PROJECT ENGINEER (Contract)

The Project Engineer (PE) under supervision of the Project Coordinator (PC), is required to perform a range of tasks to support the successful implementation of the project.

URBAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

REQUIRES THE SERVICES OF A

 PROJECT ENGINEER (CONTRACT)

Job Summary:

The Project Engineer (PE) under supervision of the Project Coordinator (PC), is required to perform a range of tasks to support the successful implementation of the project. Specifically, the tasks of the PE will include but are not limited to;

 Supporting the selection of consultants, contractors and supervisor engineers as requested by PC

• Participation in the discussions and design and review of detailed design issues, including technical specifications, need for additional technical survey/assessment, and social and environmental assessment for the selected activities.
• Drafting Terms of Reference (TORS) for technical supervision of project activities, as needed. 
• Reviewing technical documents (preliminary designs and designs) – as requested by PC - to assure they incorporate sustainability principles and practices and take into consideration future operation and maintenance constraints. 
• Reviewing detailed design documents, including engineering drawings and technical specifications provided by consultants, check documents for compliance with applicable technical standards local codes and requirements.

The ideal candidate should have:

 Specific Knowledge, Qualification and Experience

 -       Advanced University Degree (Masters or equivalent) in Engineering (Civil/Structural/Mechanical/Electrical) OR

-       University Degree (Bachelor’s degree / first level) in Engineering (Civil/Structural/Mechanical/Electrical) with eight (8) additional years of relevant work experience will be accepted in lieu of master’s degree requirement.

-       Sound Knowledge of Engineering and Systems

-       Professional Registration

-       Minimum of six (6) years in the planning, design and execution of infrastructure projects to include inter alia roads, buildings, parks, parking structures, conference spaces, commercial centres.

-       Demonstrable experience in designing and managing projects at a Senior level, to include managing projects funded by the GOJ and international agencies/organizations.

 Required Skills and Specialized Techniques

 Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms

• Excellent human relations skills
• Excellent design standards and technical skills
• Sound Computer Aided Design and word processing software skills

 Applications with Curriculum Vitae should be sent no later than October 12, 2025 to:

The Director

Human Resource

Urban Development Corporation

12 Ocean Boulevard

Kingston

 We thank all applicants for their interest but wish to advise that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.