UNOPS: Civil Engineer – Curitiba

General Information

Position Title

Civil Engineer

Job Category

Engineer

Duty Station(s)

Curitiba

Seniority Level

Associate

ICS Level

ICS 08

Contract Type

ICA – LICA – Specialist – Regular

Contract Level

LICA 8

Posting Start Date

15-Dec-2025

Posting End Date

28-Dec-2025

Duration

ongoing – Contrato regular, sujeito à disponibilidade de fundos, necessidades organizacionais e desempenho.

Job Highlight

PT

As atividades serão realizadas na cidade de Foz do Iguaçu.

O escritório possui uma política de trabalho flexível.

Serão fornecidos equipamentos de informática.

É exigida presencialidade total

EN

The activities will take place in the city of Foz do Iguaçu.

The office has a flexible work policy.

Computer equipment will be provided.

Full attendance is required.

About the Region

PT

Na América Latina e no Caribe, o UNOPS opera em 23 países, oferecendo soluções de alto impacto que impulsionam o desenvolvimento sustentável. O UNOPS concentra-se na construção e melhoria de infraestruturas resilientes — incluindo estradas, pontes, instalações públicas, sistemas de saneamento e habitação — para melhorar a qualidade de vida e promover o crescimento inclusivo. O UNOPS também apoia a saúde pública através da aquisição de medicamentos essenciais e equipamentos médicos, garantindo um acesso mais amplo aos serviços de saúde. Ao fortalecer as capacidades institucionais, o UNOPS promove uma gestão pública transparente, eficiente e equitativa. Como parceiro de confiança dos governos e das partes interessadas no desenvolvimento, o UNOPS alinha as suas intervenções com as prioridades nacionais, ajudando os países a avançar nos Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável através de um apoio prático e orientado para resultados.

EN

In Latin America and the Caribbean, UNOPS operates across 23 countries, delivering high-impact solutions that drive sustainable development. UNOPS focuses on building and improving resilient infrastructure—including roads, bridges, public facilities, sanitation systems, and housing—to enhance quality of life and foster inclusive growth. UNOPS also supports public health by procuring essential medicines and medical equipment, ensuring broader access to healthcare services. By strengthening institutional capacities, UNOPS promotes transparent, efficient, and equitable public management. As a trusted partner to governments and development stakeholders, UNOPS aligns its interventions with national priorities, helping countries advance the Sustainable Development Goals through practical, results-driven support.

About the Country/Multi-Country Office

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Com sede no Brasil, o Escritório Multipaís do Cone Sul das Nações Unidas (UNOPS SCMCO) também supervisiona operações na Argentina, Paraguai e Uruguai, apoiando as prioridades nacionais e as metas de desenvolvimento em toda a sub-região. Na Argentina, o UNOPS fortalece as instituições públicas, fornecendo assistência técnica no planejamento, aquisição e supervisão de projetos de infraestrutura — particularmente em edifícios públicos — e capacitando profissionais em compras públicas, com foco em inovação tecnológica. No Brasil, onde o UNOPS atua desde 2012, o escritório colabora com agências da ONU, instituições financeiras e órgãos governamentais em todos os níveis para prestar serviços nas áreas de saúde, educação, urbanização, reabilitação social, parcerias público-privadas (PPPs) e fortalecimento institucional. O UNOPS desempenhou um papel fundamental na resposta à pandemia de COVID-19 e atualmente gerencia 17 projetos ativos em todo o país. Seu trabalho enfatiza a transparência, a eficiência operacional e a gestão orientada para resultados, alinhando-se às necessidades estratégicas e operacionais de seus parceiros. Em todo o Cone Sul, o UNOPS promove o desenvolvimento sustentável, aprimorando as capacidades nacionais e apoiando a implementação de infraestrutura inclusiva e de alto impacto.

EN

Based in Brazil, the UNOPS Southern Cone Multi-Country Office (SCMCO) also oversees operations in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, supporting national priorities and development goals across the subregion. In Argentina, UNOPS strengthens public institutions by providing technical assistance in planning, procurement, and oversight of infrastructure projects—particularly in public buildings—and building capacity in public procurement, with a focus on technological innovation. In Brazil, where UNOPS has operated since 2012, the office collaborates with UN agencies, financial institutions, and government bodies at all levels to deliver services in health, education, urbanization, social rehabilitation, PPPs, and institutional strengthening. UNOPS has played a key role in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and currently manages 17 active projects across the country. Its work emphasizes transparency, operational efficiency, and results-driven management while aligning with the strategic and operational needs of its partners. Across the Southern Cone, UNOPS promotes sustainable development by enhancing national capabilities and supporting the delivery of high-impact, inclusive infrastructure.

Role Purpose

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O Engenheiro Civil gerencia e supervisiona as obras de infraestrutura executadas por parceiros implementadores e contratados. O cargo é responsável por coordenar as atividades diárias de design, construção e procurement, garantindo que os projetos sejam entregues dentro do prazo, do orçamento e com os mais altos padrões de qualidade.

O Engenheiro Civil incorpora as melhores práticas em design técnico e gestão da construção ao longo de todo o ciclo do projeto — desde o planejamento até a entrega — devendo manter estrita conformidade com os padrões de Saúde, Segurança, Social e Ambiental (HSSE) e com os requisitos de Proteção contra Exploração, Abuso e Assédio Sexual (PSEAH).

O titular da função também demonstra forte expertise técnica, gestão proativa de recursos e capacidade de assegurar integridade, transparência e coordenação eficaz entre as partes interessadas em todas as atividades de engenharia civil.

EN

The Civil Engineer manages and supervises infrastructure works executed by implementing partners and contractors. The role is responsible for coordinating daily design, construction, and procurement activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The Civil Engineer incorporates best practices in technical design and construction management throughout the entire project lifecycle—from planning to delivery—maintaining strict compliance with Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental (HSSE) standards and Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) requirements.

The incumbent also demonstrates 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

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1. Gestão e Coordenação de Projetos

• Planejar, supervisionar e gerenciar a implementação de projetos de engenharia civil, desde a concepção até a conclusão, garantindo alinhamento com os requisitos do projeto, cronogramas e orçamentos.

• Apoiar o Gerente de Projeto e a equipe técnica no planejamento, agendamento e execução de atividades de reabilitação, construção e infraestrutura.

• Auxiliar na preparação de planos de projeto, cronogramas e relatórios de progresso, bem como apoiar as atividades de encerramento do projeto.

• Articular-se com autoridades governamentais, beneficiários e outras partes interessadas para obter licenças, garantir aprovações e manter relações de trabalho eficazes.

• Participar de reuniões de obra, atividades de procurement e comitês de avaliação, conforme necessário.

1. Supervisão de Construção e Garantia de Qualidade

• Revisar e fornecer contribuições para propostas de design, documentação técnica, listas de quantidades (BoQs) e estimativas de custos, assegurando conformidade com padrões internacionais, diretrizes UNOPS e requisitos do cliente.

• Realizar avaliações técnicas e inspeções em campo para garantir que os trabalhos de construção atendam aos padrões de qualidade da UNOPS e às especificações do projeto.

• Auxiliar na revisão de submissões técnicas, relatórios de progresso e faturas de consultores e empreiteiros, recomendando liberações de pagamento.

• Monitorar sistemas de acompanhamento de desempenho e identificar potenciais atrasos ou aumentos de custo.

• Apoiar a avaliação dos serviços executados para certificados de pagamento e análise de reivindicações.

• Supervisionar e monitorar os trabalhos dos contratados e parceiros implementadores, garantindo qualidade, economicidade e entrega pontual.

• Conduzir inspeções de obra, testes, verificação de quantidades e revisão de submissões técnicas (materiais, documentação “as-built”).

1. Compliance HSSE

• Garantir total conformidade com as políticas de HSSE da UNOPS, salvaguardas ambientais e padrões de PSEAH.

• Identificar, avaliar e mitigar riscos relacionados a HSSE e engajamento comunitário.

• Promover práticas de sustentabilidade e construção verde em todas as fases do projeto.

1. Monitoramento e Relatórios

• Manter registros precisos das atividades do local, inspeções, incidentes e progresso, garantindo a entrega oportuna de relatórios (semanais/mensais/trimestrais).

• Apoiar o encerramento do projeto por meio de comissionamento, entrega e arquivamento da documentação de construção.

• Auxiliar na compilação de relatórios periódicos e específicos, garantindo que toda a documentação do projeto esteja atualizada e devidamente arquivada.

• Apoiar o Gerente de Projeto na supervisão de controles de mudança, registos de riscos e questões, assegurando relatórios tempestivos e precisos sobre o progresso do projeto.

5. Desenvolvimento e Compartilhamento de Conhecimento

• Apoiar a organização, facilitação e realização de sessões de treinamento e aprendizagem sobre temas relacionados à engenharia civil.

• Participar de iniciativas de compartilhamento de conhecimento e Comunidades de Prática (CoPs), contribuindo com ideias e lições aprendidas.

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1. Project Management and Coordination

• Plan, supervise and manage the implementation of civil engineering projects from design to completion, ensuring alignment with project requirements, timelines and budgets.
• Support the Project Manager and technical team in planning, scheduling and implementing rehabilitation, construction, and infrastructure activities.
• Assist in the preparation of project plans, schedules, and progress reports, and support project closure activities.
• Liaise with government authorities, beneficiaries and other stakeholders to secure permits, ensure approvals, and maintain strong working relationships.
• Participate in site meetings, procurement activities, and evaluation committees as needed.

2. Construction Supervision and Quality Assurance

• Review and provide inputs on design briefs, technical documentation, bills of quantity (BoQs), and cost estimates to ensure compliance with international standards, UNOPS guidelines and client requirements.
• Conduct on-site technical assessments and inspections to ensure construction work adheres to UNOPS quality standards and project specifications.
• Assist in the review of technical submittals, progress reports, and invoices from consultants and contractors, and recommend payment releases.
• Monitor performance tracking systems and identify potential delays or cost overruns.
• Support the valuation of construction work for payment certificates and assessment of claims.
• Supervise and monitor contractors’ and implementing partners’ work to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Conduct site inspections, testing, verification of quantities, and review of technical submittals (shop drawings, materials, as-built documentation).

3. HSSE Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with UNOPS HSSE policies, environmental safeguards, and PSEAH standards.
• Identify, assess and mitigate risks related to HSSE and community engagement.
• Promote sustainability and green construction practices across all project phases.

4. Monitoring and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of site activities, inspections, incidents and progress, ensuring timely submission of reports (weekly/monthly/quarterly).
• Support project closure through commissioning, handover and archiving of construction documentation.
• Assist in compiling periodic and specific reports, and ensure all project documentation is up-to-date and properly filed.
• Support the Project Manager in overseeing change controls, risk and issue registers, and ensure timely and accurate reporting on project progress.

5. Knowledge Building and Sharing

• Support the organization, facilitation and delivery of training and learning sessions on civil engineering-related topics.
• Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and Communities of Practice (CoPs), contributing insights and lessons learned.

Skills

Civil Engineering, Project Engineering, Project Implementation, Project Resource Management, Project Team Management

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education Requirements

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Formação obrigatória

• Bacharelado (ou equivalente) em Engenharia Civil, Gestão da Construção, Engenharia Estrutural ou áreas relacionadas, com 2 anos de experiência relevante, OU

• Mestrado (ou equivalente) em qualquer uma das áreas acima ou correlatas, com 0 anos de experiência relevante.

Desejável

• Certificação profissional reconhecida ou filiação a uma associação de engenharia civil, em nível nacional ou internacional, é desejável.

EN

Required

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering or related fields with 2 years of relevant experience, OR
• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above or related fields with 0 years of relevant experience is required.

Desired

• A recognized professional certification or membership in a civil engineering association, at the national or international level, is desirable.

Experience Requirements

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Experiência obrigatória

• Experiência relevante inclui atuação em engenharia civil, obras estruturais, tecnologia da construção, supervisão e monitoramento de obras ou áreas relacionadas.

Desejável

• Experiência de trabalho em ambientes multiculturais ou em organizações do sistema das Nações Unidas em países em desenvolvimento é desejável.

• Experiência em contextos de desenvolvimento ou humanitários é desejável.

EN

Required

• Relevant experience is work in civil engineering, structural works, construction technology, construction supervision and monitoring, or related areas.

Desired

• Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired.
• Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.

Language Requirements

LanguageProficiency LevelRequirementPortugueseNativeRequiredEnglishBasicRequired

Additional Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
• Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• For more details about the contract types, please click here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.