Chief Engineer – Islamabad Campus (Project Based)

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Last date to apply: Sunday 22 Nov, 2026 The Project Engineer/ Chief Engineer shall provide strategic and operational leadership for the planning, design, development, execution, and maintenance of the institutions infrastructure, construction, and engineering projects. The incumbent will ensure that all projects are delivered within approved timelines, budgets, quality standards, and regulatory requirements while overseeing consultants, contractors, technical teams, and stakeholders to support the institutions long-term development objectives. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead the planning, design, development, execution, and maintenance of civil engineering, infrastructure, and construction projects. • Oversee project lifecycle management, including feasibility, design review, procurement, contract administration, execution, commissioning, and maintenance. • Ensure projects are completed within approved timelines, budgets, and quality standards. • Manage consultants, contractors, vendors, and technical teams to achieve project objectives. • Review engineering designs, specifications, estimates, and technical proposals for compliance with institutional and statutory requirements. • Monitor project progress, contractor performance, budget utilization, and risk mitigation measures. • Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with engineering standards, building codes, safety requirements, and applicable regulations. • Coordinate with regulatory authorities, utility agencies, consultants, and internal stakeholders for approvals and project implementation. • Develop and implement quality assurance, health, safety, and environmental (HSE) systems across all projects. • Lead resolution of technical, contractual, operational, and project-related issues. • Prepare and present project reports, budgets, progress updates, and strategic recommendations to senior management. • Contribute to long-term infrastructure planning, facilities development, and asset management initiatives. • Ensure compliance with institutional policies, procurement rules, contract provisions, and engineering best practices. QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE: • Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from an HEC-recognized university. • Masters degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Management, Project Management, or related discipline shall be preferred. • Registered Professional Engineer (PEC) preferred • Minimum 15 years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, construction, infrastructure development, facilities management, and project leadership roles KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES: • Demonstrated experience managing large-scale infrastructure and building projects, including procurement, contract administration, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination. • Candidates should demonstrate proven experience in: • Civil engineering and infrastructure development projects. • Construction project planning, execution, and supervision. • Engineering design review and technical evaluation. • Contract administration and contractor management. • Procurement and tendering processes. • Budget planning, financial control, and project cost management. • Quality assurance and quality control systems. • Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) compliance • Risk assessment and mitigation. • Stakeholder, consultant, and regulatory authority for coordination • Facilities and asset management • Project reporting and documentation Apply