Rwanda Civil Engineer (Fixed-Term)

Job Description

Requirements

• Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Over 7 years of relevant experience in civil engineering with strong exposure to design and construction oversight.
• Professional registration with the Institution of Engineers Rwanda is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, including roads, drainage, foundations, and structural systems.
• Proven experience in design review, structural analysis, and construction oversight.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, building codes, and occupational health and safety standards.
• Experience with structural design, modelling software, and CAD tools.
• Effective communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda; French is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead Civil Design Review & Technical Oversight:
• Review and validate civil and structural designs (roads, drainage, foundations and external infrastructure) for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
• Develop and refine engineering solutions, including structural analysis and modelling, to meet project requirements.
• Ensure coordination of civil designs with architectural and MEP disciplines for seamless implementation.
• Oversee Construction Execution & Site Delivery:
• Supervise civil works across earthworks, concrete structures, roads, drainage systems, and utilities infrastructure.
• Conduct site inspections, monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to drawings, specifications, and BoQs.
• Resolve on-site engineering challenges and provide timely technical guidance to maintain project progress.
• Ensure Quality, Safety & Compliance:
• Enforce quality standards and ensure all works comply with engineering specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and monitor adherence to occupational health and safety procedures on-site.
• Coordinate with safety teams to mitigate risks and ensure safe sequencing of construction activities.
• Drive Technical Problem Solving & Project Assurance:
• Review contractor submissions, reports and claims, providing clear technical recommendations and approvals.
• Monitor construction methods, material quality, and workmanship to ensure durability and structural integrity.
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions to support timely and high-quality project delivery.
• Build Team Capability & Support Project Delivery:
• Provide on-site technical guidance and training to contractors and junior engineers.
• Document and share lessons learned to strengthen team capability and future project execution.
• Support the development of technical documentation, scopes of work, and engineering inputs.