Civil Engineer / Architect
Category | Grade:Volunteer | UNVDeadline:7 Aug 2026Job ID:1784888021270585Posted on:24 Jul 2026
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
- Engineering & Technical Services
- 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