6 Consultant Positions – Deputy Director, Engineering Specialists, Finance & Operations at KW&SC

Jobs Overview

The Karachi Water & Sewerage Corporation (KW&SC) has received financing from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) / World Bank and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), along with counterpart funds from the Government of Sindh (GOS), for the Karachi Water & Sewerage Services Improvement Project (KWSSIP-II).

The Project Implementation Unit (PIU), KWSSIP intends to apply part of the proceeds to make eligible payments against the services of highly qualified individual consultants. The unit is seeking strategic, senior-level experts to fill positions across its technical, engineering, financial, and project management divisions. These roles offer an excellent opportunity for seasoned professionals to drive large-scale utility transformation and infrastructure development under major donor-funded frameworks in Pakistan.

Job Detail

• Organization: Project Implementation Unit (PIU), Karachi Water & Sewerage Services Improvement Project (KWSSIP) – Karachi Water & Sewerage Corporation (KW&SC)
• Funding Agencies: International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD / World Bank) & Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)
• Job Location: Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
• Employment Type: Individual Consultant Contract
• Gender: Equal Opportunity (Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply)
• Application Deadline: June 7, 2026
• Application Method: Email Submission

Available Positions & Eligibility Criteria (Individual Consultants)

01. Deputy Project Director

• Positions Available: 01
• Education & Qualification: Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Management, Environmental Engineering, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Experience Required: Minimum of 10 years of experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects, with at least 5 years serving in a senior leadership role.
• Technical Preferences: Professional certification in PMP (Project Management Professional), Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent is preferred.
• Specialized training in FIDIC contract management or utility operations is highly desired.
• Proficiency in project management software suites such as Primavera or Microsoft Project, alongside familiarity with task and issue tracking software like Jira or Asana for planning, scheduling, tracking, and reporting.
• Familiarity with digital tools for performance monitoring and workflow automation, plus proven experience in risk management and donor-funded project environments (especially World Bank and AIIB frameworks).

02. Technical & Engineering Specialist (Electro-Mechanical)

• Positions Available: 01
• Education & Qualification: HEC-recognized Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Candidates possessing a Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Energy, Power, or Utility Systems will be preferred.
• Experience Required: Minimum of 10 years of experience in electro-mechanical utility infrastructure projects, including water supply, sewerage, pumping stations, treatment plants, and rehabilitation works. Prior experience with FIDIC contracts and MDB-funded projects is highly preferred.
• Technical Requirements: Hands-on expertise in pumping systems, hydraulic analysis, pipelines, treatment and chlorination systems, electrical systems, motor controls, standby generators, and instrumentation (including design review, planning, supervision, and commissioning).
• Proven experience in the preparation of TORs, technical specifications, and bidding documents, as well as FAT/SAT witnessing, testing, commissioning, and contract/consultant management.
• Mandatory Registration: Must hold valid registration with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC). Familiarity with MDB/World Bank procedures is considered a strong advantage.

03. Finance Associate

• Positions Available: 01
• Education & Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline from a Higher Education Commission (HEC) recognized university.
• Experience Required: Minimum of three (03) years of relevant experience in financial management, accounting, budgeting, or auditing, preferably within the public sector or donor-funded project structures.
• Technical Preferences: Familiarity with the financial management practices of the World Bank or other multilateral development partners is highly desirable.

04. Head Operational Reforms - KW&SC

• Positions Available: 01
• Education & Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Water, or Environmental Engineering. A Master's degree in Engineering, Management, or a relevant field is preferred.
• Experience Required: 15–20 years of progressive senior leadership and management experience in utilities, water & wastewater management, engineering, or large public sector operations.
• Technical Requirements: Broad experience and clear understanding of various functions and operations of water utilities (technical, engineering, O&M, financial, procurement, customer & stakeholder management, human resources management, regulatory requirements, etc.).
• Experience in utility reforms, turnaround strategies, or performance enhancement/change management frameworks is an advantage.
• Strong command of engineering governance, regulatory compliance, health & safety protocols, and quality assurance.
• Must be conversant with project management tools such as Primavera.

05. Manager Technical & Engineering

• Positions Available: 01
• Education & Qualification: Bachelor's degree with a major in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering or equivalent, plus a Master's degree in Civil, Water and Wastewater Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Hydraulic, or Environmental Engineering from an HEC-recognized university.
• Experience Required: A minimum of 20 years of experience, including at least 5 years of experience as a manager or in a senior position on major civil and mechanical works projects executed under The International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) form of contract and funded or supported by Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs).
• Technical Requirements: Strong technical and engineering skills and experience, including planning, design, preparation of specifications and bidding packages, construction supervision, and contract management.
• Sound appreciation and knowledge of World Bank safeguards policies and practices, procurement guidelines and regulations, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and GIS tools.
• Prior exposure to the technical management practices of the World Bank or other multilateral development partners is a strong advantage.
• Mandatory Registration: Experience in Pakistan or Central/South Asia, with active membership/registration in a recognized professional engineering body.

06. Technical & Engineering Specialist (Civil)

• Positions Available: 01 (Note: Ad marks this under sequential index '05' list, but distinguishes it as a dedicated Civil specialist profile)
• Education & Qualification: Bachelor's degree with a major in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering or equivalent, plus a Master's degree in civil/water resource and Wastewater Engineering/Sanitary, Engineering/Hydraulic/Environmental Engineering or equivalent from an HEC-recognized university.
• Experience Required: A minimum of 10 years of experience on major civil works projects based on FIDIC forms of contract and funded or supported by Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs).
• Technical Requirements: Strong technical and engineering skills and experience, including planning, design, preparation of specifications and bidding packages, construction supervision, and contract management.
• Mandatory Registration: Active membership and/or registration with a recognized professional engineering body is an absolute requirement.

Selection Process & Terms

• Selection Framework: Consultants will be selected in strict accordance with the procedures set out in "Section-VII Open Competitive Selection of Individual Consultants of World Bank's Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (Revised Fifth Edition September 2023)".
• Virtual Interaction: If a face-to-face meeting is required during the evaluation phase, the interview can be fully conducted virtually.
• Terms of Reference: Detailed Terms of Reference (ToRs) for each individual consultant service position can be reviewed on the project's official domain: www.kwssip.gos.pk

How to Apply for KW&SC / KWSSIP Jobs 2026

Eligible and interested individual consultants are requested to submit their Expression of Interest (EoI) via email.

Documents to Include in Email:

• A formal Covering Letter.
• A detailed CV / Resume.
• Clear supporting documents (copies of CNIC, passport, degrees, PEC certificates, and all relevant employment experience certificates).

Email Address for Submission:

Applications must be emailed directly to: applications@kwssip.gos.pk (Be sure to clearly mention the targeted position title in the subject line of the email).

• Application Closing Date: June 7, 2026

Project Office Address (For Reference):

Project Director, Project Implementation Unit (PIU), KWSSIP, Karachi Water & Sewerage Corporation (KW&SC), 40-G, Street 40, Block 6 PECHS, Karachi, Pakistan.

Telephone: +92-21-34374003, +92-21-34374004

Expert Advice for Applicants

Securing an individual consultancy under a World Bank and AIIB-funded project like KWSSIP-II requires positioning your profile less like a traditional job seeker and more like a high-level subject matter expert. The selection panel evaluates candidates tightly against the World Bank’s September 2023 Procurement Regulations, meaning structural alignment in your resume is paramount.

When formatting your CV, do not simply list your previous employers; explicitly detail the scale, dollar value, and donor frameworks of the infrastructure projects you have led. If you are applying for the technical or engineering slots, your experience with FIDIC contracts must be clearly stated under your professional milestones, alongside your valid PEC or international engineering body credentials.

For senior profiles like the Head of Operational Reforms or Deputy Project Director, the panel will focus heavily on change management, automated tracking tool integration (like Primavera, Jira, or Asana), and risk management matrices. Ensure your cover letter summarizes how your past leadership minimized project delays or optimized utility outcomes. Lastly, save all your documents (CV, CNIC, degree copies, and experience letters) into a single, high-quality PDF file before emailing it to applications@kwssip.gos.pk. Dispatched files must be completely legible, as automated pre-screening systems and donor review committees automatically filter out disorganized or incomplete submittals. Keep your mobile and digital channels open around mid-June for virtual interview notifications.