UNOPS Civil Engineer Vacancy
🚧 Build impactful infrastructure with UNOPS! 🌍 The UNOPS Civil Engineer role offers an exciting opportunity to lead sustainable infrastructure projects around the world. Experienced professionals in design, construction supervision, and project delivery can contribute to high-quality public works that support communities, improve lives, and drive sustainable development. Apply now to take part in shaping resilient and lasting infrastructure globally.
Civil Engineer – Position at UNOPS
The UNOPS Civil Engineer role offers a chance to shape global infrastructure and drive sustainable development. As a Civil Engineer at UNOPS, you will provide key technical expertise for construction and rehabilitation projects. Your work will help deliver high-quality public infrastructure that serves communities, supports growth, and improves lives. The UNOPS Civil Engineer brings technical excellence and commitment to results in every project.
Role Purpose
As a UNOPS Civil Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and support for infrastructure projects from design through construction supervision and project delivery. You will help manage contracts, monitor quality, and ensure projects meet time, cost, scope, and safety standards. Your role supports UNOPS’ mission to deliver sustainable, well-managed infrastructure solutions to partners worldwide.
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Main Responsibilities
- Provide construction supervision and site management to ensure that work complies with design specifications and quality standards.
- Support pre-construction services including needs assessments, technical reviews and preparation of tender and bid documentation.
- Assist with design management and technical documentation such as Bills of Quantities, scope of work, drawings, and specifications.
- Monitor progress and performance on worksites, and report regularly on quality, health and safety, environmental compliance, and schedule adherence.
- Coordinate with contractors, suppliers and consultants to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
- Conduct inspections and quality assurance checks including material testing, site visits and conformity assessments.
- Prepare progress reports, site monitoring reports, variation orders, and documentation required for contract administration and project close-out.
- Support procurement processes by providing technical input to tender evaluations, contract awards and vendor selection.
- Manage changes and design adjustments when necessary, collaborating with design teams and project managers to implement modifications.
- Promote knowledge sharing, capacity building and training for local engineers and contractors, ensuring transfer of best practices.
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Who We Are Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is required. A Master’s degree or equivalent experience may substitute additional experience.
- Minimum of four years’ relevant professional experience in construction management, infrastructure projects or civil works supervision.
- Solid knowledge of construction standards, contract management (preferably including frameworks like FIDIC), and experience managing procurement and tendering processes.
- Strong skills in project planning, monitoring, quality control, reporting and site supervision to ensure deliverables meet schedule, budget and safety standards.
- Competency in technical documentation, Bill of Quantities (BoQ), specifications, engineering drawings and cost estimates.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work with cross-functional teams including procurement, design, contractors and local stakeholders.
- Commitment to ethics, safety, environmental and social responsibility, and inclusive, transparent project implementation.
What You Gain
Working as a UNOPS Civil Engineer gives you the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, large-scale infrastructure projects around the world. You will engage with international teams, work with expert professionals, and help shape sustainable development outcomes. This role allows you to:
- Be part of a respected global organisation delivering impactful infrastructure and public works.
- Gain diverse project experience across regions and varying environments — from urban facilities to basic infrastructure in challenging settings.
- Develop skills in technical design, project supervision, contract management, procurement, and quality assurance.
- Contribute to capacity building and knowledge transfer among local Teams and contractors.
- Work in an organisation committed to sustainable development, transparency, and ethical standards.
Why This Role Matters
Infrastructure is fundamental to development, public services, and resilient communities. The UNOPS Civil Engineer role supports projects that enhance access to housing, sanitation, transport, health facilities, and other critical services. By ensuring quality and integrity in every stage of construction, you help deliver lasting benefits for communities and contribute to global efforts for sustainable development.
How to Apply
If you meet the required qualifications and are committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure, prepare a detailed CV and a cover letter that highlights your civil engineering experience, project work, and ability to manage complex worksites. Demonstrate your technical expertise, contract management experience, and commitment to UNOPS values. Apply through the UNOPS careers portal and include references to past infrastructure projects you have worked on.
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