Civil Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Civil Engineer to lead the delivery of high‑quality infrastructure projects. The role combines technical design expertise, on‑site supervision and strict adherence to health, safety and environmental standards.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and manage civil engineering projects from design through construction, ensuring they meet scope, schedule and budget requirements.
• Support the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, procurement and reporting activities.
• Liaise with government authorities, beneficiaries and other stakeholders to obtain permits and maintain strong relationships.
• Review design briefs, technical documentation, bills of quantity and cost estimates for compliance with international standards and UNOPS guidelines.
• Conduct on‑site technical assessments, inspections and testing to verify that work conforms to specifications and quality standards.
• Evaluate technical submittals, progress reports and invoices, and recommend payment releases.
• Monitor performance tracking systems, identify potential delays or cost overruns and support claim assessments.
• Ensure full compliance with UNOPS HSSE policies, environmental safeguards and PSEAH standards, and mitigate related risks.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing and supervising civil engineering infrastructure works.
• Strong knowledge of UNOPS or similar international construction standards and guidelines.
• Familiarity with health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) compliance and PSEAH requirements.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including government agencies and implementing partners.

Required skills

• Construction supervision
• Quality assurance and control
• HSSE compliance