Job Title: Project Engineer – Roads and Bridges
Organisation: Office of the Prime Minister
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) of Uganda is the central government ministry responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and implementing government policies, programs, and projects across all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
Job Summary: To ensure planning, design reviews, quality assurance and supervision of roads and bridges infrastructure works being implemented in DRDIP implementing districts, and to ensure that all engineering activities align with technical standards, environmental and social safeguards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed bridge designs and structural calculations for new structures, widening projects, or replacements.
- Review and validate detailed engineering designs, drawings, and cost estimates for road and bridge projects in line with national standards and DRDIP guidelines.
- Plan project timelines, manage budgets, and coordinate with teams and contractors.
- Provide on-site supervision during construction, ensuring projects meet design specifications, budgets, and safety standards.
- Follow up approvals of the plans and designs by sector experts (e.g., MoWT).
- Participate in site condition assessments and feasibility studies to define appropriate engineering solutions.
- Ensure designs are climate-resilient, inclusive, and environmentally sound.
- Assist in preparing tender documents, bills of quantities (BoQs), and technical specifications for procurement of works and consulting services.
- Participate in bid evaluations and provide technical input during contract negotiations.
- Coordinate with Regional Engineers, local governments, community representatives, and implementing partners to ensure alignment of project activities.
- Monitor the application of mitigation measures outlined in Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs).
- Prepare technical progress reports for all bridges, value for money quality assurance and project completion documentation including as-built drawings.
- Identify engineering risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Evaluate existing bridges for structural integrity, damage, and compliance with regulations to determine repair needs.
- Ensure all work complies with government codes and environmental regulations.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor or his/her designate from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural/Bridges Engineering from a recognised University.
- A Master’s Degree in any of the above fields is of added advantage.
- Must be a registered Engineer with the Engineers Registration Board of Uganda (ERB) with a valid practising licence.
- At least 6 years of relevant professional experience in the design/supervision/implementation of roads and bridges infrastructure projects with government or externally funded projects, development partners, multilateral or international organisations.
- Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles, computer software modelling, and construction technology (AutoCAD, STAAD PRO, Autodesk Revit etc.).
- a Experience in engineering roles with a focus on roads and bridges infrastructure projects is required structures.
- Proficiency in engineering software, project management tools, and knowledge of local construction materials and techniques is required.
- Competencies and skills in quality control, time, and cost in project management are required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the capacity to prepare comprehensive reports and deliver presentations.
- Demonstrated integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
How to Apply:
Applications should be accompanied by:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Copies of certificates (academic and professional) and testimonials.
A copy of identification documents.
Proof of relevant work experience (MUST be attached).
At least three (3) competent referees, one of whom must be a current or previous employer. The closing date for applications is 12th June 2026 at 5:00 PM.
All applications should be signed and addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary
Office of the Prime Minister Plot 9-11, Apollo Kaggwa Road P.O. Box 341, Kampala, UGANDA Hard copies should be hand-delivered to the Security Registry (Floor 6), Office of the Prime Minister Building.
Deadline: 12th June 2026
Deadline: 12th June 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 72