Project Engineering Specialist [Open to internal and external applicants]

UN Development Programme - UNDP Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific

Internship Closes 06 Sep 2026 15 days left

Overview

The Project Engineering Specialist will be responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and monitoring civil works projects within the Flood Reconstruction and Coordination Programme (FRP). This role involves leading communication with stakeholders, overseeing construction quality, and providing technical support for donor engagement.


Key Responsibilities
  • Lead civil works and infrastructure projects planning, assessment, and design preparation.
  • Facilitate and contribute to the timely procurement of goods, equipment, and civil works services.
  • Oversee civil works contract management, monitoring, and supervision of construction works.
  • Ensure certification of invoices and verification of civil works project completion.
  • Facilitate knowledge management, reporting, and archiving.
Required Experience

Minimum of 5 years (with master’s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor’s degree) of engineering experience at the national or international level in building construction and civil works project management is required. Proven experience in managing and leading engineering teams is required. Strong computer skills and advanced working experience of Microsoft Office is required. Experience in computer-aided design software is required. Experience in handling tender documents for sizeable engineering works, including technical inputs/specifications for the procurement of services is desired. Familiarity with UNDP Policies and Procedures and procurement rules and regulations is a strong asset. Experience in leading and directing project activities and the achievement of project targets and results is desired. Experience in supervision of construction activities is an asset. Previous work experience in Quetta is preferred.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Architecture or related field or other relevant disciplines is required. OR. A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas mentioned above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. CIPS level 4 is highly desirable for this position and candidates holding this level at the time of application will have a distinct advantage. If the desired certification is not available at the time of recruitment, it should be obtained within one year of recruitment. Candidates holding a CIPS certification at any level below at the time of application will have a proportionate advantage. Certification in Project Management methodology by an accredited body (i.e. PMP, PRINCE2) is desirable.

Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in English and Urdu is required.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge of Pushto will be an advantage.
Contract Duration
Not specified
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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