Project Engineer

Technical Level

• 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 to implementation to ensure sustainability & cost-effectiveness as well as the agreed time frame of the project at the 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 standards, 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 the 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 the implementation of the WASH activities.
• Processing daily project documentation and construction observations. Conduct assessments and analyze 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 training sessions for project staff, community members, and local partners on WASH best practices and emergency response procedures.
• Support the development of training materials and educational resources related to WASH and emergency preparedness.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders involved in WASH and emergency response.
• Participate in coordination meetings, working groups, and relevant forums to share information and collaborate on joint initiatives.

Operational Level

• Preparation of weekly / monthly work plans against PMT (performance measured time frame) by ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks in stipulated time period.
• Conducting technical survey of CPIs in the villages
• Preparing sub project proposals for every individual CPI.
• Monitoring of schemes.
• Ensure quality of material

Organizational Level

• 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

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

Person Specification

It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with the organizational values & principles, vision and mission as well as commitment to its SEAH (sexual exploitation abuse and harassment) protocols. We have zero tolerance policy towards SEAH and doesn’t support any action that promote or encourage SEAH.

 “Please note, Islamic Relief is only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible/allowed to work in the Pakistan.”

Additional Requirements

All offers of employment will be subject to;

Satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks.

IR also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme .In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

Recommended candidate(s) would be required to submit HEC attested documents

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Additional Requirements 

Pre-employment Checks:

Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

• Screening clearance
• Receipt of satisfactory references  

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

IR is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IR engages. IR expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

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.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IR also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.

In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.