Project Engineering Analyst (Open to Tier 1 & Tier 2 Applicants)
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Pakistan's Rule of Law Programme aims to strengthen the rule of law and improve access to justice and security services, particularly for women and marginalized groups. It collaborates with government and justice sector institutions to enhance peace and stability. The Programme focuses on policy reform, capacity building of stakeholders, empowering vulnerable groups, and improving institutional facilities with an emphasis on sustainability and inclusivity.
Job Purpose
The Project Engineering Analyst will provide specialized engineering support for the planning, design, implementation, and quality assurance of infrastructure rehabilitation, refurbishment, facility improvement, and solarization projects under the UNDP Rule of Law Programme in Pakistan. This role involves technical assessments, design development, procurement support, construction supervision, and quality control to ensure all infrastructure interventions are safe, accessible, gender-responsive, energy-efficient, and environmentally sustainable. The Analyst will liaise with government counterparts, contractors, and consultants, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and promoting cost-effectiveness and long-term maintainability of the implemented works, ultimately contributing to the Programme's objectives of restoring public confidence and service delivery.
Responsibilities
The Project Engineering Analyst is responsible for providing comprehensive technical planning, design, supervision, and quality assurance for infrastructure projects, including rehabilitation, refurbishment, and solarization. Key duties involve conducting site and energy assessments, preparing and reviewing engineering designs, technical specifications, and bills of quantities. The role includes providing technical input for procurement processes, evaluating bids, and reviewing contractor submissions. Furthermore, the Analyst will supervise the implementation of works, monitor quality, verify progress, and certify completed tasks. This includes ensuring adherence to designs, standards, and safety requirements. The position also entails supporting testing, commissioning, and handover of facilities, maintaining project documentation, and providing engineering coordination, risk management, and technical advice to programme management and stakeholders to ensure cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of relevant experience is required for candidates with a Master's degree, or four years for those with a Bachelor's degree. Experience should be in civil engineering, infrastructure rehabilitation, construction supervision, or refurbishment works. Proven experience in conducting site assessments, preparing engineering designs, and supervising civil works is essential. Experience with quality assurance, progress certification, and contractor monitoring is also required.
Skills
Proficiency in engineering design and documentation, site assessment, construction supervision, quality assurance, and contract administration. Experience with solar photovoltaic systems, renewable energy, and inclusive infrastructure design is highly desirable. Strong analytical, technical writing, coordination, and stakeholder management skills are essential. Familiarity with relevant engineering standards, building codes, and UNDP procedures is expected.