Civil Engineer

Vacancy Announcement

Position Title: Civil Engineer

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Reports to: Field Coordinator

Location: Sarumarani and Mandavi Rural Municipality, Pyuthan District

1. Background

PEEDA is implementing the Localization of Climate Action in Pyuthan (LoCAP) Project in Sarumarani and Mandavi Rural Municipalities of Pyuthan District. The project aims to enhance climate resilience through community-based adaptation interventions, including irrigation infrastructure, water resource management, and bio-engineering works. To ensure the quality and timely implementation of these infrastructure activities, PEEDA seeks to recruit a qualified Civil Engineer to lead and oversee construction-related interventions at the field level.

2. Scope of Work

The incumbent will be responsible for supporting and supervising the following key interventions:

• Conduct the assessment, preliminary design and financial modeling if infrastructure interventions
• Support site assessments, baseline data collection, and preliminary technical surveys.
• Support routine monitoring of field activities and track progress against implementation plans
• Support basic performance monitoring and data collection for implemented systems
• Assist in maintaining field records including measurement data, installation logs, and site documentation
• Support identification of operational issues and report them to the Field Coordinator and Program Manger 
• Support documentation of case studies, lessons learned, and field reports
• Take lead role in the implementation of Irrigation canal construction, Irrigation ponds and recharge ponds construction, Deep boring works, Bio-engineering and slope stabilization activities, Solar lift irrigation schemes, Bio-gas installation and other small-scale climate-resilient infrastructure
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Project Engineer and Executive Director in line with project and organizational needs

3. Key Responsibilities

a. Technical Planning and Design

• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies in coordination with local stakeholders 
• Prepare or support in preparing designs, drawings, and cost estimates 
• Ensure designs are climate-resilient and context-specific 
• Provide technical inputs during planning and approval processes 

b. Procurement and Contract Management

• Assist in preparation of technical specifications and tender/quotation documents 
• Support procurement of construction materials and services as per organizational procedures 
• Assist in contract preparation and contractor/service provider selection 

c. Implementation and Supervision

• Supervise day-to-day construction activities at field level 
• Ensure work is carried out as per approved design, specifications, and timeline 
• Mobilize and coordinate with community beneficiaries, user groups, and local labor 
• Provide technical guidance to local masons, contractors, and user committees 

d. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain close coordination with Rural Municipalities (Sarumarani & Mandavi) 
• Work closely with community groups, user committees, and beneficiaries 
• Coordinate with project team members and local stakeholders 

e. Quality Assurance and Monitoring

• Ensure quality control of materials and construction works 
• Monitor progress against work plans and report deviations 
• Conduct regular field inspections and provide technical feedback 

f. Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare regular progress reports (monthly) Document construction processes, lessons learned, and success stories 
• Maintain proper records of designs, estimates, and site reports

4. Duration and Duty Station

Duration: The position is hired for initial 6 months and will be expanded upon performance and need for the organization

Duty Station: Field Office of PEEDA (Sarumarani RM, Pyuthan District) with frequent field visits in project locations of Sarumarani and Mandavi RM

5. Reporting Line

The position reports directly to the Climate Change and Disaster Officer and to the Field Coordinator for day to day activities and work in close coordination with the field team.

6. Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in infrastructure/construction project/works 
• Experience in rural infrastructure (irrigation canal, irrigation and recharge pond, water systems, solar lift, bio-engineering) preferred
• Prior experience working with local governments and community-based projects is an asset 

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction supervision and quality control 
• Ability to prepare designs, drawings, and cost estimates 
• Good coordination and communication skills 
• Ability to mobilize and work with communities 
• Familiarity with climate-resilient infrastructure is an advantage 
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD) preferred

7. Other Requirements

• Willingness to travel extensively to remote field locations
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Commitment to inclusiveness, transparency, and community participation
• Perference will be given to the local candidates from the project municipality or the project district and having a valid motorbike license

8. Remuneration

• Salary and benefits will be as per organizational policy and based on qualification and experience. Applicants are strongly recommended to state their salary expectations in the cover letter.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their updated CV and a brief cover letter to recruitment@peeda.net with the subject Application for Civil Engineer -Your first name by 18 May 2026 till 5 PM. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Phone enquiries will not be entertained.

PEEDA reserves the right to accept or reject the application without assigning any reason.