Project Engineer

Job Description

Title: Project Engineer

Company Name: Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO)

Vacancy: 01

Age: at most 45 years

Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf, Ukhia)

Minimum Salary: Tk. 50000 (Monthly)

Experience:
∎ At least 3 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO

Published: 20 May 2025

Education:
∎ Diploma in Civil
∎ Diploma in civil engineer. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering will get preferences

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 45 years
∎ At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in project engineering, preferably in NGO/development sector.
∎ Experience working with community-led infrastructure and social development projects.
∎ Familiarity with gender-sensitive and inclusive infrastructure design.
∎ Knowledge of construction standards, environmental sustainability, and WASH will be an asset.
∎ Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project, and other engineering software is preferred.
∎ Strong interpersonal skills, field orientation, and ability to work in remote/rural areas.
∎ Excellent communication and reporting skills in both English and Bangla.
∎ Willingness to travel frequently to project locations.
∎ Commitment to ESDO and HELVETAS core values, including social justice, gender equity, and community empowerment.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Lead and manage all engineering and construction-related activities under the NSSS Project.
∎ Prepare detailed engineering plans, designs, BOQs, and technical documentation.
∎ Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and risk assessments prior to construction.
∎ Supervise day-to-day construction activities ensuring quality control, safety, and timely completion.
∎ Ensure that engineering works are aligned with gender-responsive and socially inclusive principles.
∎ Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and community stakeholders for smooth project implementation.
∎ Monitor and report on progress, costs, and technical issues to the Project Manager.
∎ Facilitate training and orientation for community members on maintenance and sustainability of infrastructure.
∎ Work closely with the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) team to track project indicators.
∎ Prepare regular technical and progress reports for ESDO and HELVETAS.
∎ Ensure compliance with environmental and social safeguards.
∎ ESDO was established in 1988 with the aim of supporting poor and marginalized people affected by the devastating flood and gradually moving towards achieving a broader vision of achieving sustainable, secured, and resilient livelihoods for these poor and marginalized people through improving their overall sustainable development. For the last more than three and a half decades of its development journey, ESDO has set an outstanding example of a sustainable development model for the underprivileged communities of Bangladesh. ESDO has been working in the country's primarily unserved and underserved locations, nurturing a community-focused participatory approach and people's ownership. Consequently, the ESDO's working area has already established an enabling environment. We have made notable achievements in livelihood improvement, food security and nutrition, education, women's empowerment, health, the promotion of children's rights, adolescent and youth engagement, and the rights of ethnic minorities. During this long span, we have adapted to the changing situation and provided the most time-bound effective services, especially to the poor and disadvantaged people. Considering the government's development policies, we are currently implementing a considerable number of projects and programs, including a microfinance program, through a community-focused and people-centered approach to accomplish the government's development agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN as a whole. One of the most dynamic organizations, ESDO, is expanding its development interventions across 408 upazilas under 53 districts of Bangladesh, thereby reaching over 15 million impoverished and vulnerable individuals.
∎ The Project Engineer will be responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring infrastructure and technical components of the NSSS Project in line with ESDO and HELVETAS standards. The role involves ensuring quality construction, technical supervision, community engagement, and compliance with environmental and gender-sensitive practices, especially related to women's empowerment and social development. ESDO is inviting applications from interested qualified candidates for the following position.
∎ Job Responsibilities

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ As per project allocation

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf, Ukhia)

Apply Procedure:

Hard Copy:
∎ Interested candidates are requested to submit their resume with cover letter along with recent 02 copy of Passport size Photo, photocopy of all academic and experience certificates, NID card /Citizenship certificate including mentioning two references with email on CVs. Applications should reach within 24/05/2025 by post or Currier or hand to hand delivery to: Head of HR, Human Resources Department, Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO), Collegepara (Gobindanagar), Thakurgaon-5100, Bangladesh or Apply online through ESDO career portal (https://career.esdo.net.bd/). Applications should be submitted within 24/05/2025 by 5.00PM.
∎ Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and called for interview.
∎ Women are especially encouraged to apply.
∎ Equal opportunity, promoting women & children rights is mandate of ESDO.

Company Information:
∎ Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO)
∎ Collegepara (Gobindanagar), Thakurgaon-5100 Bangladesh

Address::
∎ Collegepara (Gobindanagar), Thakurgaon-5100 Bangladesh

Read Before Apply: Please apply only who are fulfilling all the requirements of this job

Application Deadline: 24 May 2025

Category: NGO/Development