Civil Engineer – Trinidad and Tobago

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Civil Engineer for a consultancy assignment financed by Institute of Marine Affairs – IDB loan TT-T1141 in Trinidad and Tobago.

Aninver Development Partners is preparing a technical proposal for an upcoming assignment funded by the Institute of Marine Affairs under an Inter-American Development Bank loan in Trinidad and Tobago. The overarching initiative focuses on addressing environmental degradation, coastal vulnerability, and ecological stress within critical marine and coastal ecosystems, specifically targeting mangrove ecosystems to restore their health, ecological functionality, and resilience.

To support this environmental restoration initiative, we are looking for a qualified Civil Engineer to join our expert team. The selected professional will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing rehabilitation and management plans for key wetland and mangrove sites in Southwest Tobago, ensuring sustainable engineering solutions that support long-term ecological recovery and community co-management.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Formulate and implement comprehensive rehabilitation and management plans for the designated mangrove wetlands in Southwest Tobago.
• Enhance mangrove health, ecological functionality, and coastal resilience through targeted physical and hydrological interventions.
• Support the integration of sustainable engineering designs with ecological restoration measures and community stakeholder frameworks.
• Secure necessary environmental clearances and ensure full regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Scope of work

• Conduct comprehensive field surveys, hydrological assessments, and site investigations at the designated mangrove sites.
• Prepare detailed engineering designs for hydrological restoration, tidal flushing enhancement, and stress-factor mitigation.
• Collaborate with environmental scientists and ecologists to formulate targeted ecological rehabilitation plans and mangrove replanting strategies.
• Contribute to the preparation of documentation required to secure environmental clearances from the national environmental authority.
• Support the design and execution of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track ecosystem recovery and physical intervention performance.
• Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and deliverables in accordance with the project reporting schedule.

Your role as Civil Engineer

• Lead the civil and coastal engineering components of the assignment, focusing on wetland rehabilitation and hydrological restoration.
• Oversee coastal engineering design and provide construction supervision for physical works at the project sites.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to integrate engineering solutions with ecological and biological requirements.
• Participate in field investigations, topographic surveys, and hydrological assessments to inform engineering designs.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with national standards, environmental guidelines, and project safety protocols.
• Contribute to stakeholder consultations, technical workshops, and coordination meetings with local authorities and communities.
• Draft and finalize technical engineering reports, design specifications, and progress updates for the project management team.

Requirements

• Education: Advanced degree in civil/coastal engineering, Registered Engineer (BOETT) or equivalent (BSc also accepted)
• Minimum of 10 years of postgraduate experience in coastal engineering design & construction supervision (5-9 years also scored)
• At least 2 Design and Construction projects completed within the last 5 years (or 1 project)
• Languages: Fluent in English (oral and written)

Desirable

• Previous professional experience working on wetland restoration, mangrove rehabilitation, or coastal protection projects in the Caribbean region.
• Familiarity with multilateral development bank financed projects, specifically Inter-American Development Bank procedures.

An experienced Civil Engineer with a strong background in coastal engineering design and construction supervision, eager to contribute technical expertise to vital mangrove restoration and environmental resilience efforts in Trinidad and Tobago.

Assignment details

• Location: Trinidad and Tobago
• Financed by: Institute of Marine Affairs – IDB loan TT-T1141
• Estimated duration: 9 months
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a Institute of Marine Affairs – IDB loan TT-T1141-financed project in Trinidad and Tobago.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.