peoples' centered organization, ESDO envisioned for a society which will be free from inequality and injustice, a society where no child will cry from hunger and no life will be ruined by poverty. Near about three decades of relentless efforts to make this happen, ESDO has embraced new grounds and opened up new horizons to help the disadvantaged and vulnerable people to bring meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. During this long span, ESDO has adapted with the changing situation and provided the most time-bound services especially for the poor and disadvantaged. A community focused and people centered approach has been adapted by ESDO while consideration was given to the national policy and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as its guiding principle. ESDO is one of the most dynamic organizations expanding its development interventions across 377 upazilas under 52 districts of Bangladesh covering over 12 million poor and vulnerable people.
∎ Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) is going to implement a sub-project titled Promoting Eco-Friendly Construction Materials through resource efficient and cleaner Production (RECP) practices as a part of the ‘Sustainable Microenterprise and Resilient Transformation (SMART)’ project. This sub-project aims to increase resource-efficient and resilient green growth of microenterprises (MEs) under Eco Friendly Constructions Materials (EFCM) sub-sector. The project is jointly financed by the World Bank, Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), and Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO). ESDO is inviting applications from interested qualified candidates for the position.
∎ The employee will initially be hired for a one-year term, with the possibility of extending the contract till 30 June 2028, based on satisfactory performance
∎ Sub-project Objectives
∎ To develop entrepreneur and technical assistant on eco-friendly construction materials.
∎ To adopt resource efficient, cleaner production and good manufacturing practices.
∎ To adopt climate resilient technologies for reducing vulnerabilities.
∎ To increase technical knowledge and capacity of the MEs.
∎ To improve market accessibility of eco-friendly construction materials.
∎ Responsibilities
∎ S/he will be responsible for ensuring market development of Eco-friendly construction materials products, multi-stakeholders management and coordination etc. S/He will be reportable to the PM and will be based at the project management office.
∎ Design and Planning
∎ Develop and implement eco-friendly design strategies for construction projects.
∎ Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to incorporate sustainable materials and practices.
∎ Conduct feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments for new projects.
∎ Material Selection
∎ Identify and promote the use of sustainable construction materials.
∎ Evaluate the environmental impact of materials and recommend alternatives that minimize ecological footprints.
∎ Maintain an up-to-date database of eco-friendly construction materials and suppliers.
∎ Project Management
∎ Oversee the execution of eco-friendly construction projects from inception to completion.
∎ Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
∎ Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the Project Manager.
∎ Compliance and Standards
∎ Ensure all construction activities comply with relevant environmental regulations and green building standards.
∎ Stay informed about the latest developments in sustainable construction practices and technologies.
∎ Implement best practices for energy efficiency, waste reduction, and resource conservation.
∎ Stakeholder Engagement
∎ Work closely with clients, contractors, and suppliers to promote sustainable construction practices.
∎ Conduct workshops and training sessions to educate stakeholders about eco-friendly construction methods.
∎ Prepare and deliver presentations on sustainable design and construction topics.
∎ Research and Development
∎ Conduct research on emerging trends in eco-friendly construction materials and technologies.
∎ Develop innovative solutions to improve the sustainability of construction projects.
∎ Publish research findings and contribute to industry knowledge on eco-friendly construction.

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Other admissible benefits (Festival Bonus, Boishakhi allowance, Mobile allowance, etc.) as per the organization’s policy.

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Dinajpur, Gaibandha, Kurigram, Lalmonirhat, Nilphamari, Panchagarh, Rangpur, Thakurgaon

Company Information:
∎ Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO)
∎ Collegepara (Gobindanagar), Thakurgaon-5100 Bangladesh

Address::
∎ Collegepara (Gobindanagar), Thakurgaon-5100 Bangladesh

Read Before Apply: Please apply only who are fulfilling all the requirements of this job

Application Deadline: 10 Sep 2024

Category: NGO/Development