Civil Engineer / Architect

MONUSCOMultiple
Category | Grade:Volunteer | UNVDeadline:7 Aug 2026Job ID:1784888021270585Posted on:24 Jul 2026
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Overview

Lead civil, architectural and infrastructure projects for MONUSCO across Goma, Bunia and Beni, directing design reviews, procurement inputs, site supervision, contractor performance, quality and environmental controls, project records, technical reporting and capacity building in a conflict-affected setting.

Department: Engineering Section

Languages

Required: English

Desired: French

Job Areas

  1. Engineering & Technical Services
  2. Programme & Project Management

Minimum Experience

Not listed

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, design review and delivery of civil and architectural projects
  • Validate designs, structural calculations, specifications and bills of quantities
  • Coordinate engineering teams and monitor technical performance and schedules
  • Supervise contractors and verify compliance with designs and contracts
  • Establish quality-control procedures and conduct site inspections and surveys
  • Assess engineering and environmental risks and apply sustainability safeguards
  • Prepare procurement inputs, cost estimates and contract evaluation documents
  • Maintain project records and brief management on progress and operational risks

Requirements

  • Experience in infrastructure engineering, construction management, architectural design or building programmes
  • Experience planning projects, reviewing designs and supervising construction in field or post-conflict settings
  • Experience preparing drawings, bills of quantities, specifications and tender documents
  • Knowledge of quality control, site inspection, HSSE standards and environmental compliance
  • English fluency
  • Ability to work in austere, remote and potentially hazardous environments

Skills

Civil engineeringArchitectural designConstruction supervisionStructural reviewContract administrationQuality assuranceSite investigationEnvironmental complianceTechnical reportingTeam leadership

Tools

AutoCADUmoja

Additional info

  • UN Volunteer assignment across Goma, Bunia and Beni in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
  • Field duty stations may involve austere living conditions and security constraints