Water Supply Expert

Tasks of the consultant would be following, but not limited to:

- identify the water supply system infrastructure gaps, review of exclusionary screening/
prioritization of subprojects (including for any updation in investment plan and action plan, and any phasing of deliverables on iterative basis during PRF implementation), proof of concept/ site plans, development of key indicators, etc., prior to undertaking detailed engineering design stage of work (confirm availability of land with clear-title, site or right-of
- way/ ensure all no-objection and necessary clearances obtained for encumbrances free prioritized subproject sites available); and at the review stage, the subproject components should coverintakes, intake/ diversion weirs, desilting tanks, water supply transmission/ distribution networks (new/ replacement), water treatment plants, pumping stations, reservoirs, metering, etc., including potential water conservation measures at different levels of water usage/landuse intensities in non-processing areas, including reducing industrial
water demand through tertiary treatment of wastewater for industrial water reuse; and recommend any changes/modifications for improvement, if required;
- support in supervising topographic surveys, review the results of the topographical surveys, geo-technical investigations, hydrological and geological studies (as felt required), and integrate these considerations in the design. Based on preliminary surveys, investigations and validated data contribute to the planning and design activities related to water supply networks (both ground and surface water), water treatment plants, pumping stations, potential for water conservation and groundwater recharge, etc.;
- support to strengthen any existing plans for prioritized subprojects, and finalize the subproject components (e.g., water supply networks, overhead or ground reservoirs, high service reservoirs, main water sources, intake/ diversion weirs, desilting tanks, transmission mains (raw water and treated water) and water distribution networks (new/ replacement), water treatment plant with components tanks for coagulation-flocculation-aeration sedimentation, filtration, disinfection and storage, water under drainage system, pumping station, water conservation measures, etc.);
- while finalizing the detailed engineering designs, specifications and drawings, keep in consideration, all the national standards/ international best practices, and factors for resilience to climate risks/ climate change impacts and disaster risks (as per national standards/international standards and/or best practices, including ADB’s South Asia Department framework and practice, etc.), with due consideration to concepts of IWRM, IUWM, WSUD, etc.;
- prepare, review, validate and finalize ground and surface water modelling of project area, as felt required;
- responsible for the feasibility studies and preparation of detailed engineering designs, bid
- level working/ good for construction drawings, including engineering cost estimates and item
- rate analysis, and specifications of the finalized water supply subproject components in comprehensive DPRs and incorporate in bid documents (as applicable), in an integrated, inclusive and sustainable manner, and with climate resilient nature of design in mind; including providing guidance to/collaborating with Design Engineers and other Support Staff in achieving desirable detailed engineering design outputs, while ensuring that outcomes for the project and key performance indicators get included in the DPR to ensure effective and efficient service delivery, and sustainability of assets;
- Qualifications: Preferably a Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering/ Public Health Engineering/Hydrological Engineering/ Water Resources Engineering/ Civil Engineering/ Structural Engineering or equivalent; over a basic Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
Experience: Preferably 12 years of general experience; and 10 years of specific experience as Water Supply Expert in undertaking planning and detailed engineering design work for major water supply networks infrastructure projects with proven experience in industrial/ urban development, complete water supply (both ground and surface water) and treatment, and related infrastructure designs. Work experience in planning and design, and implementation of external
- aided/MDB projects in integrated industrial/ urban sectors is desirable.

Job Profile
- In consultation with the national Team Leader/Deputy Team Leader, the national Climate and Disaster Resilience Expert, and other Sector Experts, the consultant will be responsible for and contribute to the planning and designs of industrial sector projects related to water supply networks (both ground and surface water), treatment plants, and related structures.

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