Expertise: Civil Sub-Engineer
Expertise Group: Engineering
Consultant Source: National
TOR Keywords: Sub-Engineer, Irrigation, Water Supply
Objective and Purpose of the Assignment
The objective of the assignment is to assist WSIEDO, Salyan in site assessment, technical design, and
construction supervision of small-scale drinking water and irrigation schemes, ensuring quality, climate
resilience, and compliance with safeguards and community engagement principles.
Scope of Work
Ensure compliance with engineering specifications, monitor progress and maintain site records and The
Sub-Engineer will report to the Office Chief at WSIEDO, Salyan and collaborate with PMSC consultants,
safeguard teams, and community stakeholders. Tasks include:
• Identify potential sites and conduct technical field surveys for gravity-fed and lift-based drinking
water and irrigation schemes.
• Assist in the formation and orientation of Water User Groups (WUGs) and facilitate community
contribution procedures, including bank account setup and local agreement processes.
• Coordinate with the concerned SWMO and DFO to align infrastructure design with catchment protection
and recharge needs.
• Assist in design and prepare engineering design drawings, BoQs, cost estimates, and assist in
preparation of technical specifications for proposed schemes.
• Ensure climate-resilient features and appropriate water conservation and energy-efficient technologies
(e.g., solar-lift systems) are incorporated in designs.
• Supervise infrastructure construction works conducted by contractors/users’ community.
• quality control logs.
• Assist safeguard specialists in preparing environmental and social safeguard documents (e.g., EMP
checklists, mitigation measures).
• Ensure on-site compliance with ADB safeguard requirements, including health and safety measures.
• Provide technical backstopping to WUGs on capacity building.
• Conduct orientation or demonstration events on infrastructure upkeep.
• Submit site reports, work completion documents, and photographic evidence of progress.
• Provide inputs to quarterly progress and safeguard monitoring reports.
Detailed Tasks and/or Expected Output
Expected outputs include:
• Site assessment and survey reports
• Detailed engineering designs and technical specifications, bill of quantities, and cost estimates
• Construction supervision reports
• Final completion reports and as-built drawings of completed schemes
Minimum Qualification Requirements
• Certificate Level in Civil Engineering (Bachelor degree in civil engineering would be an advantage)
• Three (3) years of general experience and two (2) years of relevant experience in
designing/supervising water infrastructure (irrigation/ drinking water supply) projects
• Familiarity with government procedures
• Familiarity in AutoCAD, MS Office, and basic surveying equipment and tools
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The consultant will be based in the Salyan District for the assignment.
Minimum General Experience: 3 Years
Minimum Specific Experience (relevant to assignment): 2 Years
