Project Background

The Poverty Alleviation and Inclusive Development across Rural Sindh (PAIDAR) project, funded by the European Union (EU) and implemented by UNIDO. The project aims to support the Government of Sindh (GoS) in implementing its Poverty Reduction Strategy (PRS). One of the focused areas of PAIDAR is infrastructure improvements in five districts: Sujawal, Thatta, Badin, Tharparkar and Larkana.

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is a United States-based international humanitarian agency working in over 100 countries. CRS’ mission includes saving, protecting, and transforming lives through relief and development efforts across sectors such as emergency response, health, agriculture, education, and more. In Pakistan, CRS has been operational since 1954, with projects focusing on emergency response, food security, education, and disaster risk reduction.

Sindh Peoples Housing for Flood Affectees (SPHF), the government entity established to reconstruct 2.1 million houses in Sindh, has collaborated with the PAIDAR programme to support the targeted improvements of basic infrastructure in pre-identified villages within selected districts of Sindh province, for four districts Sujawal, Thatta, Badin, and Tharparkar.  SPHF (with technical assistance of CRS) is developing Climate Resilient Settlement Development Plan (CRSDP) for PAIDAR programme in four districts, providing technical assistance for data collection, assessment, and analysis. CRS will engage and hire the required human resources, arrange the administrations, logistics and consultancy services and conduct orientations and trainings for accurate data collection, assessment, and analysis.

Objectives and Responsibilities

The Project Engineer will be responsible for overseeing various aspects of projects, including technical solutions, cost estimation and the development of drawings and maps using AutoCAD or relevant software. The primary objective is to ensure the timely and accurate completion of project deliverables while adhering to quality standards.

Below are the main tasks for this consultancy:

• Conduct thorough analysis and research to estimate project costs accurately.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather necessary information for cost estimation.
• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns, considering materials, labor, equipment, and other relevant expenses.
• Provide regular updates on cost estimates to project management and stakeholders.
• Utilize AutoCAD or relevant software to develop detailed drawings and maps based on project specifications.
• Develop designs and cost estimates for existing and proposed infrastructures for rural communities.
• Develop sewerage plan, designs and cost estimates.
• Interpret project requirements and translate them into technical drawings and maps.
• Ensure drawings and maps adhere to market standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Coordinate with other team members, including engineers, and data collectors, to integrate their inputs into drawings and maps.
• Revise drawings and maps as necessary based on feedback and changes in project requirements.
• Participate in project meetings and provide technical expertise as required.
• Identify potential risks and issues and propose mitigation strategies.
• Support project documentation and reporting requirements.

Deliverables

a)      Attend the orientation session prior to the field work.

b)     Accurate and detailed cost estimates for proposed features/community infrastructures.

c)      Technical drawings and maps meeting project requirements and standards.

d)     Regular updates and reports on project progress and costs.

e)      Effective collaboration with project team members and stakeholders.

f)      Timely resolution of technical issues and challenges

Reporting relationships

The Project Engineer will report and work closely with the Project Manager who will lead and supervise the activity. They will also have working relationships with the Technical Advisor /MEAL Officer or any other responsible field staff. During the assignment, organization will provide transport to/from field.

Duration of contract

Contract duration for the assignment will be approximately for 02 months, and duration may increase or decrease depending upon the completion of task.

Required Competencies, Experience and Qualification

Personal Qualities

• Must be reliable and committed to fulfilling assignments with high level of professionalism.
• Must be able to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to work long hours and sometimes in adverse field conditions.
• Must be proactive and able to “think on your feet”.
• Highly punctual, organized, and flexible.
• Able to follow guidance provided by supervisors/managers.
• Must be conversant with basic social research ethics and be able to apply them in the field
• Must show respect and non-judgmental attitude towards respondents’ ideas, cultural values, and traditions.
• Must always show sober behavior they are required to perform duties.
• Must be able to assure confidentiality of respondents’ personal information.
• Able to build rapport with respondents to ensure that they remain motivated and interested in answering questions truthfully.
• Understandable knowledge of English

Education

• Bachelor in civil engineering or relevant field with 2-3 years of experience.

Experience

• Previous experience in preparing cost estimates, drawings and technical designs.
• Have working knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Must have in-depth questioning, active listening and reporting skills.
• Must be able to follow and carry out instructions given by supervisors and willing to learn from others’ guidance.