Construction Advisor

Assignment period: 01.05.2026 – 30.04.2027
Location: Damascus
Type of contract: National contract based on Syrian labour law
Type of employment: Fulltime


GIZ has been operating in Syria since 1976. It has thus established valuable contacts in civil society and garnered experience that is now crucial for supporting the country. From 2013 onwards, it worked without government involvement with the assistance of local non-governmental organizations. Despite the difficult conditions, GIZ has consistently contributed to improving people’s living conditions.


In view of the developments since December 2024, which have led Syria into a decisive phase of transformation, GIZ plans to reopen its Country Office in Damascus in 2026. It is currently implementing ten projects on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the Federal Foreign Office, with co-financing from the European Union and other donors. From 2026, the portfolio is planned to be expanded by several new projects.


Your tasks

• Responsible for ensuring that effective implementation, monitoring, and supervision tools are developed and implemented.
• Responsible for ensuring effective quality control systems are in place and that the contractor and engineering consultancy companies work in compliance with technical specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of construction service providers.
• Ensure that all technical inputs and cost estimates related to the construction components are accurate, timely provided, and included in the project proposals and budgets. Check relevant documents and drawings for this process with AutoCAD, knowledge of the local labor market and prices, review or compiling a Bill of Quantity.
• Support tenders for the procurement of construction and consultancy services.
• Take responsibility for overall progress and use of resources.
• Identify and manage risks and initiate corrective action where necessary, so that maximum benefit to clients and stakeholders is achieved.
• Prepare interim and final project and handover reports and maintain the relevant project records.
• Manage project budgets, cash flow, and obligations to ensure that deliverables are met, and payments to contractors and personnel are received on time.
• Coordinate with representatives of partners relating to technical construction matters.
• Certify disbursements of funds, monitor and submit financial status reports to management in compliance with the pre-established requirements.
• Ensure a sound handing over of facilities to project beneficiaries.
• Where appropriate and reasonable, perform additional tasks upon request of the management.

Your profile (required qualifications, competencies and experience)

• University degree in civil engineering or related field
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience at national and international level in the field of engineering with a focus on construction, water systems and infrastructure.
• Experience in working in complex environments with large infrastructure, building construction and/or civil works, particularly in the field of technical construction projects including prefabricated systems, documentation of developments as well as construction supervision.
• Experience in community mobilization and community monitoring sites coupled with the ability to address and manage all aspects of monitoring construction (legal, procurement, law)
• Knowledge of construction contracts, construction information technologies, and follow-up.
• Experience in managing and supervising medium-to-large-scale construction works in the public sector and with governments.
• Knowledge of procurement, tendering and contracting processes and requirements in accordance with legal procedures and GIZ regulations.
• Excellent and proven experience in dealing with contractors and local partners.
• Working experience in preparation, implementation and monitoring of technical/(re) construction projects including methodological and calculation skills.
• Background and familiarity with emergency, transitional and development aid.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2000 quality management systems, Auto-CAD 3D, AutoCAD Land Desktop, and Microsoft Office.
• Professional fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic, knowledge of German is an asset.

How to apply


The following minimum requirements for applications need to be fulfilled:

1. Only application documents in English will be accepted. Documents in Arabic cannot be considered during the selection process.
2. Mandatory documents are CV and application letter in English stating your qualifications and previous professional experiences.

The deadline for application is 31.01.2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


GIZ is committed to diversity and gender balance. It is encouraging persons with disabilities to apply for the position.


Please submit your application to [email protected] indicating in the subject line the respective title of the position