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UN-system agencies post vacancies based in San Jose Associate, Costa Rica, Costa Rica. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 3
- Organisations
- 1
- Last refreshed
- 7/22/2026
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Associate Civil Engineer
United Nations Office for Project Services · 🇨🇷 San Jose Associate, Costa Rica
The Associate Civil Engineer role at UNOPS in San Jose supports the Senior Engineer in daily project operations, focusing on construction contract management, technical site supervision, and quality control. The incumbent manages the full lifecycle of assigned engineering processes, ensuring integrity and compliance with UNOPS standards. Key responsibilities include assisting with budget preparation and analysis, drafting technical instructions and variation orders, and explaining complex procedures to stakeholders. The role requires rigorous technical monitoring of infrastructure works, ensuring adherence to norms, plans, and safety protocols. The engineer also handles project monitoring, reporting, and data consolidation for monthly closures and technical reports. This position acts as a focal point for queries and supports coordination meetings and field inspections. The ideal candidate possesses strong skills in civil engineering, construction management, and quality assurance, with proficiency in BIM, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D. They must demonstrate experience in managing infrastructure projects, particularly those funded by international organizations, and have the ability to automate reporting using Google Suite. The role demands high ethical standards, teamwork, and adaptability in a dynamic development environment.
Closes 7/27/2026Civil Engineer
United Nations Office for Project Services · 🇨🇷 San Jose Associate, Costa Rica
The Civil Engineer (ICS-8) role at UNOPS supports critical infrastructure projects in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a specific focus on vertical construction and internationally funded initiatives. The incumbent collects, analyzes, and consolidates technical, structural, and financial data to support specialists and managers in decision-making. Key responsibilities include applying engineering concepts to design and implement infrastructure projects, interpreting building codes and regulations to ensure compliance, and identifying technical discrepancies or risks. The role involves rigorous quality assurance and control, such as verifying conformity with design specifications, reviewing laboratory test records, and analyzing on-site sampling results to recommend corrective actions. Additionally, the engineer manages project documentation, updates databases, and prepares technical inputs like calculation memos and reports for management review. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in civil or construction engineering, with proven experience in infrastructure project supervision or design. Proficiency in data analysis and structural engineering is essential, alongside the ability to interpret complex regulatory frameworks. Fluency in Spanish is required, while intermediate English is desirable. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to sustainable development and resilient infrastructure in a dynamic, multi-country regional environment.
Closes 7/28/2026Architectural Engineering Technician - Analyst
United Nations Office for Project Services · 🇨🇷 San Jose Associate, Costa Rica
The Architectural Engineering Technician - Analyst (ICS-8) at UNOPS supports infrastructure projects in Latin America and the Caribbean, based in San Jose. The role involves technical analysis and conceptualization of architectural solutions, ensuring that designs developed by external contractors align with contractual scope, design guidelines, functional requirements, sustainability criteria, and quality standards. Key responsibilities include reviewing architectural, urban, and functional products; verifying compliance with applicable regulations and institutional requirements; and documenting technical observations. The analyst coordinates with interdisciplinary teams to resolve interface risks related to structure, MEP, BIM, and safety. The position also entails risk management, documentation control, and supporting procurement processes by preparing terms of reference and technical evaluation criteria. The ideal candidate holds a university degree in Architecture, is registered with the Costa Rican College of Engineers and Architects (CFIA), and has at least two years of professional experience in vertical construction projects. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is required, along with fluent Spanish and intermediate English. A master's degree and knowledge of LEED/EDGE certifications are desirable.
Closes 8/4/2026
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