The Road Development Agency (RDA) is a statutory body whose function is to plan, manage and
coordinate the road network in the country. The Agency is responsible for care, maintenance and
construction of public roads in Zambia. It also regulates the maximum permissible weights on roads,
conducts studies for the development, maintenance and improvement of the road network, and reviews design standards and classification.

In order to implement this mandate, the RDA now wishes to fill up the following vacant positions:

PLANNING AND DESIGN DIRECTORATE

ENGINEER – GEOMETRIC DESIGN (1 POSITION) HEAD OFFICE

(i) Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Principal Engineer Design and Traffic, the Engineer -Geometric Design will be
responsible for will be responsible for geometric related designs, compile design reports and design
drawings as well as use computer aided design to create roads, bridges and other road related
infrastructure designs.

(ii) Key Responsibilities and result areas

• Conduct conditional road surveys;
• Use computer-aided design to create road and bridge designs
• Create geometric /structural design of roads to foster broader community goals;
• Ensure compliance with design guidelines and standards;
• Review designs prior to approval;
• Prepare the design drawings and any other reports and paperwork necessary to complete Agency road projects;
• Create designs according to client specifications and provide consultations to clients when necessary;
• Complete a variety of assignments such as drawings, specifications, and other materials suitable for procurement and construction purposes;
• Preparation of bill of quantities and tender documents;

(iii) Qualifications and Attributes

• Grade 12 Certificate
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering;
• Competence in road design software will be a requirement;
• Registered Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia;
• Ability to multitask;
• Must have a dynamic, pro-active approach to work with excellent communication skills;

Attractive remuneration will be offered to the successful candidates. Female candidates are
encouraged to apply.