CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER

Organisation: World Vision
Location: Manzini Region, Eswatini
Employment Type: Full-time, Fixed-term
Job Reference: JR53699
Closing Date: 13 November 2026
Eligibility: Local applicants only

Purpose of the Position

The Construction Engineer will provide technical leadership, engineering design and implementation oversight for water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) infrastructure projects.

The role ensures that WASH infrastructure and services are designed, constructed and operated to approved technical standards, within budget and on schedule. The successful candidate will work with Refugee Project staff, government stakeholders, contractors, consultants and partners to deliver sustainable WASH services for vulnerable communities.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Project Implementation

• Conduct water-resource and needs assessments for WASH infrastructure development.
• Carry out field and topographical surveys and prepare maps, layouts and engineering drawings.
• Develop technical designs, specifications, Bills of Quantities and tender documents.
• Review designs, technical proposals and financial proposals from consultants, contractors and service providers.
• Prepare technical bid-evaluation reports for Tender Committees.
• Review borehole-drilling, pumping-test and water-quality reports.
• Monitor project scope, construction progress, quality, timelines and budget use.
• Conduct field inspections and verification visits to certify completed works and recommend payments, commissioning and handover.
• Maintain a WASH infrastructure database and support infrastructure mapping.
• Participate in contract negotiations, cost control and the development of WASH budget estimates.
• Provide value-for-money assurance and technical support to WASH and integrated programmes.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports.
• Maintain accurate technical records, drawings, approvals, certifications and contract documents.
• Document lessons learned, innovations, success stories and best practices.
• Compile infrastructure and beneficiary data.
• Prepare technical briefs, monitoring reports and updates for management and donors.
• Support monitoring and evaluation through data collection and reporting.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with local authorities, government departments, contractors and service providers.
• Represent World Vision in WASH coordination forums and technical meetings.
• Support project-planning and implementation with technical guidance.
• Participate in Tender Committee meetings, Field Financial Reviews, monthly reviews, Communities of Practice and learning events.

Capacity Building

• Mentor and coach Water Technicians and project staff.
• Support recruitment and selection of Water Technicians when required.
• Build the capacity of staff and communities in WASH infrastructure operation and maintenance.
• Promote learning, accountability, quality and innovation among technical teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Public Health Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related engineering field.
• One to three years’ experience implementing WASH projects.
• Experience designing, supervising and monitoring water and sanitation infrastructure projects.
• Experience working with communities, government institutions, contractors and development partners.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS and relevant modelling or simulation tools.
• Good project-planning, budgeting and contract-management skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of WASH-sector standards and engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and ability to work in diverse team environments.
• Commitment to World Vision’s Christian values and ability to work across denominational backgrounds.

Working Environment

The position requires frequent travel between project locations, including remote and challenging environments. Occasional work outside normal working hours may be required.

How to Apply

Apply through the official World Vision careers portal by 13 November 2026.

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