Civil Engineer
Organizational Context
UNOPS' Asia Pacific Regional Office provides strategic leadership across 17 countries, focusing on high performance and operational excellence. The South Asia Multi-Country Office (SAMCO) specifically supports operations in six countries, offering expertise in climate change, WASH, infrastructure, and procurement. This role is situated within SAMCO, contributing to sustainable development solutions.
Job Purpose
The Civil Engineer is responsible for managing and supervising infrastructure works executed by partners and contractors. This involves coordinating daily design, construction, and procurement activities to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. The role emphasizes embedding best practices in technical design and construction management throughout the project lifecycle, from planning to handover. A key aspect is upholding strict compliance with Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental (HSSE) standards, as well as Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) requirements. The incumbent must demonstrate strong technical expertise, proactive resource management, and ensure integrity, transparency, and effective stakeholder coordination in all civil engineering activities.
Responsibilities
The Civil Engineer will plan, supervise, and manage civil engineering projects from design to completion, ensuring alignment with project requirements, timelines, and budgets. This includes supporting the Project Manager and technical team in planning and implementing rehabilitation, construction, and infrastructure activities, as well as assisting in the preparation of project plans and progress reports. The role involves liaising with government authorities and stakeholders to secure permits and maintain relationships. Responsibilities also include reviewing design briefs, technical documentation, and BoQs for compliance, conducting on-site technical assessments, and inspecting construction work to ensure adherence to UNOPS quality standards. The engineer will monitor contractors' performance, review technical submittals, and support the valuation of construction work. Ensuring full compliance with UNOPS HSSE policies, environmental safeguards, and PSEAH standards is critical, alongside identifying and mitigating related risks. The role requires maintaining accurate records of site activities, submitting timely reports, and supporting project closure through commissioning and handover.
Work Experience
Required experience includes work in civil engineering, structural works, construction technology, and construction supervision/monitoring. Experience working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desirable, as is experience in development or humanitarian contexts.
Skills
Civil Engineering, Project Engineering, Project Implementation, Project Resource Management, Project Team Management, Construction Supervision, Quality Assurance, HSSE Compliance, Monitoring and Reporting.