Kismayo-based Recom Corp International is looking to fill the role of CIVIL ENGINEER. Candidates should bring 5 - 6 years of hands-on experience, preferably in the Engineering sector. The closing date for this vacancy is Nov, 10.
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
CIVIL ENGINEER – WATER WELLS AND WATER STORAGE TANK CONSTRUCTION
Description
Details
Organization:
RECOM CORP INTERNATIONAL (RCI)
Position Title:
Civil Engineer – Water Infrastructure
Duty Station
Barawe District, Lower Shabelle Region, Somalia
Project Location:
Kismayo Jubbaland, Somalia
Employment Type:
Project-Based Contract
Department:
Engineering and Infrastructure Development
Reporting To:
Project Manager / Senior Engineering Manager
Application
Deadline:
10 November 2026
Expected
Start Date:
As Soon As Possible
Number of Positions:
One (1)
1.
ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND
RECOM CORP INTERNATIONAL (RCI) is an engineering, construction, logistics, and infrastructure development company operating across Somalia and the wider East African region.
RCI specializes in civil engineering, water infrastructure development, construction management, renewable energy solutions, supply chain management, and humanitarian infrastructure projects.
As part of its commitment to improving access to sustainable water resources and strengthening community resilience, RCI seeks to recruit a highly qualified, experienced, and results-oriented
Civil Engineer
to oversee the construction, rehabilitation, and technical supervision of water wells, water storage tanks, and associated water supply infrastructure in Barawe District, Lower Shabelle Region, Somalia.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Civil Engineer will be responsible for planning, designing, supervising, monitoring, and ensuring the quality of water infrastructure construction activities.
The successful candidate will provide technical leadership in the construction and rehabilitation of water wells, reinforced concrete water storage tanks, elevated water tanks, water distribution systems, and associated civil works.
The engineer will ensure that all construction activities comply with approved engineering designs, technical specifications, applicable construction standards, environmental safeguards, occupational health and safety requirements, and contractual obligations.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Engineering Design and Technical Planning
B. Water Well Construction and Rehabilitation
C. Water Storage Tank Construction
D. Construction Supervision and Quality Assurance
E. Project Management and Reporting
F. Health, Safety, Environmental and Social Compliance
- Conduct technical site assessments and feasibility studies for proposed water infrastructure projects.
- Prepare and review engineering drawings, construction designs, technical specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs).
- Design and supervise reinforced concrete water storage tanks, elevated tanks, underground reservoirs, and associated structures.
- Assess soil conditions, foundation requirements, structural stability, and site suitability.
- Coordinate with hydrogeologists and drilling specialists regarding groundwater conditions, well construction, and water availability.
- Develop construction schedules, material requirements, and implementation plans.
- Supervise construction and rehabilitation of shallow wells, borehole-related civil works, and associated water supply structures.
- Ensure proper construction of well foundations, aprons, drainage systems, protective structures, and sanitary seals.
- Coordinate installation of pumping systems, pipelines, and water distribution infrastructure.
- Monitor well development, pumping tests, and water quality testing in coordination with qualified specialists.
- Ensure that constructed wells meet technical, safety, and public health standards.
- Supervise construction of reinforced concrete and elevated water storage tanks.
- Verify structural designs, reinforcement installation, concrete mixing, placement, curing, and quality control.
- Ensure proper waterproofing, leakage prevention, and structural integrity.
- Oversee construction of tank foundations, supporting structures, access ladders, overflow pipes, and drainage facilities.
- Conduct inspections, water-tightness tests, and final technical assessments before commissioning.
- Provide daily technical supervision of construction activities.
- Ensure contractors and construction teams follow approved drawings, specifications, and work plans.
- Inspect construction materials and verify compliance with required quality standards.
- Monitor workmanship, construction progress, and compliance with safety requirements.
- Identify engineering problems and recommend technically appropriate corrective measures.
- Ensure accurate measurements and verification of completed works.
- Prepare snag lists and supervise correction of identified defects.
- Prepare daily site reports, weekly progress updates, and monthly technical reports.
- Monitor project implementation against approved timelines, budgets, and construction milestones.
- Maintain site records, inspection reports, material testing results, and photographic documentation.
- Review contractor work progress and verify completed quantities for payment certification.
- Coordinate with project managers, contractors, local authorities, and community representatives.
- Prepare project completion reports, as-built drawings, and handover documentation.
- Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards at construction sites.
- Identify and mitigate construction-related hazards.
- Promote safe excavation, concrete works, lifting operations, and working-at-height practices.
- Ensure environmentally responsible construction practices and proper waste management.
- Promote community safety, inclusion, and protection of water resources.
- Ensure compliance with applicable national regulations and project-specific environmental and social safeguards.
About Kismayo
Kismayo is the commercial capital of the Jubaland State in southern Somalia. Situated along the Indian Ocean coast, it is an important port city and a growing center for trade, humanitarian assistance, and development programming. Opportunities in Kismayo span multiple sectors including logistics, agriculture, and community development.
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