Project Engineer Jobs – Makerere University

Job Title: Project Engineer

Organisation: Makerere University

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation:

Makerere University has received funding from the Governments of Uganda and South Korea to I implement the Improvement of Makerere University Project.

Job Summary: Supervise the project consultants and staff on all technical aspects

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that service providers comply with contractual obligations.
• Assist m procurement planning and reporting.
• Participate in the preparation of bid documents.
• Participate in the evaluation of bids and proposals.
• Review and validate architectural and engineering designs.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary design inputs (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and Plumbing (MEP).
• Ensure that construction work complies with drawings, specifications, and codes.
• Supervise contractors and subcontractors for technical accuracy and quality.
• Monitor safety compliance based on national regulations and project-specific safety plans.
• Maintain detailed site records, including daily reports, quality control logs, and test results, to ensure accurate documentation, k) Support in preparing interim payment certificates, change orders, and technical justifications.
• Submit timely reports to the Supervisor

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• An honors Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering Requirements
• Computer literate and knowledgeable in the use of standard design software, e.g., AutoCAD.
• Experience
• At least eight (8) years of experience, 3 of which should be as a registered Engineer with the Engineers Registration Board. Experience in undertaking similar roles for similar infrastructure protects

Competencies

• Good Communication skills;
• Leadership and interpersonal skills;
• Proficient in using relevant computer packages;
• Teamwork and team building;
• High integrity

How to Apply:

Applicants will be required to attach the following documents:

• An application letter clearly stating the job applied for and duly signed by the applicant.
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae. The curriculum vitae must also state the names and addresses of at least three referees.
• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts.
• A minimum of three recommendation letters duty signed by the referees.
• Applications MUST be submitted electronically via email using imp^mak.ae.ug. All attachments must not exceed 10MB.

Note that:

• Applicants must be Ugandans.
• Applicants for all positions must not exceed 55 years of age at the time of application.
• Academic qualifications must be from recognized academic institutions.
• Makerere University is an equal opportunities employer.
• Remuneration shall be competitive based on the project’s approved funding.
• Terms of employment will be on a contract basis of 2 years

The application should be addressed to:

The Chief Human Resource Officer,

Makerere University,

P.O. Box 7062. Kampala

Deadline: 29^th July 2026

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Level of Education: bachelor degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 96