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Holcim Foundation for Sustainable Construction |
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Zurich-Oerlikon, Switzerland |
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100% |
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| Reports to: |
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General Manager of the Holcim Foundation |
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None |
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Specialist role, no identified succession path |
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| Overall target of role: |
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Provide technical expertise to the Holcim Foundation in the fields of architecture, urban planning and engineering to enhance the professional credibility of the Foundation and the impact of its initiatives towards all stakeholders – externally and within the Holcim Group |
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| History of function: |
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This is a new role created within the office of the Holcim Foundation |
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Function previously undertaken on an ad-hoc basis by the Technical Competence Center (TCC), c/o ETH Zurich |
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Responsibilities
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Provide appropriate scientific and technical advice to the Holcim Foundation, including: |
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act as secretary and adviser to the TCC |
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technical support of the triennial Holcim Awards competition (participation in juries, editing jury reports, executing project verification, etc.) |
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co-edit and monitor technical/scientific content of all publications (Awards, Forum, sustainable construction examples, etc.) |
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enhance the interface between the Foundation and ETH Zurich (Chair for Sustainable Construction) and also with Holcim Group Support Ltd (commercial and marketing, innovation and product development, green rating systems, etc.) |
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liaise and enhance relationship with Partner and Associated Universities of the Holcim Foundation |
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identify opportunities to build awareness of and engagement with the Holcim Foundation among architecture, urban planning or civil engineering practitioners and post-graduate students |
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Develop events on behalf of the Holcim Foundation that support the exchange of information at an academic/professional level on promoting a sustainable built environment by undertaking technical/conceptual development, securing speakers and papers for the triennial Holcim Forum |
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| Research: |
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Apply technical knowledge of architecture, urban design and engineering to: |
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evaluate applications for research grants and for seed funding of real construction projects |
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follow-up and document former Holcim Awards prize winning projects |
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maintain web-based index of new and rediscovered construction methods and materials |
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develop online events calendar for sustainable construction by defining scope and ensuring professional credibility |
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Work effectively in an interdisciplinary team including the office of the Holcim Foundation and its Boards, TCC, Partner and Associated Universities and Holcim Group companies with a strong capacity to: |
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represent the Holcim Foundation and its sponsor to develop and promote the initiatives of the Foundation |
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collaborate with experts in related fields externally and within the Holcim Group to leverage the activities of the Holcim Foundation also for the business of its sponsor company |
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Lead the process of building the momentum of technical competence of the Holcim Foundation over a series of triennial Holcim Awards competition cycles |
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Comply with internal procedures (eg: contracts), standards, policies and regulations (eg: confidentiality agreements) |
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Qualification requirements
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| Academic degree: |
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Master of architecture, urban planning or civil engineering, or similar |
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In-depth and current knowledge of sustainable development and construction (theory and practice) including: |
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at least three years’ experience in an academic environment |
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a capacity to explain technical issues also to non-technical audiences |
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practical experience in moderating and working within interdisciplinary teams |
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Planning and design or execution of real construction projects (buildings and/or infrastructure) including management of projects and at least two years’ experience in the construction sector. |
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You are the type of person who: |
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is self-motivated, and is able to work independently and within a project team |
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is open-minded and a critical thinker |
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develops an effective network and connects with others simply for the opportunity to uncover fresh ideas and perspectives |
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works effectively with different nationalities, professions and cultures, and with geographically remote partners and clients |
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is able to see the "big picture" but also focus on the details |
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has a capacity to work extended hours and/or travel when required and maintain a flexible approach during the intense lead-up to events |
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enjoys working in a cross-functional team and supporting others with consultancy and coaching |
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| Computer skills: |
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You are at ease with the latest technology for communication and collaboration including advanced MS Office skills |
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| Languages: |
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English proficiency at a technical/professional level in both written and spoken forms |
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Any other language, particularly German and/or Spanish, are an asset |
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Percentage of travel: |
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15% of travel to all continents |
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Personality: intelligent, congenial, positive attitude, proactive, service-oriented and collaborative |
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Passion for sustainable construction: and for advancing sustainable responses to the technological, environmental, socioeconomic and cultural issues affecting building and construction at the national, regional and global levels |
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Relatable: high capacity to distil technical information for discussion with both technical and generalist audiences |
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Commencement date:
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| By negotiation, by mid-2012
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Closing date for applications:
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 submit application online |