Civil Engineer
UNOPS · EMEA
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $70,000 / year
- EMEA
Job highlights
- Remote Civil Engineer role focused on budget optimization.
- Ensure projects meet budget and quality standards.
- Review design, construction, and project documentation.
- Provide technical assistance in budgeting and planning.
- Support UNOPS projects transforming lives in Brazil.
About the role
Civil Engineer Budget Specialist
Promoting financial excellence through accurate cost estimates, project budget optimization, and transparent resource allocation, directly contributing to UNOPS projects that transform lives in Brazil.
Activities will be performed remotely.
Computer equipment (computers and peripherals) will not be provided.
Travel to work sites and site visits may be required as needed.
Work arrangement: Service contract (work only on days requested by the supervisor).
Role Purpose
The Civil Engineer (Budget Specialist) will support the review of design and construction activities, ensuring that projects are on budget and meet the highest quality standards.
The Civil Engineer (Budget Specialist) will incorporate best practices in technical design and construction management throughout the entire project cycle, maintaining strict compliance with Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) standards and Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) requirements.
The incumbent will also demonstrate strong technical expertise, proactive resource management, and the ability to ensure integrity, transparency, and effective coordination among stakeholders in all civil engineering activities.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Technical Advisory Services in Project and Construction Contracts
- Technical support in the analysis of engineering project budgets, suggesting adjustments to documents when necessary.
- Technical support in monitoring project recipients, providing technical assistance in areas of budgeting and planning of engineering projects.
- Technical support in reviewing all documents related to projects and project licensing.
- Technical support in proposing solutions for the execution of works for food storage units.
- Support in the execution of projects to ensure that standards, regulations and plans are respected, including safety and health plans, environmental plans and social actions and quality plans.
Other Responsibilities
- Participate in project planning, monitoring and evaluation meetings, when requested.
Education Requirements
Required: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or related fields, with 2 years of relevant experience, OR a master's degree (or equivalent) in project budgeting or related fields can replace years of experience.
Desirable: Recognized professional certification or membership in a civil engineering association, at national or international level, is desirable.
Experience Requirements
Required: Relevant experience includes work in budget engineering, planning engineering, or related areas.
Desirable: Work experience in multicultural environments or in United Nations system organizations in developing countries is desirable. Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desirable.
Key skills/competency
- Civil Engineering
- Budgeting
- Project Management
- Cost Estimation
- Financial Analysis
- Resource Allocation
- Construction Management
- Technical Advisory
- HSSE Compliance
- Stakeholder Coordination
Skills & topics
- Civil Engineer
- Budget Specialist
- Project Management
- Cost Estimation
- Financial Analysis
- Resource Allocation
- Construction Management
- Technical Advisory
- UNOPS
- Brazil
- Engineering
- Budgeting
- Planning
- Remote Work
- Service Contract
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight civil engineering, budgeting, and project planning experience relevant to UNOPS needs.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Emphasize your understanding of financial excellence and project budget optimization.
- Showcase your technical skills: Detail your expertise in cost estimation, resource allocation, and HSSE compliance.
- Prepare for remote work: Demonstrate your ability to work independently and manage your time effectively.
- Understand UNOPS mission: Align your application with UNOPS's goal of transforming lives in Brazil.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Civil Engineer Budget Specialist role at UNOPS?
- This Civil Engineer Budget Specialist position at UNOPS is a remote role with a service contract. You will work only on days requested by your supervisor, and computer equipment will not be provided. Travel to work sites may be required.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Civil Engineer Budget Specialist at UNOPS?
- As a Civil Engineer Budget Specialist at UNOPS, your key responsibilities include supporting the review of design and construction activities, ensuring projects are on budget and of high quality. You will provide technical support in analyzing project budgets, planning, and licensing, and propose solutions for construction execution, all while adhering to strict HSSE and PSEAH standards.
- What educational background is required for the Civil Engineer Budget Specialist position?
- A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field with 2 years of relevant experience is required. Alternatively, a Master's degree in project budgeting or a related field can substitute for the experience requirement for this Civil Engineer role.
- Does UNOPS provide computer equipment for remote Civil Engineer roles?
- No, UNOPS does not provide computer equipment (computers and peripherals) for this remote Civil Engineer Budget Specialist position. Candidates are expected to have their own equipment to perform their duties.
- What type of experience is considered relevant for the Civil Engineer Budget Specialist role?
- Relevant experience for this Civil Engineer role includes working in budget engineering, planning engineering, or closely related areas. Experience in multicultural environments or with UN organizations in developing countries, as well as in development or humanitarian contexts, is desirable.
- How does the Civil Engineer Budget Specialist contribute to UNOPS projects?
- The Civil Engineer Budget Specialist contributes by promoting financial excellence through accurate cost estimates, optimizing project budgets, and ensuring transparent resource allocation. This directly supports UNOPS projects that aim to transform lives in Brazil.