Associate Construction Management Engineer

Role Purpose

The Senior Associate Construction Management Engineer supports the implementation and oversight of infrastructure projects through the provision of technical expertise, quality assurance, and effective site management. The incumbent ensures that construction activities are executed according to design specifications, schedule, safety and environmental standards. The role involves close coordination with contractors, design consultants and internal stakeholders to facilitate on-time, on-budget and high-quality delivery of infrastructure works.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Construction Management and Site Supervision

Assist in overseeing day-to-day site operations, ensuring adherence to project specifications, timelines and quality standards.
Monitor work progress against approved plans and Bills of Quantity (BoQs), reporting potential risks, delays or cost deviations to the supervisor.
Verify that works comply with contract documents, technical drawings, and applicable safety and environmental standards.
Conduct regular site inspections and prepare detailed progress, quality and health, safety, social and environment (HSSE) reports.
Supervise contractors’ work, assess completed quantities and recommend interim and final payments.
Review and verify variation orders, ensuring justification, accuracy and compliance with design and budget parameters.
Support the preparation and implementation of risk assessments, method statements, and HSSE plans, enforcing compliance on-site.
Lead or participate in site meetings with contractors and relevant stakeholders, maintaining accurate records of discussions, issues and actions.
Identify and address construction issues proactively, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.
Technical Documentation and Quality Assurance

Assist in coordinating technical documentation, drawings and specifications to meet project and UNOPS standards.
Contribute to developing and updating work plans and schedules to ensure alignment with time, cost and quality requirements.
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including registers for drawings, payments, variations, safety inspections and materials testing.
Prepare and review technical reports, inspection checklists, site diaries, and contractor correspondence.
Draft and review Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs) based on verified progress and quality benchmarks.
Support quality management activities by developing inspection and test plans, conducting material checks, and verifying contractor quality control procedures.
Review and maintain records related to design modifications, variation justifications, and lessons learned.
Monitoring, Reporting and Risk Management

Prepare regular (weekly and monthly) project progress reports detailing physical and financial performance, safety compliance and risks.
Maintain updated risk and issue registers, and propose mitigation measures where applicable.

Skills

Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Data Analysis, Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Project Management.

Education Requirements

Required

Secondary school (or equivalent) with 8 years of relevant experience OR
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related disciplines with 3 years of relevant experience is required.
Desired

A recognized professional certification or membership in a civil, structural or construction engineering association, at the national or international level, is desirable.
Experience Requirements

Required

Relevant experience is work in building construction, site supervision or infrastructure project management or similar fields.
Experience in quality control, monitoring and reporting within construction projects is required.
Demonstrable proficiency in the use of collaboration and productivity tools (e.g. MS Office, G-Suite, etc) and web-based management systems are required.
Desired

Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired.
Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.
Experience in project documentation, report writing and technical communication is desired.

Opportunities for learning and growth

Commitment to Excellence: Our support extends to all personnel at every level of the organization.
Ongoing Development: We provide ongoing opportunities to help our people learn, develop, and excel at their jobs.
State-of-the-Art Learning: Access a wide range of learning through our blended learning programmes, covering Leadership development and Personal and professional development.
Key Credentials: Opportunities to benefit from Internationally recognized technical certifications and Membership to professional associations in various areas.
Internal Culture: We foster an environment that encourages and supports knowledge sharing and collaboration.

Together, we build the future UNOPS – an operational arm of the United Nations – supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by successfully implementing its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian, and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development. We are proud of our people. The UNOPS family brings together approximately 160 nationalities, represented by over 5,000 UNOPS personnel as well as some 7,800 personnel recruited on behalf of our partners. Spread across 80 countries, our workforce is rich in diversity and culture – with inclusion at its core. We understand the importance of balancing professional and personal demands and offer several flexible working options.