Construction, Engineer, Volunteer

United States – UMCOR Field Offices

Professional Engineer for UMVIM Engineer Resource Team

A professional engineer is needed to organize a qualified group of UMVIM civil/structural engineers and architects to provide professional support and conceptual back-up through technical expertise for structural project designs and/or necessary remedial works. Most of the input needed from the engineers would be done through email correspondence, rather than by visits to the field. UMVIM engineers or architects could provide their professional opinions on existing designs or submit their own designs for consideration in the process of developing projects. On-site visits by the UMVIM Engineers will be considered on a case by case basis. Once the engineer resource group has been established, UMCOR NGO will maintain contact with the professionals through direct requests for professional assistance as outlined and through informal contacts by the NGO staff in NYC and the field. Two-way communication between the NGO and the engineers will secure the support response to UMCOR NGO when it is needed.

SUMMARY OF UMVIM ENGINEER BACKSTOPPING & SUPPORT TO UMCOR NGO:

1. Professional assistance provided through design reviews to confirm conformity to standards based on an area’s conditions, adjust the designs as needed or provide a new or revised design to meet the project’s needs.

2. Professional review of funding proposals to confirm accuracy of project design / implementation plan, and offering amendments or alternate ideas as needed.

3. Exploring on a case by case situation the potential need or desire for UMVIM engineers to make field visits during pre-project assessment, implementation or at completion of structural projects.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Resume / CV
Proof of professional certification
Professional organization membership

For more information about these volunteer opportunities send an email to indvols@gbgm-umc.org