Site Engineer

Site Engineer

Contract type: Long Term, Full time – 37.5 hours per week

Location: WaterAid Bangladesh, Utility Strengthening Project, Chattogram

Salary: Monthly gross salary BDT 64,000/- with excellent benefits (Flexible for successful candidates with strong track record and demonstrated credentials).

Change starts with water. Change starts with you.

Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people's potential and create a fairer future.

About WaterAid

We're a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.

About the team

The project team will support CWASA to enhance safe water access in Chattogram through three core areas: expanding inclusive water services, enhancing utility performance and strengthening the enabling environment. Key interventions include extending piped water networks, improving water quality monitoring, reducing system losses and introducing innovations like digital metering and mobile apps. The team also facilitates policy advocacy and knowledge sharing to replicate best practices and influence sector strategies.

The team will be a blend of technical, administrative and community engagement roles, design to deliver high-impact results while maintaining alignment with WaterAid's organizational standards and strategic priorities.

About the role

The Site Engineer will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day implementation of infrastructure activities at project sites under the Utility Strengthening Project. This includes supervising contractors, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, monitoring construction progress, and maintaining quality assurance standards. The role requires close coordination with field teams, contractors, and local stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant delivery of infrastructure components. The Site Engineer will report to the Specialist Engineer and contribute to WaterAid's commitment to delivering safe, sustainable, and inclusive WASH infrastructure.

In this role, you will:

• Monitor and supervise daily construction activities to ensure compliance with design, safety, quality, and material standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality checks, identifying and reporting deviations for corrective action.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, local authorities, and community representatives to ensure smooth project implementation and community engagement.
• Maintain accurate site records, including labor, materials, and progress, and support documentation with photos and logs.
• Prepare and submit weekly progress reports and assist in preparing completion and handover documentation.

The responsibilities outlined above may be subject to periodic review and revision in consultation with the line manager.

To be successful, you will need:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.

Experience: At least 03 years of relevant experience in site supervision, infrastructure implementation, or construction management.

Skill, Knowledge and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of construction practices, safety protocols, and quality assurance.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD) is an asset.
• Willingness to work in field settings and travel frequently within Chattogram.
• Familiarity with the local language or dialect of Chattogram would be considered an asset.

View the full job description here

Closing date: Applications close 05:00 PM BD time on November 16, 2025. Interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis, and the role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found

How to apply: Click Apply to upload your CV and cover letter

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.

Pre‑employment screeningTo apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid's Safer Recruitment policy.

Our benefits

• Festival bonus
• Provident fund
• Gratuity
• Life insurance for self, health insurance for self, spouse and children
• Cell phone allowances etc. are applicable as per policy provision.

Our Global Commitment:

Our people promise

We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.

Safeguarding

We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).

Together, we'll change the world through water.

Join us and be part of the change