Project Engineer

To lead the planning, design, implementation, supervision and quality assurance of climate-resilient WASH and Community Infrastructure Projects (CIPs), ensuring compliance with donor requirements, engineering standards, environmental safeguards, DRR principles and Islamic Relief Pakistan policies while promoting community participation and sustainable operation & maintenance.

Technical:

·       Develop in depth understanding of project documents (construction drawings & specifications) as well as business process / DIP for planning & implementation WASH CPIs activities.

·       Lead on technical feasibility / assessment (site identification, material, labour, transportation, supplies etc) of WASH & CPI’s activities prior implementation to ensure sustainability & cost effectiveness as well as agreed time frame of project at field level.

·       Ensure adherence to humanitarian standards (Sphere, Do no harm, Humanitarian principles, Core Humanitarian standards, Red Cross code of conduct) & applicable engineering standards (ACI Codes, ASTM codes, British standard, Pak Building codes, Building construction practices).

·       Perform quality & quantity assurance checks by paying regular visits to construction sites to verify the work is performed in compliance with the plans and specifications.

·       Assist local teams in preparation of basic technical information (cost estimates for both rehabilitation work & initiation of new schemes) related to WASH for development of new project’s proposals at field level.

·       Lead on capacity building initiatives for communities (effective utilization of available resources with future sustainability aspect) & subordinates on technical level to meet job requirements.   

·       Lead on Identification & hiring of construction teams and labour while working in close collaboration with supply chain department.

·       Responsible for management of skilled (Sub Engineers, any other skilled worker) & unskilled workers (labour, survey team etc), documentation of performance feedback, grievance handling and other day to day affairs where applicable. 

·       Identify, Analyse and resolve all technical issues in all files, projects and ensure efficient interpretation of all design drawings and maintain all Quality Control procedures in projects.

·       Recommend purchase of specialized equipment required for implementation of the WASH activities.

·       Processing daily project documentation and construction observations. Conduct assessments and analyse needs to develop project proposals and plans.

·       Design and develop technical specifications, drawings, and cost estimates for WASH and CPIs Schemes.

·       Lead the implementation of WASH and CPIs, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budget constraints.

·       Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders to ensure efficient project execution.

·       Conduct regular site visits to monitor project progress, identify challenges, and provide technical guidance.

·       Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact and effectiveness of WASH projects.

·       Collect and analyse data to measure project outcomes and identify areas for improvement.

·       Prepare regular progress reports, including technical reports, financial reports, and other project documentation.

·       Conduct technical assessments and village profiling for Community Action Plans (CAPs).

·       Prepare engineering drawings, BOQs, technical specifications and cost estimates.

·       Supervise rehabilitation of water supply schemes, communal water points and drainage infrastructure, etc.

·       Ensure climate-resilient construction techniques are adopted.

·       Supervise water quality testing before and after interventions.

·       Supervise desludging of septic tanks and soakage pits.

·       Supervise community drainage cleaning works.

·       Support implementation of Cash for Work activities.

·       Maintain construction documentation including MBs, IPCs, inspection reports and completion certificates.

·       Coordinate with MEAL team for infrastructure verification.

·       Coordinate with Supply Chain during procurement of engineering materials.

·       Ensure donor visibility requirements are followed.

Operational:

• Weekly and monthly implementation planning.
• Progress tracking against project work plan.
• Contractor performance monitoring.
• Community mobilization with social mobilization staff.
• Site documentation.
• Asset verification.
• Material verification.
• Daily site supervision.
• Progress reporting.

·       Coordination with Government Departments

Organizational:

·       Ensure compliance with IR’s policies & procedures in true spirit for effective delivery of services to communities.

·       In depth understanding of IR values and their demonstration in the field while working with communities.

·       Abide by the IR zero tolerance policy towards bribery & corruption through sensitization / empowerment of communities on coping mechanism so that they can raise voice as & when feel inappropriate.

·       Thorough knowledge of IR WRM strategic priorities to ensure effective implementation with future sustainability.

·       Assist in identification & documentation of organizational successes for show casing IR work

·       Facilitate communities in adaptation of environment friendly & cost effective approaches to meet their current as well as future needs with specific attention to climate change.

·       Focused efforts to be made for mainstreaming of marginalized groups i.e. Persons with disability and old age, minorities, Women & children etc in consultation & implementation of project activities at ground.

·       Participation and facilitation in implementation of IR seasonal programmes.

·       Compliance with donor requirements

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Excellent interpersonal skills –Tact and sensitivity essential.
• Excellent written communication skills essential.
• Good analytical skills essential.
• Good IT skills to include Excel, Word and use of databases desirable.
• S/he must possess solid experience of water testing and treatment in emergencies
• Be able to work autonomously and collaboratively, leading and as part of a team.

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (PEC Registered Preferred) or Diploma in Associate engineering (DAE) Civil from recognized university/college or relevant.
• Experience in managing, monitoring and evaluating projects and training of local human resources.
• Report writing, time and resource management, interpersonal, business communication and advanced computing skills including MS-Office applications
• Strong knowledge of local living conditions and infrastructure
• Experience of working on DRR focused water and sanitation facilities
• Sound knowledge of SPHERE standards

Experience

2 years for BE (PEC Registered Preferred) and 3 Years for DAE.

Computer Skills:

·       AutoCAD

·       Civil 3D (Preferred)

·       Google Earth

·       GIS (Basic)

·       MS Project (Preferred)

·       Excel

·       Word

·       PowerPoint

·       Outlook

Language:

Urdu, Brahvi, Balochi and Pashto.

Key Personal Qualities:

• Courteous
•  Responsible
•  Integrity
•  Punctual
•  Trustworthy.

Value Added Skills

• Surveying & Levelling of construction projects
• Material & Water Quality testing
• Quality assurance & safety standards
• Health & Hygiene Promotion
• Water & Sanitation
• Monitoring & Accountability
• Inclusion
• DRR / Resilience / Climate Change
• Community Infrastructure Planning
• Environmental Safeguards
• CAP Development
• O&M Planning
• Cash for Work
• Construction Contract Management
• Quantity Surveying
• BOQ Preparation

·       Procurement Support

Declarations # 1: I hereby confirm that I have never been involved and/or charged in violation of SEAH (Sexual Exploitation Abuse & Harassment) related concerns in my career.
Declarations # 2: I confirm that the above information in the CV/Application is complete and correct and that any untrue or misleading information will give my employer the right to terminate any employment contract offered.
Declarations # 3: I agree that information contained within this application and supporting documents (including "sensitive information”) may be accessed, stored and used and by the organization in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.
 
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* Screening clearance
* Receipt of satisfactory references

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The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.

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