SHELADIA Associates is a multi-disciplinary international professional consulting firm with demonstrated experience in the successful management and implementation of development projects worldwide. SHELADIA believes practicality and sustainability in development projects require flexible resource management, active participation of all stakeholders, and a shared goal of strengthening institutions and operational systems to optimize available resources.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Transportation Sector Experts – Junior and Mid-Level Transportation sector professionals, and Senior Transportation Sector Experts (Local Experts and International Experts) 

Location: Bolivia

Type of Assignment: Short-Term / On-call Consultancy (Intermittent Inputs) 

Recruitment Status: Proposal Stage  

We are building a roster of local  and International consultants with experience in Bolivia across multiple levels of experience to support future transportation infrastructure assignments. We encourage applications from early-career, mid-career, and senior professionals with expertise in road and transport infrastructure in the region. 

We welcome applications from professionals with experience in one or more of the following areas: 

• Highway and Road Engineering  

• Transportation Planning  

• Pavement Engineering  

• Bridge Engineering  

• Geotechnical Engineering  

• Hydrology and Drainage  

• Road Asset Management  

• Road Maintenance Planning  

• Traffic Engineering  

• Road Safety  

• Construction Supervision  

• Cost Estimation and Quantity Surveying  

• Contract Management  

• Infrastructure Planning  

• Transport Economics  

• Environmental and Social Support for Road Projects  

• Institutional Strengthening  

• Policy and Regulatory Reform  

• Public Transport and Mobility  

• Logistics and Transport Infrastructure  

Experience Levels 

We are interested in professionals at various stages of their careers, including: 

• Junior Professionals – approximately 2–5 years of relevant experience, supporting technical analyses, field activities, surveys, and project implementation.  

• Mid-Level Professionals – approximately 5–10 years of experience, capable of independently managing technical tasks and contributing to multidisciplinary consulting assignments.  

• Senior Professionals – 10+ years of experience with demonstrated expertise in technical leadership, project management, design review, strategic advisory services, or specialized engineering disciplines.  

Typical Responsibilities 

Depending on the assignment, consultants may be requested to: 

• Conduct technical reviews of transportation infrastructure studies and designs.  

• Support feasibility studies and due diligence activities.  

• Review engineering reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.  

• Contribute to road rehabilitation and maintenance planning.  

• Provide technical input during project preparation and implementation.  

• Assess infrastructure conditions and identify investment priorities.  

• Support procurement documentation and technical evaluations.  

• Participate in field visits, stakeholder meetings, and technical workshops.  

• Prepare technical reports, recommendations, and presentations.  

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary international and local consulting teams. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Highway Engineering, or another relevant discipline.  

• Relevant professional experience commensurate with the level of the position (Junior, Mid-Level, or Senior).  

• Experience on projects financed by international development institutions is considered an asset but is not mandatory.  

• Strong analytical, communication, and report writing skills.  

• Fluency in Spanish is required.  

• English communication and writing skills is considered an advantage.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Sheladia Associates, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters/recruitment agencies or utilize any such agency or firm for our recruitment/talent acquisition needs. Please do not solicit candidates or services to any Sheladia employees.