Technical Expert on District Heating & Water Supply & Sanitation Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Kyiv, Kyiv city (Job ID 50516)

Description

Tetra Tech is Leading with Science® to deliver transformative energy solutions for clients worldwide. Our work helps people and businesses plug in to reliable electricity, strengthens energy security, and powers resilient economies. We structure finance to drive deals that maximize advanced technologies and promote energy independence. We help create efficient utilities and modern power grids. We promote broad-based economic opportunities in the global energy sector. We improve lives and livelihoods by addressing the critical intersections of energy with health, water, and food security.

Project Summary

Tetra Tech is providing energy expertise and related technical and material assistance to the Government of Ukraine. This project focuses on enhancing the resilience, reliability, affordability, and security of the electricity, natural gas, and district heating sectors. The scope of work includes addressing immediate challenges and physical damage to energy infrastructure, as well as preparing for Ukraine's post-war reconstruction and long-term energy security.  

Position Summary

Tetra Tech is recruiting for a Technical Expert on District Heating (DH) and Water Supply & Sanitation (WSS). The Technical Expert on DH and WSS will develop and support activities focused on reduction of energy intensity in the DH and WSS sectors. This position is based in Kyiv, Ukraine, and will report to Deputy Municipal Lead, Component 2: Improved Demand Side Management.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation and monitoring of activities to improve energy efficiency within municipal utilities.
  
• Review and validate technical questionnaires, project design documentation, and relevant technical specifications to ensure compliance with technical standards and regulatory requirements.
  
• Prepare technical specifications and procurement documentation, and provide support throughout the procurement processes for goods, works, and services related to DH and WSS systems.
  
• Conduct technical assessments of existing DH and WSS municipal infrastructure to identify needs and priorities focused on reduction of energy intensity in the district heating and water supply and sanitation sectors.
  
• Conduct site inspections to verify the quality of delivered goods, installed equipment, and executed works.
  
• Facilitate effective communication between technical teams and procurement specialists.
  
• Conduct technical training for stakeholders and represent team in conferences, workshops, and other events.
  
• Support preparation of annual work plans and quarterly and annual progress reports.
  
• This position will require regular attendance at the office in Kyiv and may entail occasional travel within Ukraine for interaction with local stakeholders.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in energy, engineering, or related field
• At least 5 years of experience in energy efficiency projects, particularly within municipal utilities or infrastructure sectors
  
• Proficiency in preparing technical specifications, terms of reference, or tender documents for infrastructure projects
  
• Familiarity with energy-efficient district heating solutions and advanced water treatment systems
  
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with government officials, donors, contractors, and other stakeholders
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
• Fluency in English and Ukrainian

Preferred but Not Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in energy, engineering, or related field
• Expertise in public procurement processes, including drafting specifications, bid evaluations, and contract management
• Experience working with donor-funded projects (e.g., World Bank, EBRD, EU) and understanding their procurement policies and guidelines
  
• Experience working for USAID or U.S. government development assistance projects
  

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
 
We invite applications from all interested parties. 

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Project opportunity
Energy (International Development)

• Organization: 154 ESI