Job Description

Position:

Civil Engineer

Department:

Jal Jeevan Mission (Rural Water Supply)

Location:

District/Block/Gram Panchayat Level

Employment Type:

Contract/Project-based

1. Role Summary

The Civil Engineer will be responsible for planning, designing, executing, supervising, and monitoring rural drinking water supply infrastructure under the Jal Jeevan Mission. The role ensures that every rural household receives a Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) with adequate water quality and quantity.

2. Key ResponsibilitiesA. Planning & Design

Conduct

baseline surveys

of villages, existing water sources, pipelines, and storage structures. Prepare

technical feasibility reports (TFRs)

and

Detailed Project Reports (DPRs)

. Design components such as: Intake structures Water treatment systems Overhead tanks (OHTs) Pumping systems Rising and distribution pipelines Household tap connections Ensure designs follow

CPHEEO, BIS, and JJM guidelines

.

B. Project Execution & Supervision

Oversee construction activities executed by contractors/implementing agencies. Conduct

site inspections

to ensure adherence to drawings, technical specs, and quality standards. Verify

material quality

, workmanship, and safety norms. Approve work measurements and verify contractor bills. Coordinate with

PHED/ RWS departments, Gram Panchayats

, and implementation support agencies (ISAs).

C. Quality Assurance & Monitoring

Ensure quality control of pipelines, civil structures, concrete works, and fittings. Maintain

daily progress reports (DPRs)

and site registers. Use

JJM IMIS/Schemes monitoring tools

for progress updates. Identify risks, delays, and recommend corrective actions.

D. Community Coordination

Participate in

Village Action Plan (VAP)

preparation with GP/VWSC. Support VWSC in understanding O&M responsibilities. Provide technical support during community consultations and awareness activities.

E. Operation & Maintenance Support

Assist GP/VWSC in setting up systems for O&M of water supply schemes. Provide guidance for pump operation, leak detection, and routine maintenance.

3. Skills & Competencies Required

Strong knowledge of

rural water supply systems

, hydraulics, and civil engineering works. Ability to read & prepare

AutoCAD drawings

, estimates, BOQs. Familiarity with

CPHEEO Guidelines

,

BIS codes

, and JJM protocols. Strong project management and field supervision skills. Good communication skills with community and government stakeholders. Proficiency in MS Office, GIS (optional), and engineering software tools.

4. Educational Qualification

B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering

(mandatory) Diploma in Civil Engineering (acceptable for junior roles)

5. Experience

1-5 years of field experience in rural water supply / piped water supply / infrastructure projects. Freshers with strong technical knowledge may be considered for junior engineer roles.

6. Key Deliverables

Timely completion of JJM water supply projects. Quality assurance for all civil and mechanical components. Accurate technical documentation and reporting. Support to Gram Panchayats for long-term sustainability of water supply schemes.

7. Salary Range

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person