Structural Engineer

Job Posting Organization:
The UNOPS Amman Multi-Country Office (MCO) was established in 2004 and provides strategic and operational support to partners across Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen, and the Gulf countries. The MCO focuses on delivering solutions that address development, peace, and humanitarian challenges through infrastructure, procurement, project management, and human resources services. By collaborating closely with national governments, UN agencies, and donors, the office aims to advance the Sustainable Development Goals. Its portfolio includes large-scale operations aimed at improving essential services, strengthening national systems, and enhancing resilience in complex and fragile settings.

Job Overview:
The Structural Engineer position offers a unique opportunity to apply fundamental structural engineering concepts within a humanitarian and development context, specifically contributing to critical infrastructure projects in Syria. The role involves gathering and analyzing data, supporting project specialists, and ensuring high-quality construction standards, which directly impacts resilience and sustainable recovery efforts. The incumbent will be responsible for applying structural engineering principles to assess, design, review, and implement construction projects, ensuring that all work meets the required standards and specifications. This position is integral to the Nexus Response Mechanism (NRM) programme, which is focused on strengthening resilience and supporting sustainable recovery in Syria through an integrated, conflict-sensitive approach.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Structural Design and Analysis Support: Contribute to the design of structural components and services of projects, including systemic drawings, calculations, reports, and scope of works. Provide structural assessment, design review, and technical support for structures associated with potable water supply and irrigation infrastructure, including pumping station buildings, water storage facilities, foundations, and reinforced concrete and steel structures. Prepare and review design briefs and reports that address specific client and stakeholder requirements. Review design documentation, calculations, specifications, and other project documents to ensure quality and compliance with standards. Conduct research to identify appropriate technologies and techniques for project designs.
• Project Implementation and Quality Assurance: Monitor the implementation phase by following up on relevant tasks, including testing and structural deliverables. Conduct structural site inspections and prepare reports as required. Assist in developing specifications and quality assurance protocols. Support the project team in monitoring the delivery of structural design documents.
• Technical Coordination and Administrative Support: Collaborate with Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, and Quantity Surveyors in project planning and scheduling. Liaise with clients to address requirements and assist in managing structural design documentation. Perform any other tasks relevant to the Infrastructure and Engineering Unit as required.

Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Civil/Structural Engineering is required, along with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the field. Desired qualifications include project management certificates and experience working with UN or other humanitarian/development agencies. Proficiency in using MS Office Suite and structural analysis software such as AutoCAD, Revit, MathCAD, PLS-CADD, StaadPro, ETABS, SAP2000, and PROKON is also desired. Membership in a recognized professional engineering association is a plus, as is previous experience in the Syrian context.

Educational Background:
The position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Civil/Structural Engineering. Additional project management certifications are desired but not mandatory.

Experience:
The candidate must have at least 2 years of practical civil engineering experience, with a focus on structural assessment, rehabilitation, design, or supervision of infrastructure projects. Experience working with UN or other humanitarian/development organizations is preferred, as is familiarity with the Syrian context and targeted areas.

Languages:
Fluency in Arabic is required, while intermediate proficiency in English is also necessary. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The contract type is ICA - LICA - Specialist - Retainer, with a duration of one year and a total of 180 working days for the entire period. The position is classified at the Associate seniority level (ICS 08). UNOPS emphasizes diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from qualified women and candidates from underrepresented groups. The organization conducts background checks on all final candidates to ensure compliance with its standards.