Planning Commission Quantity Engineer Job 2026 – PPS-10 Islamabad
The Planning Commission under the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives is recruiting a Sector Specialist - Quantity Engineer under the Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening project. This page summarizes the current official requirements and application guidance.
- Planning Commission Careers Page
- Official Vacancy Advertisement
- Detailed Terms of Reference
- National Jobs Portal instructions, where applicable
Quantity Engineer Vacancy Overview
Quick FactsQualification and Experience Requirements
EligibilitySector Specialist - Quantity Engineer
PPS-10This is an experienced professional role. The official advertisement provides two academic routes for the Quantity Engineer position.
B.E. Civil Engineering
The qualification section lists a B.E. in Civil Engineering with 16 years of field experience.
Master's Degree
A Master's in Civil Engineering or related fields is listed with 14 years of field experience.
Important Eligibility Clarification
Eligibility Note: Official documents show different experience figures, so applicants should rely on the complete current Terms of Reference rather than one isolated line.
The official documents contain differing experience figures. The qualification section specifies 16 years of field experience for the B.E. route and 14 years for the Master's route, while a separate experience section states 10 to 15 years of relevant experience.
Applicants should therefore not assume that having 10 years of experience automatically satisfies every part of the eligibility criteria. If your eligibility depends on this difference, review the complete official Terms of Reference and current recruitment instructions before applying.
Who Is This Position Best Suited For?
Applicant FitExperienced Civil Engineers
The advertised experience requirements make this a senior professional position rather than an entry-level engineering job.
Quantity Surveying Experience
Professionals with experience in quantities, cost estimation, variations and contract administration closely match the technical focus of the role.
Public Project Background
Experience with development projects, PC-I review, monitoring, evaluation and infrastructure work may be particularly relevant.
What the Quantity Engineer Will Work On
Official ToRThe detailed Terms of Reference provides more context about the work expected from the selected Quantity Engineer. Key areas include:
Contract Duration and Pay Information
Employment TermsThe official ToR states that the initial appointment will be on contract for two years.
The contract is extendable subject to satisfactory performance.
The official ToR states a standard pay package equivalent to PPS-10.
No fixed monthly salary figure in rupees is stated, so this article does not estimate one.
Which Official Application Route Should You Use?
ImportantBoth official sources should be understood together
The original vacancy advertisement tells interested candidates to apply through the National Jobs Portal. The current Planning Commission careers page also provides a dedicated official online application form for this exact Quantity Engineer vacancy.
Best practice: Open the current Planning Commission careers listing first and follow the latest application instruction shown there. Avoid third-party job portals.
How to Apply for the Quantity Engineer Job
ApplicationReview the eligibility criteria
Compare your degree, field experience and professional background with the complete official requirements.
Read the detailed Terms of Reference
This is especially important because the official documents contain different experience figures.
Open the official recruitment form
Use the current Planning Commission careers page and its dedicated application form for this position.
Complete your information accurately
The official form asks for personal information, contact details, work experience, education, skills and application documents.
Submit before the closing date
Complete your submission before the current official closing date and retain your application information for reference.
What Does “Apply Through Proper Channel” Mean?
Govt EmployeesThe official advertisement specifically says that candidates currently serving in government should apply through the proper channel.
In practical terms, serving government employees should follow the permission or forwarding procedure applicable through their current department. The advertisement does not specify a particular NOC format, so applicants should not assume an additional document requirement that has not been stated.
Prepare Before Starting the Online Form
Guidance- Keep accurate details of your Civil Engineering qualification and education history ready.
- Prepare a clear record of employers, positions, employment dates and relevant engineering responsibilities.
- Keep your CV focused on genuine experience relevant to project appraisal, quantity surveying, cost estimation and contracts.
- Check that the experience dates entered in the application match your actual employment history.
Official Application Deadline
Important DateCurrent official closing date
The Planning Commission careers page currently shows this Sector Specialist - Quantity Engineer position as Open with a deadline of 21 August 2026.
This current career listing provides a precise closing date, while the original advertisement describes the deadline as within fifteen days of publication.
Verified and Unspecified Information
TransparencyConfirmed Through Official Sources
Important: Details Not Specified
Recruitment Conditions to Remember
Selection- Candidates currently in government service should apply through the proper channel.
- Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
- Only shortlisted candidates in order of merit will be called for interview.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for the recruitment process.
Planning Commission Quantity Engineer FAQs
FAQIs this a current 2026 Planning Commission vacancy?
Yes. The current official Planning Commission careers page lists the Sector Specialist - Quantity Engineer PPS-10 position as open.
How many Quantity Engineer posts are available?
The official Planning Commission careers listing and Terms of Reference confirm one post.
What qualification and experience are required?
The qualification section lists B.E. Civil Engineering with 16 years of field experience, or a Master's in Civil Engineering or related fields with 14 years of field experience. A separate experience section states 10 to 15 years of relevant experience, so applicants should review the complete official requirements.
How long is the contract?
The official Terms of Reference states an initial contract of two years, extendable subject to satisfactory performance.
What salary is offered?
The official Terms of Reference states a standard pay package equivalent to PPS-10. A fixed monthly amount in rupees is not specified.
Should applicants use NJP or the Planning Commission form?
The advertisement refers applicants to the National Jobs Portal, while the current Planning Commission careers listing also provides an official dedicated application form. Applicants should follow the latest instructions displayed on the official Planning Commission careers page.
What is the last date to apply?
The current Planning Commission careers page lists 21 August 2026 as the application deadline.
Final Applicant Checklist
Before submitting, complete this five-point check against the current official recruitment material.
- Does your degree match the stated qualification route?
- Have you carefully verified the applicable experience requirement?
- Have you read the current detailed Terms of Reference?
- Are you using the official recruitment route rather than a third-party portal?
- Will your application be submitted before 21 August 2026?
