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Highway Engineer (Uganda)
GPTech is a global energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a future for all. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.
Working at the intersection of energy, infrastructure, and development, GPTech provides solutions to government agencies, quasi-government organizations, multilateral financial institutions, and utilities with sizable investments in energy and infrastructure. Providing comprehensive services from project inception to completion and post-completion, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve lasting impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement.
With humble beginnings as a startup between two college friends, today, after 15 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients and 75 countries. We continue to lead the world in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to manage Earth’s resources and to meet society’s needs. GPTech is a mission-driven technical consulting company that specializes in energy, infrastructure, and development. GPTech’s work is guided by its core mission, vision, and value. Visit greenpwrd.com for more information.
About the Position:
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Thank you for applying and for your interest in GP Tech. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
GP Tech obeys all laws prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Working at the intersection of energy, infrastructure, and development, GPTech provides solutions to government agencies, quasi-government organizations, multilateral financial institutions, and utilities with sizable investments in energy and infrastructure. Providing comprehensive services from project inception to completion and post-completion, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve lasting impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement.
With humble beginnings as a startup between two college friends, today, after 15 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients and 75 countries. We continue to lead the world in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to manage Earth’s resources and to meet society’s needs. GPTech is a mission-driven technical consulting company that specializes in energy, infrastructure, and development. GPTech’s work is guided by its core mission, vision, and value. Visit greenpwrd.com for more information.
About the Position:
GPTech is seeking a Highway Engineer for an Expression of Interest supporting the Kampala–Jinja Expressway Public Private Partnership (PPP) Project in Uganda. The position will support the Ministry of Works and Transport (MoWT) through an embedded PPP Project Implementation Unit (PIU) and will provide technical leadership and oversight for all highway engineering aspects of the Kampala–Jinja Expressway PPP and subsequent expressway PPP projects.
The Highway Engineer will be based full time in Kampala, Uganda, and will work under the supervision of the Team Leader / PPP Specialist, coordinating closely with MoWT technical departments, transaction advisors, independent engineers, and private concessionaires. He/she will support the PIU by leading and overseeing all highway engineering aspects of the PPP program.
The Highway Engineer will be based full time in Kampala, Uganda, and will work under the supervision of the Team Leader / PPP Specialist, coordinating closely with MoWT technical departments, transaction advisors, independent engineers, and private concessionaires. He/she will support the PIU by leading and overseeing all highway engineering aspects of the PPP program.
Responsibilities:
- Reviewing and advising on highway designs proposed by the Concessionaire/SPV, including alignments, pavements, drainage, and utilities
- Supporting bid evaluation, negotiations, and contract implementation from a highway engineering perspective
- Monitoring construction progress and compliance with contractual technical and performance specifications
- Coordinating with MoWT technical departments and other disciplines to ensure consistency with national expressway standards
- Participating in site inspections and field reviews during construction and operation
- Contributing to PPP contract management systems, reporting, and capacity building within MoWT
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related technical field
- Master’s degree in Highway or Transport Engineering
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in planning, design, and implementation of major highway or toll road projects, preferably in Africa
- Demonstrated experience on at least four (4) similar projects, serving as Project Manager or Resident Engineer
- Experience with design-build, design-bid-build, or PPP project delivery methods
- Familiarity with highway design software and drafting tools
- Professional registration with the Uganda Engineers Registration Board or a recognized equivalent
- Demonstrated ability to prepare quality technical reports and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Thank you for applying and for your interest in GP Tech. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
GP Tech obeys all laws prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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