Foundation Engineer

United Nations - UN | Consultant | United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Closing: 15 Jan 2026 4 days remaining
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; REMOTE, REMOTE

Overview

The Foundation Engineer will support the implementation of the project and its activities, reporting to the Head of Brazil Office.


Tasks Summary
  • Set parameters, standards, and requirements for Foundation Engineering projects
  • Set guidelines for evaluating technical studies and foundation projects for buildings and bridges
  • Evaluate and review basic projects of foundation engineering regarding structural systems, sizing, executive techniques, materials specifications, technological tests, and control
  • Review of Program, layout, 3D modeling, façade elements, and preliminary architectural design and basic projects
  • Prepare reports and technical analysis on basic architectural and engineering projects
  • Apply advanced analysis techniques to propose solutions to problems related to architecture, engineering, and complementary projects
  • Analyze, review, and propose changes to the technical drawings to ensure quality standards
  • Provide technical guidance to designers, planners, engineers, and architects
  • Collaborate with other team members to prepare the necessary technical documents corresponding to the project
  • Participate in meetings with other members of the technical team
  • Perform any other technical support tasks to support the project team as required
  • Complete all courses and training activities indicated by supervisor
  • Get familiarized with United Nations security mechanisms and comply with them

Experience Requirements

Qualification Requirements
Other Details

Contract Duration: Eleven (11) months

Work Modality: Home based

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