Project Manager

The Project Manager will provide overall leadership, technical direction, and management of DRC’s project focused on protecting dams and surrounding areas in Jordan Valley through nature-based solutions and labour-intensive measures. The role involves technical oversight of soil and water conservation structures, coordination with donors and government counterparts, and ensuring timely implementation and compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the project in line with DRC and donor guidelines.
• Oversee planning, forecasting, budget management, and implementation of all project activities.
• Act as the main liaison with donor (GIZ CfW project), Jordan Valley Authority (JVA), Ministry of Agriculture, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure integration of decent work principles, Do No Harm, and accountability throughout implementation.
• Ensure a minimum field presence of three working days per week at project sites in Ghor Safi and other implementation locations.
• Maintain direct oversight of daily implementation progress, workforce productivity, quality assurance, contractor performance, and site management arrangements.
• Lead technical planning and oversee design and implementation of water and soil conservation structures (gabion check dams, retaining walls, riprap, culverts, etc.).
• Lead and coordinate the review of all engineering designs, technical drawings, BOQs, and design revisions, ensuring that comments from GIZ, JVA, consultants, and DRC are consolidated and addressed prior to submission.
• Prepare engineering designs and documentation required for approvals, ensuring compliance with national and international technical standards.
• Supervise engineering firm and specialized contractor interventions.
• Provide guidance and oversight to DRC field engineers and site supervisors, ensuring adherence to approved designs, BoQs, and HSE standards.
• Ensure compliance with CfW construction guidelines, national standards, and environmental safeguards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure works comply with specifications, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
• Oversee CfW implementation, ensuring that workers receive technical training, OSH induction, and employability/decent work sessions.
• Ensure timely implementation of Cash-for-Work activities, including workforce planning, productivity monitoring, attendance verification, worker payments, skills development, occupational safety, and grievance management.
• Monitor productivity indicators and implement corrective measures when progress falls below planned targets.
• Monitor progress against logframe targets and support MEAL team in conducting on-site monitoring, surveys, and feedback collection.
• Ensure the delivery of structured on-the-job skills development and coaching sessions for Cash-for-Work participants.
• Monitor skills development outcomes and integrate productivity improvement measures into site management plans.
• Represent DRC in coordination platforms (CfW/EIIP Working Group, local authorities’ coordination).
• Maintain strong partnerships with JVA, MoA, local municipalities, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure transparent communication and reporting to donor and government counterparts.
• Serve as budget holder, ensuring accurate financial tracking and compliance with DRC/donor regulations.
• Consolidate and verify reports submitted by field teams, including attendance sheets, progress photos, quality inspection reports, and material consumption logs.
• Contribute to monthly, semi-annual, and final donor narrative and financial reports.
• Ensure documentation of all technical works, including as-built drawings, BoQs, and technical handover packages.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience as a Civil Engineer, with expertise in water and soil conservation infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience in design and supervision of gabion check dams, retaining walls, riprap, culverts, and flood/erosion control structures.
• At least 5 years of INGO experience managing donor-funded construction and Cash-for-Work (CfW)/livelihoods projects in Jordan.
• Proven ability to work effectively with government stakeholders including JVA, MoA, and municipalities.
• Strong skills in project cycle management, budget oversight, and donor reporting.
• Solid knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) standards and national CfW SOPs.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural teams in challenging field environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with local stakeholders and communities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a track record of managing complex field operations.
• Commitment to serving vulnerable communities with respect, patience, and understanding, and familiarity with the socio-economic conditions of Syrian refugees in Jordan.
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water and Environment engineering, a Master's degree in the same field preferred.
• Registration with the Jordan Engineers Association or equivalent is an asset.
• Fluency in Arabic.
• Fluency in English.

Skills

• Civil Engineering
• Water and Soil Conservation
• Gabion Check Dam Design
• Retaining Wall Supervision
• Riprap Construction
• Culvert Design
• Flood Control Structures
• Erosion Control Structures
• Donor-funded Project Management
• Cash-for-Work Program Management
• Livelihoods Project Management
• Project Cycle Management
• Budget Oversight
• Donor Reporting
• Occupational Safety and Health Standards
• Cash-for-Work Standard Operating Procedures
• Multi-disciplinary Team Leadership
• Multicultural Team Leadership
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Field Operations Support

Languages

Arabic, English