Civil Engineer

The Civil Engineer plays a vital role in the day-to-day operations and successful delivery of infrastructure projects within defined time, cost, quality, scope, risk and benefit parameters. The role involves technical expertise, supervising construction works, ensuring compliance with design and safety standards, and contributing to project success in hazardous waste management infrastructure projects in Central Asia.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of project implementation plans, BoQs, cost estimates and schedules.
• Provide technical input during feasibility studies, needs assessments, and design development.
• Assist in the preparation of tender documents, bid evaluations, and contract award documentation.
• Ensure compliance with technical specifications, contractual provisions, and organizational standards throughout project execution.
• Supervise day-to-day construction activities to ensure timely, cost-effective and high-quality delivery.
• Verify material quantities, monitor site activities, and ensure health, safety, social and environmental (HSSE) compliance on all work sites.
• Oversee contractor performance, including site safety, environmental standards, and quality control.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants and engineering teams to resolve technical issues and support effective construction management.
• Monitor progress against key performance indicators (KPIs) and project success criteria.
• Contribute data and analysis for reporting.
• Prepare and submit progress reports, site monitoring documentation, and handover/close-out reports.
• Ensure compliance with organizational systems, reporting requirements, and accountability standards.
• Identify risks and issues, recommend corrective actions, and track remedial measures to maintain delivery within scope, budget and schedule.
• Collaborate with project managers, procurement teams, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth project implementation.
• Represent UNOPS in field activities, stakeholder meetings, and technical fora as directed/authorized.
• Support engagement with local authorities, contractors, and beneficiaries to strengthen coordination and project ownership.
• Support the organization, facilitation and delivery of training and learning sessions on civil engineering project topics.
• Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and Communities of Practice (CoPs), contributing insights and lessons learned.
• Conduct research on civil engineering project-related topics and contribute to the drafting of reports, summaries and briefing notes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering or related fields with 4 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above or related fields with 2 years of relevant experience is required.
• A recognized professional certification or membership in a civil engineering association, at the national or international level, is desirable.
• Relevant experience is work in civil engineering, structural works, construction technology, construction supervision and monitoring, or related areas.
• Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired.
• Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.
• Fluent proficiency in English is required.
• Fluent proficiency in Russian is required.
• Fluent proficiency in Tajik is required.

Skills

• Civil Engineering
• Construction Management
• Structural Engineering
• Construction Supervision
• Construction Monitoring
• Infrastructure Project Delivery
• Design Compliance
• Safety Compliance
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Multicultural Environment Experience
• UN System Experience

Languages

English, Russian, Tajik